Obituary of Elizabeth Banks

Elizabeth Catherine Banks March 26, 1932 - December 18, 2009 Elizabeth Catherine Hool was born in Dearborn, Michigan on March 26, 1932. She was the daughter of the late Claude Hool and the late Josephine (Laungway) Hool. She was a graduate of Sacred Heart High School in Dearborn. She was married to Hilary G. Banks and from this union was born four sons. Elizabeth served the Transportation Department of the Wayne Westland Community Schools as a bus driver for more than sixteen years. She took a medical retirement several years ago. Elizabeth lived in the Westland area for most of her life before moving to the Carleton Co-Op two years ago. She enjoyed music and especially singing and playing the piano. Elizabeth appreciated a good meal, and she had the ability to prepare one. She loved to visit with her family and friends. She also loved to shop and gift giving was one of her specialties. Elizabeth had a special place in her heart for her grandchildren and looked forward to the time that she was able to spend with them. One of her favorite pastimes was a country drive, and she didn't care if it wasn't Sunday. Elizabeth Catherine Banks age 77 of Carleton passed away at her son's home in Belleville, Michigan at 9:08pm on Friday, December 18, 2009. Her family had been under the care of Mercy Memorial Hospice. In addition to her parents her passing was preceded by her former husband and a son Kenneth. She leaves to cherish her memory three sons: Kevin (Deborah) Banks of Belleville, Michigan, Keith Banks of Westland, Michigan, and Monty (Tracey) Banks of Carleton; seven grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and a sister: Donna (Jim) Cojacari of Warren, Michigan. Friends may gather from 12:00-8:00pm, Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 North Monroe Street (734) 384-5185. A Celebration of Her Life will take place at 12:00pm on Wednesday also at Merkle's with Father Marc Gawronski pastor of St. Mary's Parish in Monroe officiating. Procession will follow to Hillside Cemetery in Belleville, Michigan for interment. Memorial donations are suggested to the wishes of the family. Online words of inspiration and comfort can be made by visiting www.merklefuneralservice.com and then selecting the Life Stories page.