Ricky L. Banks, AKA “Jack” to his riding buddies, 44 of Edinboro, passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2010, in a tragic motorcycle accident. Ricky was born August 16, 1966 in Bucyrus, OH. He was a 1984 graduate of General McLane High School.
Son of David L and Nancy L. Blankenship Banks of Waterford. He is also survived by his beloved wife of 21 years Teresa Lynn Bochert Banks and his son Cody Alan Banks of Edinboro; also three brothers; Jerry Banks and his wife Lisa of GA; Tim Banks and his wife Kelly of Edinboro; and Tom Banks and his wife Jen of Edinboro and many nieces and nephews.
Ricky loved his wife and son, the outdoors, riding his Harley, snowmobiling, hunting and always making people laugh and have a good time. He had a nack for using duct tape to make repairs on anything he could.
Ricky was a member of VFW Post 740, Son of the American Legion in Fairview and McKean Ushers Club. He will be sadly missed by all.
There will be a private family service, Thursday at St. James Cemetery in Crossingville at 5:00 p.m.. Family and Friends may join for a memorial dinner to pay respects to the family at VFW Post 740, 10613 Rt. 98 starting around 6:30 p.m.
In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the New Blossoms New Life Foundation, 12251 Eureka Road, Edinboro, PA 16412 or the Injured Motorcycle Riders Foundation, 9353 Eureka Road, Girard, PA 16417.