This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Michael Banks, 46, born on June 8, 1966 and passed away on July 19, 2012. We will remember him forever.
"I think Michael would want everyone to know how much he truly enjoyed his job and working with everyone he knew. Never before had I seen him so happy to go to work. All of you were very special to him."
---Phenecia Banks
Mike and I had many conversations about The Tigers; Trivia and Tunes.
He, like my fiance LOVES the Tigers. I'd watch the games at home (by force) and then the next day repeat EVERYTHING Rod said about the Tigers. I'd like to think I either impressed Mike or made a great attempt! LOL!!
Mike kept me on my toes with Trivia too, he recognized my "Inner Geek" right away. We chatted about a wide range of things.
If there was a lyric or song and I couldn't remember the artist- I'd sing it to Mike and he'd know the artist; the year it was recorded and the names of the other band members!!! Then we'd start singing! (In our indoor voices of course.) "Living on a prayer" was the most memorable song. Mike and I "rocked out" to a wide range of songs.
It is unfortunate for us to have lost such a bright light. Mike would always have a smile on his face which would be contagious. It was hard to pass him in the halls and not place a smile on my face. To have such joy all the time was a sure sign of a man with a good spirit. Mike you will be missed.
May God Bless The Banks Family.
Michael and I worked togather at MSX International -we sat diagonally from each other and we had so much fun working with each other.
When we celebrated birthdays at work, Michael always made sure to bring me a piece of birthday cake, and I him - we watched out for each other where food was concerned.
We'd break into song togather, he knew so many great songs, and we'd sing and sing at work annoying people in the aisle I'm sure. But it brough us so much joy.
Michael loved music from the 80's and 90's and all the current artists.
Michael loved the Detroit Tigers and the U of M Wolverines. We'd talk sports and our Tigers!
When his father passed, I came to the showing to support Michael, and he did the same for me when my father passed that same year, just 3 months later.
Michael had a smile in his voice, and our client's and his colleagues loved him.
He was so friendly, professional and spoke lovingly of his wife and daughter. They were his joys.
We kept in touch with each other after leaving MSX.
We last spoke not too long ago - I will miss my friend, but know he is with the heavenly angels and our Lord, singing strong, happily and watching us all.
I will miss you my friend, I am shocked and saddened by your passing.
