Patricia Ann Banks

Patricia Ann Banks, lovingly known to family and friends as “Ping Pong”, was born on August 17, 1961, in Fort Valley, Georgia. Patricia was born to the late Dud and Tinnie Banks.

She peacefully passed away at her home on June 22, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion to her family, friends, and faith. She was preceded in death by her son Steven Banks and her brothers: Willie and Reginald Banks.

Patricia worked faithfully throughout her life, including employment with McDonald’s, Jamestown, and Krystal. She later retired after years of dedicated service from Krystal.

A woman of strong faith, she turned her life over to Jehovah and became a devoted member of the Jehovah’s Witness on March 15, 2021. Her love for her faith guided her life and relationships. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, sister and friend who touched many lives with her kindness and warm spirit.

Patricia leaves to cherish her loving memory two devoted daughters: Jackie Banks and WyKesia Banks. She was a proud and devoted grandmother to: JaKevin Clark, DeAngelo Banks, Markel Smith (Jimmi), ThaDasia Banks, Thaddeus Banks, Khalil Lowe, and Kaidn Banks; she was also blessed with five great-grandchildren: Katelyn, Kassidy, Kaliyah, Kennedy, and Lei’Lani; siblings: Frederick Banks, Lonnie Banks, Felton Banks, Michelle Mitchell, and Lenice Banks of Fort Valley, Georgia; and Belinda Banks of Warner Robins, Georgia; along with a host of other family members and dear friends.

She will be remembered for her caring heart, her devotion to family, and the many lives she impacted along the way. Patricia leaves behind so many devoted friends and family members who will forever hold her memory close. The family extends a special thanks to Lonnie Banks, Belinda Banks, Keliah Banks-Ward, and all the members of her congregation for their unwavering support, love and presence since day one. You are all truly appreciated and deeply

loved.

Patricia Ann Banks will be dearly missed but never forgotten. Her legacy of love will live on in all who knew her.