Mike C Banks

Michial C. Banks (1948-2024) Mike Banks, 75, of Dewey, OK, was welcomed to his forever Home on Thursday, December 5, 2024, after a few days at Journey Home Hospice House. He was born in Bartlesville December 23, 1948 to Frank and Wanda Banks who raised him and his big brother Larry, in Dewey. Mike attended Dewey High School where he met Linda their senior year. They quickly married and started their own family and were blessed to have extended family, from both sides, living within a few blocks. Mike started his professional career at Central States Printing. He was then offered a position managing Taco Hut restaurants in Kansas. After a few years in Kansas, Mike moved his family back to Dewey where he worked as an electrician for Reed Electric. Mike eventually got into the carpet business where he managed The Galleria, a carpet and furniture store in Bartlesville. Later, he went into business for himself with Mike Banks Painting and Paper Hanging as a well-respected craftsman until retirement. Mike was active in church, serving as a deacon at the Dewey Church of Christ. He also served others in many ways behind the scenes, not wanting recognition. Mike was a caring and compassionate man who always looked out for others. He contributed to the city of Dewey by serving on the school board, serving as a city councilman, and serving as Mayor. He was seen as a reliable resource for those in need of his skills, talents and expertise. Mike loved fishing and spending time on the lake. He knew all the secret spots on Copan and Hulah lakes, though he was quite vague about their location. Other hobbies included woodworking in his shop and spending time with his grandkids. Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Wanda and brother Larry. He is survived by Linda, his wife of 56 years, daughter Shannon, son Jamie and wife Christy, 4 grandkids: Hannah, Carson, Mary Claire and Nick, and his nieces, Rica Banks Smith and Leslie Banks Dickinson. Mike counted the many years of close friendships throughout his life as a true blessing. Mike’s Celebration of Life gathering will be December 14th at 2pm at the Dewey Church of Christ, followed by a time of snacks, sharing and remembrance. Donations to Journey Home would be greatly appreciated in lieu of flowers. The family would like to thank Journey Home for taking care of all of us this past week.

Mike C Banks

December 23, 1948 - December 5, 2024