James Gregory Banes Obituary
The passing of James Gregory Banes (Highland, Michigan) occurred on June 21, 2026. James Gregory, born on February 13, 1946, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James H. Banes and Merle M. Banes (Matthews); and his grandparents, James M. Banes, Eva Summers, William H. Matthews and Elizabeth M. Matthews.
He is survived by: his wife Patricia A. Banes (Bierwirth); his children, Adam J. R. Banes of Amy, K. L and Banes-Berceli of Sarah, A. A; his grandchildren, Meghan Banes, Erin Banes, Aidan Banes, Michael Berceli, Jacob Berceli, Emily Richmond, Nathaniel Richmond, Andrew Banes and Sady Banes; his siblings, Keith Banes (Barb) and Eva Eggebean (Jim); and his sister-in-law Joanne Bierwirth. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Friends of Springfield Township Library, and Springfield Township Parks and Recreation in James's memory.
