Mary Elizabeth Tolbert Banks Obituary

The world bids farewell to Mary Elizabeth Tolbert Banks (Sikeston, Missouri), departing on February 25, 2026 at the age of 86. Mary Elizabeth leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Rev. Kelly Tolbert and Bertha King Tolbert; her great grandchild Harrison Banks; and her siblings, Daniel Tolbert, Paul Tolbert, Grace Tolbert McCann, Jean Tolbert Stayton and Lillian Ann "Pickle" Tolbert.

She is survived by: her sons, Philip Banks (Mechelle) of Sikeston and Stephen Banks (Heather) of Arnold, MO; her grandchildren, Sarah Holmes (Josh), Sam Banks, Steven Banks and Sophia Banks; her great grandchildren, Tyson Holmes, Kylie Holmes and Stevie Banks; her brother John Tolbert (Sandy) of Advance; and her friend Paula Culbertson. She is also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family requests no flowers please.