Melba Banks Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Melba Banks of Ridgecrest, North Carolina, who passed away on March 11, 2026, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Melba's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that her spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Jeter Hezekiah and Rhoda Annie White Riddle; and her daughter Margaret Dawn Burnette. She is survived by: her husband Ralph J. Banks; her son Daniel Burnette; and her sister Barbara Jean Riddle.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Christmount Assembly, 222 Fern Way, Black Mountain, NC 28711.