Ralph C. Banks Obituary
In loving memory of Ralph C. Banks (Cranford, New Jersey), who departed this world on September 28, 2025 at the age of 82. Ralph leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ralph C. Banks to pay them a last tribute.
As Ralph departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Ralph may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Ralph leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ralph M. Banks and Mary Banks (Kasmer); and his wife Sharon Banks. He is survived by: his daughter Stephanie Patterson (Jim); his granddaughter Kyra Patterson; his brother Barry Banks; his niece Laura Hoey (Pat); and his great-nephews, Patrick and Evan.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 25th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Gray Memorial Funeral Home (12 Springfield Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 25th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
Memorial contributions in memory of Ralph C. Banks, may be made to: The New Jersey Firemen's Home, 565 Lathrop Ave. Boonton, NJ 07005, (NJFH .org).
