Evelyn Mae Ratliff Bankston - Fair Funeral Home

Evelyn Mae Ratliff Bankston September 12, 1929 - October 12, 2016

Born: Thursday Sep 12, 1929

Died: Wednesday Oct 12, 2016

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Evelyn Mae Ratliff Bankston, 87, of 140 Warren Road in Eden, passed away Wednesday, October 12, 2016, at Morehead Memorial Hospital.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, October 15, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Ridgeview Memorial Gardens.

Evelyn was born September 12, 1929 in Patrick Springs, VA, to the late Coy and Vera Wimbush Ratliff. She was a member of Wentworth Presbyterian Church. She loved gardening, knitting, and crocheting ornaments for her church.

She is survived by her son, Donald Bankston and wife, Vanessa of Dracut, MA; four grandchildren, Brian Bankston, Tracy Bankston Ales, Rhiana Bankston Langley, and Michael Bankston; and sister, Onnie Ratliff Mullins of Eden.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin Bankston; son, Ronald Bankston; sisters, Edna Ratliff Royal and Elaine Ratliff Cross; and brother, Freddie Ratliff.

The family will receive friends Friday evening, 6 - 8 PM, at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence on Warren Road.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com

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I am so sorry to hear about Evelyn. The Lord must have needed an Angel so he brought her home. Sweetest woman in the world.
Kristie Rorrer

To the Family of Mrs Bankston,we are neighbors that live on the road. We have been knowing her for many years. She has always been the sweetest and kindest lady.I know she was a christian so we know she is in good hands. Through our talks I know she loved her Family very much. Praying for you all, The Hurd Family.
Robert Hurd

Evelyn was one of the nicest ladies you would ever meet. She always had a cheerful countenance and a kind word to and for all. She will be missed by her family, the Wentworth Church and her community. Our sympathies and prayers for her family.
Mike Perdue

Evelyn was a well liked lady and friend. She was sister to my coworker and friend Edna who I miss very much. Evelyn will be missed as well. They were always smiling and friendly people. May your memories serve you well. Gladys M. Hill & Family
Gladys M. Hill & Family

We are sorry for your loss. Mrs. Bankston was always a very kind and sweet lady who encouraged my brother and me at Wentworth Presbyterian Church. We have you in our prayers. Truette and Mozelle Parleir, Wayne and Mike
Rev Wayne Parleir

To Rhiana, Joel and the entire family, I am so sorry for your loss. I hate that I did not get to meet Mrs. Evelyn but I know that she is a very special lady and she will be missed by you all. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Rhiana, now I know where you get your gardening skills from! Keep her close in that and all of your memories.
Sue Ann Lee

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