Jane Marie (Baumann) Banks, Age 72, passed peacefully at her ranch in Ada, Oklahoma on Sunday, March 22, 2020. Jane spent most of her life in Butler County, Ohio where she and Doug, her husband of 53 years, lived and raised two children, Amy and Brian. Jane dedicated her life to her family and the farm in Hamilton where they lived. She loved Hereford cattle and the rural way of life. She and Doug met at the Butler County Fair showing cattle and after they were married, Jane spent many years as a 4-H volunteer, 4-H leader and Show Mom to many. She was active at both the state and national level; supporting Hereford Youth by volunteering for many roles with the Buckeye Hereford Association. She and Doug are lifetime members of the American Hereford Association, where she and Doug were recently presented with the coveted 50 Year Breeder Award; recognizing their support and contributions to the Hereford Breed. She instilled her passion for Hereford cattle into her children, which lead her to Ada, Oklahoma where, as a family, they operate Banks Polled Herefords. At present she’s best known as “Grandma” to her granddaughter, Emmy, and grandson, Michael. She is loved by her trio of red and blue heelers and all who have come to know her or eat at her table. She was a Wife, Mother, Sister, Grandmother and friend to many. Her legacy of hard work, kindness, giving and Hereford Cattle will live on for years to come. She is survived by her devoted husband of 53 years, Doug Banks; children, Daughter Amy (Tony) Bens of Hamilton Ohio, Son Brian (Chrissy) Banks of Ada, Oklahoma; two grandchildren, Michael and Emmy; Sister Dottie (Tom) Hatton of Lexington Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her parents Herbert and Doris Baumann (Maier). Jane will be laid to rest at Hickory Flat Cemetery in Overpeck, Ohio on Thursday, April 2, 2020. At this time the family asks that everyone send their love and prayers as they conduct a private service. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Condolences may be left for the family at www.Webb-Noonan.com
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