Rickie Banks

April 2, 1954 - June 9, 2022

Rickie Banks, age 68 of Westville, IN went on to peace in his favorite place, Indian Lakes Campground, Wolcottville, IN. on Thursday, June 9, 2022. He was born on April 2, 1954 in Gary, IN to Thomas and Audrey (Hickey) Banks. Rickie is survived by the person he leaned on and loved beyond this world, his wife of 26 years Vicki (Burton) Banks; two sons, Leonard Banks, David (Elayne) Hutchins; two daughters, Tiffany (Mike) Durham, Tionna Wilson; four grandsons, Matthew Inman, Anthony Evans, Cody (Hailey Leohr) Tretter, Austin Tretter; seven granddaughters, Lydia (Fabio Monti) Hutchins, Lauren Banks, Katey Banks, Sammie Hutchins, Hailey Durham, Mackenzie Durham, Annika Wilson; sister in law, Pat Banks; many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; two grandsons, Austin Locke, Franklin Wilson; three brothers, Larry Banks, Gary Banks, Danny Lee Banks; and sister-in-law, Fran Banks. Rickie graduated from Hobart High School, class of 1973. He retired from ArcelorMittal following a long 45 years of service. Rickie loved traveling, camping, fishing and hanging out with his side-kick, Tucker. He enjoyed model trains and cars. Funeral Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at 6:00 pm at Edmonds & Evans Funeral Home, 517 Broadway, Chesterton, IN 46304. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 from 3:00 pm until the time of services at 6:00 pm at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.ee-fh.com. Livestream broadcast of Rickie's services (Tues. June 14, 2022 @ 6:00 pm) may be viewed at: https://webcast.funeralvue.com/events/viewer/74690