Bedford – Larry W. Banks, 70, of Bedford, passed away at 8:40 pm on Sunday, June 5, 2022, at I.U. Health Bedford Hospital.

Born June 16, 1951, in Bedford, he was the son of Harry and Mary Elsie (Godsey) Banks. He had worked at Stone City Iron Works and was a farmer. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and working on a farm. He never met a stranger and was a friend to all.

Survivors include three daughters, Carol (Banks) Johnson and husband, Shannon, of Springville, Melissa (Smith) South and husband, George, of Seymour, and Lana (Banks) Root, of Bedford; a son, Kevin (Banks) Root and wife, Kim, of Bedford; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a brother, Kenny Banks, Sr. and wife, Janice, of Springville. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Ruthann Phillips.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, June 8th at the Peerless Pentecostal Church with Aaron Swafford officiating. Burial will follow in Springville Cemetery West. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until the hour of service on Wednesday at the church. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.