Larry M. Newbanks, 77, of Huntley, died peacefully, November 3, 2021, with his family by his side.
Visitation will be on Sunday, November 7, 2021, from 3:00 to 6:00pm at DeFiore Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. A Funeral service will be held on Monday, November 8, 2021, 10:00am at Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church- 10805 Main Street, Huntley. There will be a visitation at the church from 9:00am until the time of service. Burial will be at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Arlington Heights. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church or the American Cancer Society.
Larry was born January 14, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Wesley and Betty Jane Newbanks. He proudly served in the United States Air Force for twenty years and worked for thirty-six years at Caterpillar. On June 4, 1966, he married Donna L. Skoneczka after a four-year courtship. Larry and Donna loved to travel and in their fifty-nine years together they were able to visit all fifty states and all seven continents. He was an active and devoted member of Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church, serving as Chair of the original Building Committee, President of the Congregational Council along with being a member of the choir and many other roles. He served wherever there was a need. He was an avid golfer, photographer, and lifelong Cub fan. His family was everything to him, he will be remembered for being the guy who was always taking pictures, and never saying no to an opportunity for adventure. Larry was a devoted husband, dad, grandpa, great-grandpa, brother, uncle and friend who will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife, Donna, his children, Jim (Margot) Newbanks, Melissa (Rich) Juergensen, by his five grandchildren, Shane (Olivia), Chad (Emily), Amanda, Dillon, and Megan and by his great grandson, Benjamin Michael along with his brother, Ken (Kathy) Newbanks, his sister and brother-in-laws, many nieces and nephews, and especially his fur-baby, Abby.
He was proceeded in death by his parents.
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Donna, my heart goes out to you. To have a strong marriage, surrounded by children, grandchildren, great grandson is all that we can process.
Donna, Melissa and family, you are so blessed to have had this special man as your husband, father, father-in-law and grandpa. I know that you know that. I am blessed just to have known Larry. The time we spent together on Council will always bring me wonderful memories. As you grieve such a huge loss, may you feel God’s arms wrapped around you and the love of all of your family and friends. Marlene and John Boehler
Donna and family, you are in my prayers. I know the loss that you feel now and pray that you will find peace in the love of your family. Larry was a blessing to all who knew him, and he will be greatly missed.
So sorry to hear this sad news!
What a great life he had. They went to places I could only dream of. He was a great person to have a conversation about anything. I loved hearing about all their adventures. He had a big heart. He loved his family dearly . He will be missed. Rest in the loving arms of Jesus. You are truly home now.❤️
Gentle person with a good heart and kind spirit who will be missed. God rest your soul.
Donna and family, Larry's legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. Kind, loving, faithful, hard-working were a few of the attributes he displayed in his life. What an privilege to call him "friend". He was one of kind, a smile, a camera and his family and faith made him happy. May the ever-lasting love of our God hold you all in His arms as you grieve his passing. He will be missed by all who knew him.
So sorry. Sympathy and Peace to you Donna and family.
We are so sorry for your loss. Larry will certainly be missed by all who knew him.
Dear Newbanks family, we are so sorry for your loss, we certainly remember Larry and all the stories about the trips he had with Donna. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Please take care of each other.
We are sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. I know Larry was not a quitter and fought to the end and is now at peace. I will miss him at choir practice and Sunday morning services.
We are sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. I know Larry was not a quitter and fought to the end and is now at peace. I will miss him at choir practice and Sunday morning services.
Donna and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Larry is a nice person and a good manager. He is going to be missed.
Donna, I just heard the news about Larry. I worked with Larry at Caterpillar. He was a great boss and friend. I'll always remember his advice to always be planning a vacation, even if you never take it. The planning and anticipation will be something to look forward to and help get you through tough times. I've shared his advice with many friends and colleagues over the years.