Date Of Birth: October 8, 1914
Date Of Death: April 8, 2010
Harold L. Banta, 95, of Indianapolis passed away Thursday, April 8th, 2010. He was born in Hopewell, IN on October 8, 1914, the son of the late William and Maude (Henderson) Banta.Harold Graduated from Manuel High School and worked at Standard Life Insurance Company and at American United Life. At retirement he spent winter in Ft. Myers, FL. He resided He was Married to Vera Haibe Banta who preceded him in death. He Later married Mary Landrum Banta who also preceded him in death.Harold is survived by his only son Dr. Ronald (Helmi) Banta, Grandaughter Kristin (Antony) Banta Bland, Great-grandson Liam Banta Bland, Step-grandson Michael Walkup, and brother Raymond Banta.Quick wit and a perennial sense of humor defined Harold’s personality. Tennis, Ping Pong, and Ballroom dancing were his passions. Family and friends will miss him and his positive outlook on life. Visitation will be held on Saturday April 10, 2010 from 11am-1pm at Harry W. Moore funeral care with funeral service at 1pm. Private family graveside service to follow.
Sandi Anderson Vasel says
I worked with Harold at Standard Life Insurance so many years ago. I was very young and Harold was so helpful and so much fun. He had a great smile and sense of humor. I am so sorry for your loss.
Dennis Sasso says
Ron,
I was sorry to learn of the death of your dear father. Sandy joins me in extending our sincere condolences to you, Helmi and all your family. From the obituary it is evident that he was a wonderful human being. We pray that the good memories of his life and the love you shared will endure as an inspiration.
Blessings of peace.
In friendship,
Dennis Sasso
Tim Leimomi George says
Hearing you talk of your father, it was quite clear the love and admiration you had for him. The depth of those feelings makes the loss more emotional, but the sadness will fade while the memories grow more dear. Your father’s character lives on in you – and we appreciate that.
Charles and Jean Babcock says
Ron,Helmi,family and friends,
We recieved acknowledment of your dear ones death from a friend in Indy yesterday. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you as you lay to rest the body of a man who has always been admired and recognized as the center of hope for a generation of devoted friends and family memebers. Such a long life…such a blessing to many.
God’s Blessings to you during this difficult time of loss. He will always live on in heartwarming memories.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Charlie and Jeanne Babcock
Martha Richmond says
Ronnie, My mother Martha Richmond wanted me to send her condolences on the passing of your father Harold Banta. They worked together at Standard Life for probably 30 years and she remembers him fondly. Your Dad even gave us one of his hats to use for a play my daughter was in in North Carolina. Mom is 88 now and still very active, but the last calling we went to for Shirley Sargent she took all of these Tower Topics and there was no one there that she knew. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Martha Richmond and Cindy Richmond Lanctot
PhilBeth Mosbaugh says
Ron&Helmi
So sorry to learn of Harolds death last week. It sounds as though his life was one where the cup was always far more than half full. We’re sure the shared memories of him will help you through this. Our thoughts are with you both. We should be back in Indy on 4/14 & will check in with you then.
Phil&Beth M.
Chuck Karen Cohen says
Ron, Karen and I offer our condolences on the death of your father.