Mr. Charles Melvin Banks, age 75, of Jonesboro, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024. He is preceded in death by his father, Luther Melvin Banks. He is survived by his wife, Doris Banks; his mother, Sarah Lee Banks of Jonesboro; his son, Michael (Layla) Banks of East Point; his beloved granddaughter, Lillian Banks; and several nieces, nephews, and extended family members. A visitation will be held from 1 PM to 4 PM on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at Ford-Stewart Funeral Home, 2047 Highway 138 S.E., Jonesboro, GA 30237. A funeral service officiated by Pastor Shane Roye will be held at 11 AM on Monday April 14, 2024 at the Ford-Stewart Funeral Home chapel. Burial will take place at Sherwood Memorial Park following the funeral service.

Charles and Doris were married just shy of 53 years and built a life based on love and respect, a value they instilled in their son and which he has carried over into marriage and fatherhood. An avid lover of motor sports and collector of American muscle cars, Charles was an aficionado on all things automotive and cultivated this passion and hobby into a career as the owner of Shannon Auto Parts in Union City, Ga. Charles loved listening to the Eagles and other classic 1970s rock bands. Doris and Michael will take comfort in fond memories of trips to the beach, the family lakehouse, and auto shows, as well as 50 years of birthdays and joy.