Gilberto R. Banchs Obituary (1963 - 2009) - Springfield, Massachusetts

Holyoke- Gilberto R. Banchs, 46, passed away on Sunday, October 18, at Holyoke Medical Center. Gilberto was a Springfield resident for many years. He was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico on June 27th to Bienvenido Banchs and Isabel Ramirez. Gilberto was a retired police officer for the city of Boston. He is survived by his wife, Lillian Banchs; 4 sons, Gilberto Banchs, Jr., Angel Luis Colon, Bienvenido G. Banchs, and Fernando G. Banchs; 5 daughters, Elizabeth Banchs, Margarita Colon, Brenda Banchs, Jessica Colon, and Clarissa L. Banchs; and many brothers and sisters. He also leaves 14 grandchildren. The Calling Hours will be held on Thursday, October 22, from 5 - 9 p.m. The Funeral will be private.