Jeffrey Arthur Bankes

Jeffery Arthur Bankes, 64, of Chriesman Community of Caldwell, Texas passed away in Houston, TX. A Celebration of his life will be is planned for Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 2:00 at the Strickland Funeral Home Caldwell Chapel.

Jeff was born May 10, 1961to parents john Bankes & Stella (Pilsner) Bankes in Kansas City MO.,

Jeff was a machinist by trade for 17 years for Mic B. He married the love of his life Tarina (Layne) Bankes December 31, 1990, this union was blessed with nearly 35 years and 2 children Ryan and Heather.

Jeff loved fishing, hunting, farming, cooking, and gardening. He enjoyed using his tractor. He was well liked by his coworkers. He was a good father. He loved his dogs. His favorite series was Star Trek. He had a YouTube channel named “Go Outside”, teaching about farming, animals, and edible plants.

He was preceded in death by his parents Jon and Stella Bankes and a sister, Susan Trlica.

Jeff is survived by his loving family, his wife Tarina Bankes of Caldwell, TX., a sons Ryan Bankes of Waller, TX., a daughter, Heather Bankes of The Woodland, Tx., 2 brothers, Ken Bankes, and Steve Bankes and wife Beverly.