James B. Banaka Obituary

We are sad to announce that on April 4, 2020, at the age of 52, James B. Banaka (Topeka, Kansas) passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his mother Janet Kay Banaka (Sharp); and his nephews, Wyatt Shook and Logan Denton. He is survived by: his wife Jennifer D. Banaka; his father Jim Banaka of Netawaka, KS; his sons, Jeremy L. Banaka of St. Joseph, MO and Timothy J. Banaka of Grandview, MO; his stepchildren, Christopher Henningsen of Arlington, TX, Elizabeth Henningsen of Ft. Worth, TX and Emily Henningsen (Bradley) of Topeka, KS; his sisters, Janelle Bell (Brad) of Trenton, TX, Jerri L. Denton of Wardville, MO and Julie A. Shook (Zane) of Carbondale, KS; and his granddaughter Luna Nicole Dixie Banaka.

Memorials may be given to Mercer Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.