"Banta Family please accept my condolence for your loss. So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the whole family. God bless! I miss seeing him in the halls but he will not be forgotten."
In loving memory of
Marcus N. Banta
July 2, 2017
Marcus N. Banta, age 28, of Plainville, Illinois, died July 2, 2017 in Plainville.
Marcus was born May 23, 1989, the son of Daniel and Joanne Loos Banta, in Quincy, Illinois.
He graduated from Quincy Notre Dame High School in 2007 and attended John Wood Community College. Marcus started working for Blessing Hospital as an EKG Technician in January of 2011. He was a member of Columbus Road Baptist Church.
Marcus loved working out, playing baseball, basketball and Call of Duty. His favorite teams were the Chicago Cubs, New England Patriots, and the North Carolina Tarheels. He enjoyed the outdoors, mowing his lawn, and listening to music with his brother. His greatest joy was sharing the love of God with others. Marcus enjoyed spending time with his Blessing Hospital family.
Marcus would light up the room with just his presence. He loved spending time with family, cooking with dad, being served by his mom, and taking home the leftovers.
Survivors include his parents, Daniel and Joanne; his brother and best friend Nick "Big Bro" and his wife Brooklynn "Baby Sis" Banta of Fowler; his special pets, his beagle Molly, and his beagle nieces Mary Lou and Macy Mae; maternal grandmother Norma Loos of Payson; paternal grandmother Anna Banta of Quincy; numerous cousins, aunts, and uncles; and his honorary father, Tim Miller.
Marcus was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Daniel J. Banta and his maternal grandfather Wilford Loos.
In lieu of flowers the family asks everyone to wear Chicago Cubs wear in remembrance of Marcus.
Services: Private family services.
Visitation: Friday, July 7, 2017 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in Hansen-Spear Funeral Home.
Memorials: to the family for expenses or to Blessing Foundation
www.hansenspear.com
Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of arrangements.
Tributes
"So sorry for your loss i work at blessing as a evs i would allways see marcus in the hallway we would stop and talk for a min he allways new what to say with a big smile he will be sadly missed."
""Hold me Jesus" by Rich Mullins. This is my strength song when nothing seems right and I don't understand why I have to go through so much pain. I still remember the day when I realized Marcus' heart and mine were part of the same quilt. My heart goes out to you and your family."
"Jo, my heart goes out to your family. Losing a son especially in the prime of his life is beyond words of comfort. Sending lots of hugs and prayers! From all the remarks, he must have been a very special man, friend, brother, and son!"
"Banta family, so sorry for your loss the little time I knew Marcus, he was always so caring, he was excellent at what he did that beautiful smile. Just remember all the memories you had with Marcus. Prayers are with you and your family. And Jo and Dan you did an excellent job raising Marcus. Janet and Don Benjamin"
"Jo, Dan, Nick, Brooklyn and family, Steve and I are so very sorry for your loss of Marcus. Just a saw him Friday and had his beautiful smile on his face as he always did. He left a wonderful legacy here and showed everyone that he came into contact with what loving your neighbor as yourself truly meant. What a testament and what a great job you truly did. Our prayers are with you all. God Bless!"
"Dear Banta Family, Ron and I our so very sorry for your loss of your son, brother, and friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless ??"
"I don't have the words to make any of you feel better. I will miss him. he was/is a great man."
"Our deepest sympathy! Sending prayers for all of your family!"
"no words can help the loss you feel right now, but know that you all have alot of support if ever choose to lean on them!! Marcus was such genuine soul!! hugs to you Jo,Nick & rest of family!!"
"Jo, Nick & family no words can help with your loss right now, but know that you all have the support of alot of people should you ever feel the need to lean on them!! Marcus was a genuine kind soul!!! You did great Jo!!!!!"
"My heart is aching for you! I remember the little first grader that was so happy and kind at heart! I met him later when he was at a basketball game and still the same happy guy!"
"I'm at a loss for words, thinking of the Banta family during this time. Marcus was an amazing person??"
"I spent most of grade school alphabetically sitting/standing/having a locker next to Marcus. He was a such an easy going kid and had a great sense humor. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. Your family is in my thoughts."
"Joanne , Dan and family My heart is breaking for you, I can't even imagine what you are feeling right now. May you feel Gods loving arms wrapped around you during this very difficult time. Our prayers are with you and your family ??."
"So very sorry. Will keep all of the family in my prayers."
"Jo, Nick and Family So sorry to hear about your loss. Marcus always had a smile and was a wonderful person to work with."
"My little jo jo bean. I can't tell you how bad I feel for you. I can't imagine anything worse than you are going through. Just know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers"
"Jo, although we never got to know your boys well, our hearts go out to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with. Hold the happy memories in your heart and he will always be with you."
"Jo, there are no right words, just know that we are thinking of you, so sorry"
"Words can never express the heartbreak with the news of Marc's passing. Marc had such a kind heart. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Jo, Dan, Nick, Brooke, and family."
"Nick and Brooklyn, I am so sorry for your loss. There are no words to help ease your pain so I will pray that God wraps you in His loving arms and meets your needs, for only He knows what that is. Love you guys!"
"Dearest Jo and family....my heart is breaking for you. There are no words...."
"Our grief is a symptom of loss. Its deepness & darkness are the antithesis of the bright and shining spirit of Marcus. He is now a gem of light, reflected from the Father's eyes, shining into the darkest night."
"Marcus is a truly remarkable young man. He always had a smile on his face and was one of the most caring people I know. He will be missed by many. Gone but never forgotten. Prayers to the family in this difficult time."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God be with you through everything. Mary and Chuck Loos"
"Please accept my condolence for your loss. These are difficult times and may the promise at Isaiah 25:8 gives you real hope because death and mourning for our loved ones are never God's purpose in the first place. Genesis 2:17; Romans 5:12"
"Oh Banta family, We are so sorry for your loss. We don't even know what to say except that we love you all so much. Our prayers for you are peace, love, and strength. You raised two fine young men."
"Sending my condolences. Marcus was truly an amazing man. I worked with him for several years at Blessing. His smile was contagious. I will definitely miss him and consider myself lucky to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all."
"What a special and wonderful person Marcus was! He was a blessing to each and every person he met and he brought such joy everywhere he went. It was a privilege to work with such a wonderful person!"
"There are no words. I cant imagine what you are going through. My heart and prayers are with you. And i too believe that your dad is there for him. Love you."
"I had the privilege of working with Marcus at Blessing Hospital. His smile and great personality was contagious. My heart is breaking for his family and friends. Prayers for everyone."
"First & foremost, my deepest sympathy is extended to all of Marcus' family friends & coworkers. I was never blessed to meet him but so sorry that we didn't cross paths. As I read all of the heartfelt post on this site, Facebook & those that I have heard speak of him at work today, you as parents can take great pride in what a wonderful young man you raised and all of those that he touched in his short time on this earth. I am truly humbled by what I have learned about him in these past couple of days. My thoughts & prayers are with you now & in the coming days, weeks & months. God Bless you all."
"Banta family, We were saddened to hear of the accident. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of sorrow and loss. John and Stacy Clark"
"Marcus was a ray of sunshine anytime he was around. He leaves behind the best of memories along with a standard for all of us to strive for. An amazing sole that we were only allowed a short time on earth with. My thoughts go out to you all as you are going through the worst days of your life."
"So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family. He will be missed so much."
"So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the whole family. God bless!"
"Banta family- I had the privilege of working with Marcus for many years in heart and vascular and outreach. You raised an outstanding gentleman,citizen, and coworker. Marc had a kind word and smile for all making everyone's day just a little bit brighter. Such genuine goodness and sincerity as Marc possesed are clearly a trstimony to those closest to him. As there are no words for this tragic loss, I hope your shattered hearts can gain a glimmer of peace and knowing how much everyone loved Marc. Prayers."
"Jo and Danny, my heart just breaks for you and Nick. I remember Grandma Loos saying when your dad died that no mother should have to bury her child. We don't know why God allows these things to happen, but know that there are waiting arms to greet him in heaven. Will be keeping you in prayer. Love you."
"My heart is broken. Marcus had a heart of gold, and a one of a kind spirit. I will forever his warm smile and gentle hugs!"
"So sorry for your loss Jo....words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. God bless!"
"Jo, Dan, Nick, Brooklyn & family I am so terribly sorry that you have to experience this. Marcus was as honest & genuine as they come & he will be missed terribly. Offering my prayers for you."
"My dearest cousin, Joanne, and family I am so very sorry for your loss. I am sure your dad has his loving arms wrapped around Marcus now. My prayers are with you all."
"My heart is breaking for you Jo, Nick, & family. Remembering all of you in my prayers."