John Cedric Bankston's Obituary
John Cedric Bankston, 70, born and raised in New Orleans, LA passed away on May 17, 2025 in Mandeville, LA. He is preceded in death by his parents, Edgar Emmett Bankston and Audrey Vigier Bankston, brothers, Edgar Bankston, Michael Bankston and sister, Maxine Baker.
He also leaves behind his loving wife of almost 32 years, Helen Higa Townsend Bankston, and children, Johnnie Gros (Mark), Melissa Godwin (Gregory), Joshua Bankston (Madeleine), Alex Bankston, and stepson, Michael Guinta.
He is also survived by his six beautiful grandchildren, Enrique Figueroa, Katelynn Bankston (Randi), Michael Mulle’, Jose’, Evan, and Ethan Godwin along with nieces, nephews, and many other relatives.
John spent most of his life in the New Orleans area where he eventually took over his dad’s electrical contracting business. He was not just a master electrician to his customers but also became close friends with many of them. His kind, caring nature of what he loved to do showed in every job he did. He was one of the best in the business and remained so for about 50 years. He spent the last 18 years living in Mandeville, LA.
Although John worked so hard, he also always made time to spend with his wife. They were so much in love and always tried to do everything together. He also adored his children and grandchildren, always making time to make special everlasting memories with them all. He loved to fish, travel, learn about cars, and had quite the gun collection.
There cannot be enough emphasis on how much this man will be missed. He was the most kindhearted, loving man that so many were lucky enough to have in their lives.
The Bankston family expresses their deepest gratitude to the outstanding care provided by Traditions Health Hospice.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Avenue, Covington, LA 70433 at 2:00 PM on May 31, 2025 with visitation beginning at 12:00 PM until service time. Interment will take place following the service at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens, 2280 W. 21st Avenue, Covington, LA 70433.
E.J. Funeral Home has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements. Please sign the guestbook at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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