"Just found out about Ray's passing. God bless him. He was a wonderful friend to my father. Sincere condolences to the family. Nancy (Bryngelson) Smith"
In loving memory of
Raymond Werner Banse
May 4, 1929 - December 8, 2021
Raymond Werner Banse, age 92, the son of Ernst and Margaret (Murphy) Banse, was born May 4, 1929 in Omaha, Nebraska. He passed away December 8, 2021 in Omaha, Nebraska.
Raymond is survived by his children: Bill Banse (Cheree), Kathy Johnson, Dave Banse; grandchildren: Matthew Banse, Ryan Brennan (Jennita), Chelsea Stirtz (Tyler), Trever Banse (Elsie), Shayla Banse, Carly Banse; great-grandchildren: Liam, Meadow, Lenora, Charlie, Amelia, Raylin; sister, Jeanne Sabatka; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents: Ernst and Margaret Banse; wife, Betty Banse; infant granddaughter, Josie K. Banse; siblings: Marianna Temme and Ernie Banse.
GRAVESIDE SERVICE with Military Honors, 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to: Omaha Home for Boys or Omaha Tangier Shrine Center.
Tributes
"My deepest sympathy to the Banse family. So many memories of Ray and Bette watching the Ne football games at their house. Fun times at all the functions we were at together. Ray had the best interesting stories to tell that were never boring. I will miss my dear friend. I'm sure Mark met you at the Pearly Gates for the best reunion ever. RIP Ray."
"I am heartbroken. I'm a writer, but I have no words to express the depth of my grief. It was Ray who suggested way back when that I become a sportswriter. It lit the lightbulb that directed me toward my life's path. For that, I will always be grateful. But even more, he was the father I never had at home. He welcomed me as one of the family, always affectionately calling me Hoss. What I'd give to hear him call me that one last time. Most of all, he gave me his wonderful son, Bill, my best friend and best man at my wedding. Ray's contribution to making my life better is invaluable and it was an honor and privilege to love and call him my friend. Rest in peace, Pa!"
"My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to the family, May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times you shared together as you celebrate a life blessed and well lived. Psalms 90:10"
"So many fond memories of Ray and Betty and family. Ray was like a second father to me. He will be missed by so many. Ed Campbell & Penny"