Laurie A. Banta
April 3, 1954 -
February 16, 2025
Laurie Ann Banta, passed away on February 16, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on April 3, 1954, in Kenosha, Wisconsin, to her parents, Patrick Weber and Kathleen Vanderhei, Laurie spent her life surrounded by family and friends in her beloved hometown.
On October 2, 1982, she married Michael Banta and they enjoyed many years of flower gardening, watching the Green Bay Packers and especially babysitting their grandchildren. Over the years, Laurie also enjoyed playing racket ball, bowling, playing pool, sewing, and swimming,
Laurie graduated twice from Gateway Technical College, earning degrees as a clerk typist and paralegal/secretary. She proudly worked in the automotive industry for many years at Chrysler, where she earned the respect and admiration of her colleagues before retiring to focus on her greatest joy—her family. She is remembered not just for her professional accomplishments, but for the love and laughter she brought into every room she entered. Her home was always filled with kindness, delicious meals, and endless stories that captivated everyone around her.
Laurie is survived by her husband, Michael Banta and her two children, Cassandra (Christopher) Herrington and Paul (Natalie) Banta as well as her step children. James Banta, David Banta, Rosemarie Banta and Donald Banta. As a grandmother, Laurie was cherished by her grandchildren: Cameron Voss, Chelsea Banta, Mason Banta, Aylla Banta, and Korra Banta, as well as her step-grandchildren, Shaun, Kyle, Kasey, Carly, Eric, Justin, Ava, and Alex Banta and her many step-great grandchildren. She is further survived by her siblings, David (Traci) Weber, Pete (Rachel) Weber and Trish Bain and her nephew Ryan (Stephanie) Bain. Laurie’s nurturing spirit and warm smile will forever be remembered by those whose lives she touched.
She is preceded in death by her parents and sister, Teresa Montgomery.
Service Info
Funeral services honoring Laurie’s life will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, February 28, 2025 at the Piasecki Funeral Home, 3720 39th Avenue, Kenosha, WI.
Entombment will follow in Sunset Ridge Memorial Park.
A visitation for Laurie will be held on Friday, February 28, 2025 from 9:00 am until the time of the service at the funeral home.
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Shaylynn (Sterba) WilliamsThere were times I came over looking for Cassie (daughter) & ended up staying for Laurie. We had long conversations during those times and I always left feeling happy. Over the years of being a younger family friend, it was obvious Laurie & Mike unofficially fostered those in need... be it neighborhood friends or their children's friends. She took the time to listen to my stories/papers for school or watch our choreographed line dances we worked so hard on as kids. She was fun, caring and it was always a treat when she "decided" (convinced into) coming in the pool with us :) I truly look forward to seeing her again (Isaiah 26:19) under the best of conditions (Psalm 37:29) <3
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Tracy AlbrightSo sorry for your lost. Sometimes it's hard to find the right words. This ido know , the feeling of a part of yourself torn away loosing someone so dear to your heart. As much distance we had, your Mom was always there for me, as she has done with many. I will cherish her out of the blue wit ,beautiful eyes and smile and caring nature to all. God bless to you Mike, Cassie and Paul,all my love,and peace to my dear friend in heaven . Amen
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Vicki VanderheiRemembering all the memories of being together as family birthdays, christmas and family get together. Lots of laughter. Sending hugs to you all. May Laurie rest in peace. Hugs
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Kris from the north sideLaurie and I hung around while at Washington Jr. High and had fun and got into occasional mischief together. She was always so fashionable had her hair done so beautifully. I was a tomboy but we laughed, rode our bikes and enjoyed being kids together. We got back in touch many years letter. So sorry to hear of her passing.
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Alisa TaleronikSteve and I are sending our deepest condolences to Mike and Paul your entire family, we are greatful for the kind neighbors you and Laurie were to Steve’s mom Donna through the years .. may she rest in peace and may her family hold tightly to all your cherished memories. Thinking of you , Steve and Alisa Taleronik
