David GrahamBANKSMaster Mariner, of Falmouth.
Captain David Banks of Falmouth, slipped his anchor and sailed with the morning tide on Tuesday 6th January 2026, aged 91 years. David was very much loved and respected and will be sadly missed by his wife Christine, daughters Vanessa and Laura, friends, and all who knew him.
David's funeral service will take place at The Parish Church of King Charles the Martyr, Falmouth, on Monday 26th January 2026 at 11.00 a.m.
Family flowers only, donations in lieu of flowers can be made to 'Sailors' Children's Society' online via captaindavidbanks.muchloved.com, retiring collection or c/o the funeral directors. Penryn & Falmouth Funeral Directors
Penryn & Falmouth Funeral Directors TR10 9DQ
50 Kernick Road
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