Alison VanIngen Bankes, 65, died on April 20, Easter Sunday, 2014. Alison was born on April 8, Easter Sunday, 1949, to the late Schuyler and Elizabeth VanIngen, of Manhasset, NY. She graduated from Briarcliff College in Briarcliff Manor, NY. Alison was predeceased by her husband Ralph A. Bankes Jr., of Garden City, NY. She is survived by her dear friend Gregory Molesworth, 3 sisters; Judith, Kristine, Marion, a niece; Lindsey, and a nephew; Blake.
Alison was a teacher at The Todd School for 38 years in Briarcliff Manor, NY. She was a member of the Dobbs Ferry Garden Club, an avid gardener, and a member of the Ardsley Curling Club. She was the winner of the 2011 Jessie Wang Volunteer Award.
The celebration of her life will be held at 12 Noon at the Emanuel Lutheran Church. 197 Manville Rd. Pleasantville, NY 10570, with a reception to follow at the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to SPARC Inc., Special Program and Resources Connection; 3045 Gomer St. Yorktown, NY 10598. (914) 243-0583.