Andrea Michelle Banks, "Pepper", was born December 16, 1965 in Detroit, Michigan . Her parents, Dolores Ida Marie Banks and Alvin Sailor had a set of twins and Andrea was one of them. Andrea loved family and friends as if she knew she wasn't born alone. She gave birth to 3 beautiful children; Dolores,Uriah,and Marry, who gave her 5 beautiful grandchildren; Precious ,Saje, Hope, Jerimiah and Faith, all of whom adored her.
Andrea's fiancé, Dellonie Shelby,
whom she loved dearly,
has accompanied her the last 7 years.
Her siblings include her loving brothers, Arthur Billy and Khali, who attended to her love most of her loving years amongst many other brothers and sisters...
Her uncles, Cecil Randy Percy Arturo Tony and Eric were birthed by her late Grandma, Laura Bell, who played a large part in her stability! Some of her closest cousins include Marcelle "Kizzy", Cookie and Darryl"Poo poo". She loved the finer things in life so she prayed for it!
Angie was known for Prayer, she had a strong belief system and bulldog faith that she taught anyone that came into her path. She was also well known for her career in Hair, better known as "Pepper", which enlarged her family by the Dozens ! She was not a loner and befriended many loved ones throughout her career from everywhere! Everything she touched turned into Gold. She was a pleasure to have in your corner or to just know! Many of her Best Friends, such as Deborah Dunn, who was a lifelong friend, inspired her high class spirit amongst many many others whom she adored!
Pepper is known globally for her products and innovative ideas which gave her family a legacy to carry on! Sadly, Andrea Banks went to Paradise March 20th, in shock and dismay to her family. Yet we have to say Life, Strength, Safety, Protection, and Obedience! We are protected ! Hallelujah ! Until we meet again.
Visitation:
A Visitation will take place
Friday, March 26, 2021
from 4-7pm at
Southfield Funeral Home
18338 W. 12 Mile Rd.
Southfield MI, 48076
Due to the restrictions mandated for COVID -19, a maximum allowance of 25 people is permitted in the chapel at a time.
A Private Prayer Service will be held at the families request.
Due to the ongoing pandemic,
we understand taking precautions
and remaining safe is a priority to us all.
Therefore, the use of masks and social distancing are required.
The family apologizes for not accepting guests at their home.
They will accept your condolences via phone calls, social media messages and texting.
At the families request any gift of flowers can be sent to
the funeral home the day of the visitation.
Thank You and May God Bless You
"He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High
shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty."
Psalm 91