Ura Jean Riley Banks Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Ura Jean Riley Banks, 76, of Clay City, KY, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2019, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, KY. Born on July 26, 1943 in Jackson, KY, she was a daughter of the late Oscar and Katherine Collins Hounshell Riley. On March 14, 1985, she married James Banks, and her dear husband survives her passing. Jean will always be remembered for taking extraordinary care of everyone in her family. A gifted cook, she owned and operated the Scoopy Doo Restaurant in Jackson, KY, managed The Iron Skillet in Jackson, KY, and cooked for many a family gathering and holiday. She was always ready to lend a helping hand. Formerly, she also worked as an operator with Cincinnati Bell. In addition to her husband of 34 years, James, she is survived by her daughter, Katie King of Cynthiana, KY; two grandchildren: Lexi King of Carlisle, KY and David King of Berry, KY; her great granddaughter, Kamryn King; two sisters: Freida Honchel of Harrodsburg, KY and Ginny Ritchie of Berry, KY; two brothers: Kenneth Hounshell of Fisty, KY and Rex Hounshell of Marysville, CA; and a host of extended family and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by five siblings: Alfred Riley, Mervin Riley, Fred Riley, Keith Hounshell, and Mae Nichols. Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Thursday, November 21, 2019, at the Woodhead Funeral Home, Berry, with Cullen Caudill officiating. The visitation will be from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Interment will take place in the Pythian Grove Cemetery, Berry. Memorials are suggested to the Bluegrass Care Navigators or the Harrison County Relay for Life.

Ura Jean Riley Banks

July 26, 1943 - November 18, 2019