Banez, Manuel Passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on February 8, 2023 at 84 years of age. Loving and devoted husband of Annie for 57 years. Cherished father of Marivic, Noel (Bong), Marcus, Reginald, Mark Bañez . Proud grandfather of Jovan, Ace, Richard, Bong II, James Benidick, Jasmine, Jenica, Jason, Jerome, Jacky, Janelle, Marissa, Mary Ann, Mabelle, Jayar, J.T, Reginald, Tyler, Jade, Mya. Dear great grandfather to 5 wonderful children. Predeceased by his parents Maria and Vicente Sr and son Noel (Bong). He will be sadly missed by many cousins, nieces and nephews and friends. Began his career as a Detective in the Philippines, and then moved to Canada to work as a general contractor. He will forever be remembered for helping the community make spaces into beautiful homes. He was one of the founding fathers of Windsor Filipino Community and played a major donor of labour during the renovation of the FCC. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Cremation Society of Windsor & Essex County (519-969-5449) 3260 Dougall Ave. Share memories and photos at www.cremationsociety.ca