Mrs. Linda Banks Roan
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Mrs. Linda Banks Roan

  • September 5, 1952 - November 23, 2011
  • Dallas, Texas
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“My prayers are with you.. ”
1 of 17 | Posted by: leon norris - dallas, TX

“We will keep this sweet family in our thoughts and prayers, and ask that God comforts you all. ”
2 of 17 | Posted by: Kyle and Lauri Trammell

“I have thought of you often. Times spent with you and Oscar and your boys. Work with the FCA.... Fishing at the lake.....The inspired hours I...Read More » ”
3 of 17 | Posted by: Becky Cochran - Farmington, , NM

“My prayers are for you and your family. To me even in high school Linda knew Whose she was. and had a strong personality. May Jesus continue to...Read More » ”
4 of 17 | Posted by: Patricia Reagor Holt - Dallas, TX

“A lovely lady that was used by God in so many ways, to touch hearts and souls and to share His love through her ministry and through her singing. ...Read More » ”
5 of 17 | Posted by: Major Hilda Howell - Atlanta, GA

“I remember the youth and vitality that represented you. Sending my prayers to your family. ”
6 of 17 | Posted by: Sherry Britton Thomas - CA

“I am sorry for your lost. ”
7 of 17 | Posted by: Cheryl Dixon-Wilson - Plano

“Now the laborer’s task is over; Now the Battle day is past; Now upon the farther shore Lands the voyager at last. It is with great sorrow...Read More » ”
8 of 17 | Posted by: James Brown - Arlington, TX

“Oscar, we will continue to pray for you and the family. ”
9 of 17 | Posted by: Pastor: Michael Smith

“I can remember her smile and laugh. I will truly miss her. She was so kind, sweet and down to earth person. She was one of the girls. After...Read More » ”
10 of 17 | Posted by: Sharon smith - Mission, TX

“Oscar and family, may the grace of God comfort, keep and bless you all during this time. Keep the faith. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts...Read More » ”
11 of 17 | Posted by: Charlie and Paula Adams - TX

“I heard Linda sing at a Salvation Army function. My heart was blessed. She was a beautiful christian lady with a voice given by God to share with...Read More » ”
12 of 17 | Posted by: Darlene Black - AR

“Oscar and family, may God bless and keep you at this time and always. Linda was such a wonderful person when we were in high school. I had not seen...Read More » ”
13 of 17 | Posted by: Carla Haggerty - Dallas, TX

“Linda has left a definite mark on my life. She was such a beautiful Christian mother, wife and friend. My prayers are for the family and all who...Read More » ”
14 of 17 | Posted by: Thalia Shirley, Victoria and Stephanie - TX

“Oscar and family we will surely miss our friend, sister and role model. We remember when first meeting you, Linda. Quincey and Mario and still tell...Read More » ”
15 of 17 | Posted by: Jerry and Linda Machen - TN

“To Oscar and family, I will truly miss my friend. I am thankful that God saw fit for us to spend time quality time together this year. May God give...Read More » ”
16 of 17 | Posted by: Elmer Donalson-Rogers - Houston, TX

“You were always a joy all time I saw you... always brighten up a room with laughter. We will miss you so much. ”
17 of 17 | Posted by: Cassandra & Bria Price - TX


Mrs. Linda Joyce Banks Roan was born in Tyler, Texas on September 5, 1952 to Iris Muse Banks and John William Banks. Mrs. Roan graduated from South Oak Cliff High School in 1970 and attended East Texas State University, where she studied Elementary Education. She married her high school sweetheart, Oscar B. Roan, III in May of 1972 in Dallas. They founded Oscar Roan Ministries with her husband, and they travelled throughout the United States sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ beginning in 1980. During that time, Mrs. Roan recorded more than 15 albums, authored two books, wrote a stage play, and organized the Ladies' Neighborhood Bible Studies. Mrs. Roan passed away November 23, 2011. Those left to cherish her memory are beloved husband, Oscar B. Roan, III; son, Mario Roan and granddaughter, Takira of Rockwall, Texas; son, Quincy Roan, daughter-in-law, Kari Whitaker Roan, and grandchildren, Kaleb and Khloe of Forney, Texas; sister, Yolanda Banks Phillips and brother-in-law, Alvin Phillips, Sr. of Sugarland, Texas; brother, John William Banks, Jr. of Rockwall, Texas; and a host of aunts, uncles, nephews, cousins, and other beloved family.