William F. "Billy" Banks, III

William F. “Billy” Banks III was born on October 26, 1963, to William F. Banks Jr. and Carole A. (Forgues) Banks.

Born with cerebral palsy, Billy never let it hold him back from pursuing his goals. He graduated from high school at the Massachusetts Hospital School in Canton and went on to study computer science and earned his bachelor's degree from Worcester State College. During his time here he created his own voice, activated computer that followed his instructions. He was featured in Telegram and Gazette teaching students about his creation. He touched the lives of both his professors and students.

Using his education and God-given talent, Billy operated a small computer business from his home. He continued this work until his illness progressed, and he was no longer able to do so.

Billy loved his summers at Cape Cod, spending time with his family and best friends John and Beverly Leger and their children, Jeffery and Michele. Billy especially loved fishing and going out on the boat; Always a fun time at good old Cape Cod. He also enjoyed snowmobiling at his Aunt Penny’s house in North Conway. Billy visited Europe twice with the Cerebral Palsy Foundation and traveled many years to Aruba with his father. He took a trip to California with his friend Dan and his cousin Craig where he enjoyed the sights of San Francisco. He also loved good food— among his favorites, were Pasta and Pecorino Romano cheese, which he could never get enough of.

Everywhere Billy went, people knew him. He loved going out to dinner and for many years he was accompanied by his cousin Michael, which was a cherished Tuesday night ritual.

Billy was a family man loved who deeply loved his family and his cousins. He enjoyed spending his holidays surrounded by his family. He especially loved Easter and Christmas, who he shared with his Grammy and Papa Banks, his Uncle Steve and Aunt Martha, his Aunt Penny and John and all his cousins: Trina, Stephanie, Lisa, Stephan, Michelle, Marybeth and Patrick. He also loved the Christmas Eve holiday where he spent time at his Aunt Doris and Uncle Mike's enjoying his favorite dish, linguini and White clam sauce. He also enjoyed spending time with his cousins Michael, Cindy and Craig, and their children. He was truly blessed to have a family who cherished him. He loved being wherever there was life, joy, and a party.

Billy was blessed with two sets of loving grandparents: Papa Banks, Grammy Banks, Grammy Forgues, and Grandpa Leo, and his Great Aunt Julia Morris who took care of him until her last days.

Billy leaves behind, his father, William F. Banks Jr. and his devoted caregivers Laura and Frank. Billy was predeceased by his mother, Carole A. Banks, his Uncle Jackie Banks, and his Wife Pam.

Billy will be greatly missed by his family and friends. His determination and perseverance will be remembered with love by all who knew him.

Billy, you will be truly missed by all who knew and loved you. This world is a better place because you were in it.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather with the family from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street, Holden. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 12 in the funeral home. Burial will follow at Worcester County Memorial Park, 217 Richards Avenue, Paxton. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice or to the Cerebral Palsy Foundation.