Neil J Hankes

August 15, 1932 - October 16, 2019

Neil Allen Hankes, age 87, of Park Forest, Illinois, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, October 16, 2019. Neil formerly lived in Riverdale and Chicago, Illinois. He is survived by his daughter: Dana (Keith) Erickson; grandchildren: Craig & Megan Erickson; his son, Christopher Hankes; granddaughter: Stephanie (Robert) Hankes; and his great-granddaughter: Charlotte. Neil is also survived by his nephew: Mike Mackin; and his dear friend, Darlene Hatfield, as well as many other friends and family. Neil was preceded in death by his mother, Elzetta Hankes; a favorite cousin: Nanci Hankes; niece: Debby Kennedy, nephew: Neil Mackin; as well as his best friends: Bill Gross and Don Krizek. He was loved by many with his mischievous smile and quick wit. His love was unwavering and forever present and he would give you his last penny if it helped you or made you feel better. He was honest and selfless, not caring about material possessions, but instead chose to spend time with those he loved and adored. Neil was a veteran of the US Air Force. The family is requesting that donations be made in honor of Neil to the following organizations: Alzheimer's Association, www.alz.org; American Lung Association, www.lung.org; and American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org. A visitation will be held on Saturday, November 16, 2019, from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. at Memory Lane Funeral Home, 6305 W. Lincoln Highway (US 30), Crown Point, Indiana. The Memorial Service will begin at 11:30 a.m. immediately following the visitation. You may contact the funeral home at (219) 322-2050. www.memorylanepark.com