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flag Former Green Bay Bishop Robert J. Banks, 97, died on Jan. 25, 2026, after serving 40 years as bishop and 73 years as a priest.

flag Former Bishop Robert J. flag Banks of the Diocese of Green Bay, who served from 1990 to 2003 and was among the oldest U.S. bishops at his death, has died at 97. flag The diocese confirmed his passing on January 25, 2026, at St. Paul Elder in Kaukauna. flag A priest for 73 years and bishop for 40, he was ordained in Rome in 1952 and served in Boston before leading Green Bay. flag His funeral includes a Requiem Mass and burial at Allouez Catholic Cemetery on February 6. flag The diocese honored his service and requested prayers for his soul.

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