Marilyn Jean “Sis” Banovich of Fallon, 73, passed away June 21, 2026.
Sis, as she was known to everyone, was born and raised in Fallon, Nevada. In her younger years, Sis enjoyed horseback riding, the outdoors, and living on a dairy ranch. As she grew up, she continued to enjoy camping, fishing, crafting, toll painting, playing cards with her pals, making baby blankets for family and friends, but mostly she loved laughing and spending time with family and friends.
One of her favorite places to spend time was Kingston, Nevada. She was notorious for having a good little joke or harmless prank on someone whenever she could.
Sis served the Fallon and Fernley communities for more than 20 years as a banker for several banking institutions. She made a multitude of friends throughout her life in Fallon, as Sis had a knack for making friends everywhere she went. Her full-of-life personality was infectious, and she will forever be missed by her family and friends.
Sis is survived by her daughter, Marla Wood (Rowdy); brother, Bill Allyn (Debbie); sisters-in-law, Renee Banovich and Tanya Banovich; brother-in-law, Putt Banovich; grandchildren, Mikaela (Tim), Chance Wood, and Averie Larum (Dalton); great-grandchildren, Markus, Dean, and Willa Mae Jean; three stepchildren with their grandchildren and great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces, nephews, and other family members.
She was preceded in death by her husband, David Banovich Jr.; mother, Violet Garaventa Allyn; father, Edmond Allyn; and stepmother, Margaret Allyn.
The family would like to sincerely thank all the staff at Churchill Banner Hospital who were so caring and attentive to Sis and her family during their difficult time. A heartfelt thank you also goes to all the staff who cared for and loved Sis at Highland Manor of Fallon and The Homestead of Fallon.
A celebration of life for Sis will be held Friday, July 10, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Smith Family Funeral Home, 505 Rio Vista Drive, Fallon, Nevada.
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