Ernie Banks' Visitation, Memorial Service Set for Friday, Saturday

In lieu of flowers, the team is suggesting fans make a donation in Banks’ memory to Cubs Charities

Visitation and memorial services were announced Monday for Chicago Cubs legend Ernie Banks, who died Friday after suffering a heart attack days before his 84th birthday.

A public visitation will take place Friday from noon to 8 p.m. at the Fourth Presbyterian Church, 126 E. Chestnut, according to a news release issued by the team.

A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, also at Fourth Presbyterian Church, the statement said. The service begins at 10 a.m. and public seating will be limited.

In lieu of flowers, the team is suggesting fans make a donation in Banks’ memory to Cubs Charities, at www.cubs.com/give.

Fans also can honor Banks at Daley Center Plaza this week, where the city will display the statue of Banks that usually resides at Wrigley Field. The statue will be on display from Wednesday morning through Saturday.

Big-name fans of Banks, including President Barack Obama, issued statements after Banks' death was announced.

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