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Sterling Bankert Obituary

YORK Sterling H. "Bud" Bankert, Jr., 87, entered into rest on Friday, July 3, 2015, at York Hospital. He was the husband of Anna "Sis" (Bury) Bankert of York. The couple was married on September 4, 1951, celebrating 63 years of marriage. Bud was born in York on March 3, 1928, and was the son of the late Sterling H. Bankert, Sr. and Anna E. (Wellensiek) Bankert. He was a 1947 graduate of William Penn High School. He received his Bachelor's and Master's Degrees from Penn State University. Bud was a teacher for 24 years and administrator for 16 years with the York City School District. He was a member of Yorkshire United Methodist Church. He was also a member of the local VFW, American Legion, Victory Club, Hawk Gunning Club, YMCA, and the First Amendment Club. Bud was an avid golfer and club champion of Red Lion Country Club. In addition to his wife, Anna, he is survived by a son, Steven Bankert of Great Barrington, Mass.; a daughter, Teri Blevins of York; and a granddaughter, Laura Blevins of York. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 9, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Etzweiler Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, 1111 E. Market St., York, PA 17403. There will be a visitation from 1 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be private at Prospect Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the York County Food Bank, 254 W. Princess St., York, PA 17401; York Rescue Mission, P.O. Box 1968, York, PA 17405; or to a charity of your choice. Arrangements by the Etzweiler Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, 1111 E. Market St., York, PA 17403. www.etzweilerfuneralhome.com

Published by York Daily Record on Jul. 6, 2015.
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sorry to hear of Bud's passing. We were neighbors a number of years at Jackson St. Our hearts & prayers are with the family. Hope everything goes well with you Sis and your family. Sincerely Ed Smyser

July 12, 2015

My condolences to the family of a wonderful man and teacher at York High. Many memories from his Advanced Biology and Micrrobiology classes, 1966-67. My favorite classes, prepared me for my college classes which couldn't compare to his.

Jackie Helzer Sallade

July 11, 2015

Sis,
Our heartfelt sympathy to you and the family. Bud had my respect and admiration at both York City School District and the golf course. He was a good friend and colleague. We will all miss him.

Bob & Jayne Mitten

July 10, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Sis. Bud was instrumental in bringing me to York and teased me about bringing down the neighborhood when I moved onto S Kershaw. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Joanne Boston

July 9, 2015

Rest easy Mr. Bankert. Thanks for so many great memories of high school. You were an awesome principal always fair but firm.

Diann Stotler

July 8, 2015

My deepest condolences to the Bankert family. I attended York High from 1978-1982 and Mr. Bankert was my principal. He was always kind, caring and went the extra mile for his kids (students). I oftentimes speak of how he gave me my first job at Penn State - York Campus the summer of 1980. Whenever I was sent to his office (which in 9th & 10th grade seemed to be often), he would always hear me out and then in his humble way, he would scold me and tell me that I could do so much more. He was a friend to my grandfather (Wm. Hall "Hallie") and was familiar with my family background. It brings tears to my eyes just writing this because nowadays the kids don't have teachers/administrators who care the way he did. May God bless and strengthen you all during this time.

Renee' Hall-Sanderson

July 8, 2015

Sis, I am so sorry to see this news. I was hoping he would win his fight. I am so glad Jeff & I had a chance to chat with Bud while walking one evening not long ago. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.

Sue (Henry) Horn

July 7, 2015

As a graduate of Wm. Penn, Mr. Bankert was my favorite teacher and a wonderful mentor. My deepest sympathy to his family, and thanks to God for receiving him home; rest in everlasting peace.

Kathy Swords

July 7, 2015

My heart is with you! Had the extreme pleasure and honor to have your husband/father as my Advanced Biology teacher 43 years ago! His patience, motivation, knowledge, caring, sense of humor, and bravery (to allow each of us to have a scalpel) was outstanding! He was such an enormous influence to many!! May your sorrow be soften by knowing sooooo many of us cared for him and appreciate him and his calling to be educator! May he be at peace!

Pamela Topley Zimmerman

July 7, 2015

I have GREAT memories of Mr. Bankert as my teacher for Advanced Biology & Microbiology at York High (1962-1964).
May he rest in peace.

Tara (Miller) Loucks

July 6, 2015

Loved Mr. Bankert as a teacher. My condolences to the family.

Sara Jones

July 6, 2015

One of the best administrators and educators I ever had the pleasure to work with and learn from. Sincerest sympathy.

Bob Miller

July 6, 2015

I remember Mr Bankert in York High (1968-1970) after all these years. He was a great man. Condolences to his family. RIP

Anita (Diehl) Lehigh

July 6, 2015

My condolences to the Bankert family. I remember Mr. Bankert from either Edgar Fahs Smith Middle School, or from York High, I can't remember which school it was. Mr Bankert was a great man. Take your rest Mr. Bankert

Meredith Tyrone Smith Jr

July 6, 2015

Mr. Bankert was the best Biology teacher a student could have. My thoughts and Prayers are with you Sis.

Joanne Jackson

July 6, 2015

One of my favorite teachers at York High......My condolences to the family.....I know he will be remembered fondly by many of his former students...

Cheryl (Bailey) Folkenroth

July 6, 2015

Great cooperating teacher , wonderful man with a sense of humor .....Len bell. 1960

July 6, 2015

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