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John E. Bannon VIRGINIA BEACH - John E. Bannon, 78, passed away suddenly Aug. 29, 2010. He was born Jan. 5, 1932 in Attleboro, Mass. He attended St. John's University for two years before enlisting for three years in the U.S. Navy. After his service, he attended Brown University and graduated in 1959 with a B.S. in electrical engineering. He joined the General Electric Company in 1959, working on the first Polaris missile fire control system. In his 32 years at GE, he served as a field service engineer and manager in Groton Conn., Bremerton, Wash., Dam Neck Va., and Newport News, Va., before his retirement in 1991. John is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Nancy Quinlan Bannon; son, John Eric Bannon and his wife Michele; daughter, Brooke Christine Fowler and her husband Geoffrey; and grandchildren, John "Jake" Bannon, Nicholas Bannon, and Evan Fowler, who fondly remember him as "Pop Pop." He is also survived by two sisters, Peg McLaughlin and Theresa Griffin. There will be a memorial service on Wednesday, Sept. 8, at 1 p.m. at the H.D. Oliver Funeral Home, 2002 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23454 with Pastor Robert Pittman officiating. There will be no calling hours and interment will be private. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.hdoliver.com. If friends desire, memorial donations may be made to the Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad, 477 Viking Drive, Suite 130, Virginia Beach, VA 23452 or the Virginia Beach SPCA, 3040 Holland Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23453.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Sep. 3, 2010.

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James Cotter

September 29, 2010

Dear Nancy:
The news about John came as a shock. The last time you were in Pittsfield, John seemed much the same as always, a little worn around the edges but aren't we all. We had lunch and talked and reminisced. He invariably had stories of his children and grandchildren and it was obvious how much he loved them and took pride in them. He usually had a few "Nancy" stories too. I think he was a little bit in awe of the woman who shared the life they made together. I know he believed that marrying you was probably the most fortunate thing he ever did. Talking with John was always interesting and often informative. He had facts about everything. Art Dugas once told me that John was one of the most intelligent persons he knew. Art did not suffer fools gladly and compliments from him were rare. I agree with Art. One of my great pleasures was conversing with John at lunch or over a beer or whatever. It saddens me greatly to know that I will never have that opportunity again. I will miss him greatly.
Please know that you are in Ann's and my thoughts and prayers.

Jim Cotter

September 8, 2010

Dear Nancy, Eric, Michelle, Brooke and Family,

We were so sorry to hear about the passing of of your Housband/father. Our deepest sympathy is with you as you mourn him. Please remember all the fun and happy times you shared with him, somehow they seem to help you get through the days. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love ya,

Mitch, Yvonne, Megan, Kelsey & Emily

Judy Weldon

September 5, 2010

Nancy and Family,

We were very sad to hear of John's passing. I worked with John at GE in the 60's and my husband and I have very fond memories of him - he was such a fun person. Please know that our thought and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.

Judy & Gordy Weldon

Jeanne Baccoli

September 4, 2010

Dear Nancy, Eric & Brooke,

I was shocked and saddened to read of John's passing. You are all in my thoughts as you endure your great personal losses. I am holding you up in prayer, asking that God give you the strength to bear your sorrow.

With deepest sympathy,

Ann Cotter

September 4, 2010

Dear Nancy & family, I think Jim and I are still in a state of shock. I can't imagine what you and the family are going through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Joe Stitt

September 3, 2010

Dear Nancy,
I was saddened by the news of John's death. My deepest sympathy is extended to you and your family; you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Lynn Lopes

September 3, 2010

So sorry to hear of your loss. I'm sure wonderful memories of Uncle Jack will help you as you celebrate a life well lived.

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