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Richard Eugene "Butch" Bannister Sr.

Richard Eugene "Butch" Bannister Sr. obituary

Richard Bannister Obituary


RICHARD "BUTCH" EUGENE BANNISTER SR.
June 25,1937 ~ December 18, 2016

Richard Bannister Sr., lifelong WA resident and Air Force retiree, passed away December 18, 2016.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Judy Bannister; his 8 children, Bob, Ken, Tim, Shirley, Richard Jr., Derrick, Cynthia and Angela; as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.
Please sign his Guest Book at www.columbian.com/obits.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Columbian on Jan. 31, 2017.

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Matthew Wilt

October 22, 2021

This man has done more for me in my life than any other man in my life. I respected him whole heartedly, he has taught me so much about life, he was a very very big part of my life and I spent as much time with him as I possibly could. I love and respect him with all my heart. Thank you for being an amazing human being grandpa.

Warren Edgley

February 3, 2017

Bannisters,I enjoyed working with Dick years ago, he was always helpful, reliable, reasonable and the job was very well done! He was a good man, mentor and friend! My condolences to all of you!

Sam and sue Ryder

February 1, 2017

Dick was one of the nicest people we ever did business with. Always enjoyed talking with him. He always had something interesting or funny to talk about. He always did a good job . Sorry to see him go. He will be missed. Best wishes to Judy and kids. Hope to run across some of you. Best of luck.

Kim Bannister

February 1, 2017

Love and will miss you forever father in law. I so cherish the talks that we had the last few weeks. All the phone calls having me come see and talk to you and to even bring you a popsicle. If only I could bring you one more. Love you and I will see you one day in heaven......

Jim Schindewolf

February 1, 2017

My heart goes out to all the Bannister's. I've always thought of you all as my family. Love and prayers and good memories to all.

Kammy Johnson

January 31, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with you and got family at this time..

marge wilcox

January 31, 2017

my condolences and prayers go out too each one of you in this time

jennifer smith

January 31, 2017

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

dana marshall

January 31, 2017

Our deepest condolences to the entire Bannister family. Prayers Praying Prayers

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