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Robert Banning Obituary
Robert Oliver Banning, son of Edmund and Inga Banning, was born in Flasher on Jan. 18, 1925, and passed away Sept. 18, 2006, in Thornton, Colo.
He left the area during World War II to serve in the U.S. Army Air Force. After serving his country, he returned to North Dakota and spent the next 41 years employed by the Northern Pacific and Burlington Northern Railroad.
He leaves his wife of 62 years, Eris Joyce; three sons and their wives, Darcy and Mary Lou, Brighton, Colo., Dana and Sun Hui, Fayetteville, N.C., and James and Donna, Roundup, Mont.; three sisters who reside in North Dakota, Corinne Scholl, Mandan, Mary Muggli, Carson, and Joann Schmidt, Valley City; and nine grandchildren, Ryan, Shayna, Sara, Silas, Aaron, Joel, Jennifer, Joseph and Sherry. The mourners also include many loving nephews and nieces and three former daughters-in-law, Kierstin, Nancy and Paula.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ed and Inga; his brothers, Francis and Marlowe; his infant twin brother; and infant twin brothers, Ronald and Donald.
Private services and interment were held at Mandan Union Cemetery on Sept. 25.
He was well loved and loved well.
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Charlotte Quill Olson
October 4, 2006
Joyce, Darcy, Dana and James,
It is not likely that any of you will remember me but perhaps remember my family. My father was the depot agent in New Leipzig when you were all in Mott. It looks to me like my Dad, C.M. Quill and Bob must have crossed paths often as my father grew up in Werner near Halliday and also was a depot agent in Flasher before I was born, around 1949. I remember James and Dana at the depot in Mott and ran into Darcy (I think) when he was trucking out of Jamestown or Fargo some time in the 70's. I remember Bob as a tall man and a calm, gentle individual. The last time I was aware of where you all were was when you moved to Jamestown. Joyce, I thought you worked at the college but since then, I have really lost track. I am very sorry for your loss. My father passed away in 1993 and I live in Bismarck with my husband and 16 year old daughter. Please feel free to get in touch. I know that Bob will be sadly missed. Blessings to you all.
Sheila Borth-Retterath
September 28, 2006
Dear Joyce, Darcy, Dana, James, and
Family. My mother (Frieda Borth) and I extend our deepest sympathy to all of you. We think it is wonderful that you had the gift of so many years together, Joyce. It must be a great comfort to you knowing that he is with our Lord.
Clark Wold
September 28, 2006
Joyce & Family: I was saddened to see in the Bismarck Tribune of the death of Robert. I remember the Banning family from their time in Regan, and when Joyce worked with me at Jamestown College. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Florence Wiege
September 28, 2006
May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace.
Roger and Isabelle Mahrer
September 27, 2006
We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Leo & Peggy Ternes
September 27, 2006
May your faith and loving memories bring you peace.
Delbert Schettler Family
September 27, 2006
May you find comfort in knowing that you loved one is resting in perfect peace with our Lord in heaven. You are all in our thoughts & prayers.
Jean Fischer and Joan Sease (Greenshields)
September 26, 2006
May you find comfort and strength in your memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Ken and Genevieve Tschider
September 26, 2006
Corrine,
Ken and I extend our sympathy to you and your brother's family.
Genevieve
Frank Ternes
September 26, 2006
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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