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JOSEPH BANNON Obituary
Of Watertown, April 8, 2013. Beloved husband of the late Margaret M. (O'Dowd). Devoted father of Dennis J. of Boston, Peter A. of Stow, Mark W. of Middleton, Michael F. and his wife Lori of Watertown and the late Paul R. Bannon. Loving grandfather of Joey, Emma, Patrick and Sean Bannon. Dear brother of the late William and Robert Bannon Joanne McGrath and Ruth Hickey. Funeral from the MacDonald, Rockwell & MacDonald Funeral Home at 270 Main St., WATERTOWN on Saturday at 8:00 A.M. followed by a Funeral Mass at 9:00 O'clock in the Church of St. Luke's, 132 Lexington St., Belmont. Relatives and friend kindly invited. Visiting Hours Friday 4-8 PM. Interment Ridgelawn Cemetery. Retired Assistant Headmaster, Watertown High School. US Navy Veteran WW II & Korea. Memorial's in Joseph's memory may be made to the Paul R. Bannon Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Headmaster, Watertown High School, 50 Columbia Rd., Watertown, MA 02472.
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Memories and Condolences
for JOSEPH BANNON
Francis O'Coonnell
July 1, 2019
I just learned of Mr. Bannon passing away. He was my woodwork teacher at WHS 1962-65. He always encouraged me to try new things and taught me so very much as to what is right and wrong. He gave me a great deal of confidence by letting me adjust the power tool equipment in the woodwork shop. He was the first person who ever referred to me as Frankie. He encouraged me to go to college-specifically Wentworth Institute. His encouragement and support were very important to me during those years and I carry that encouragement with me to this day. Francis O'Connell Class of 1965.
Susan & Tony Tropeano
April 17, 2013
My deepest sympathy and our prayers are with you and your family.
John Napolitano
April 17, 2013
To the sons of Joe, go my deepest sympathy for your loss. Your dad was one of my first administrators as a new teacher at WHS, and he always treated me fairly and with respect--- a true professional and a genuinely "nice guy". He will be missed.
Marilyn Hollisian
April 12, 2013
My deepest sympathies to the Bannon Family upon the passing of a wonderful man. He was a true professional and a dedicated colleague.
April 12, 2013
I remember Mr.Bannon at WHS. Great guy, my condolences. We'd kid about our last names, Eileen O'Bannon, class 1970.
Bill/Brenda Doran
April 12, 2013
We are sorry to hear of Joe's death.
Our love and prayers to his sons.
Ed Deveau
April 12, 2013
Peter, Dennis, Mark and Michael,
My prayers are with you and your entire family. Your Dad was a wonderful man and great leader in the community.
Warren Tolman
April 12, 2013
Joe Bannon was one of the finest people I interacted with during my years in the Watertown Schools. As a mentor to many students, he knew when to push a student, when to discipline someone and when to tread lightly.
I am at The Masters with my son so I cannot make the services. While I wish I could be with his great family, I also know that Joe, as an avid golfer, would definitely approve!
April 11, 2013
Peter,
Whenever there was an O'Dowd family reunion or O'Dowd wedding in Montreal, who would always be one of the first people to confirm – Margaret and Joe Bannon. We have many happy memories of your parents attending functions that required traveling to Montreal.
Uncle Joe would sit back and give the floor to your mother when she'd be around her brothers & sisters. Uncle Joe would smile and you could tell that he was happy that he was making Aunt Margaret happy.
Jane Doran - Sharon, Ontario
Peter, Mark, Michael and Dennis – our thoughts are with you and your families.
Dave Camposano
April 11, 2013
To my best friend Peter and all the Bannon family, the Camposano's will have you in their thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. God bless...
Susan Cole and Family
April 11, 2013
As a Watertown High School graduate, as a Watertown teacher, as a neighbor, and as a friend, please accept my sympathy at the passing of your Father. May the memories you hold of all of your family members, past and present, give you comfort during this difficult time.
Bernard O'Dowd
April 11, 2013
I wish to express my sincere sympathy to the family of Joe, we have lost a great member of our extended family and my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Michael McDermott
April 11, 2013
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I had the great pleasure of working with your father at WHS.
Brenda O'Dowd Cairns
April 11, 2013
My most sincere sympathies to the entire Bannon family on your loss of Uncle Joe. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
April 11, 2013
We send our prayers to the Bannon family at this time. May Joe rest in peace!
The family of Frank McDonald, late of Watertown
High School Guidance Department
Sam Nasr
April 10, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go to you my friends and to all the family. Joe RIP.
Jen Nestor
April 10, 2013
Mark, my sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Jan O'Neill
April 10, 2013
Mark, my heartfelt sympathy at the passing of your father. I hope you are comforted by the prayers of many in honor of your father and all those who meant so much to him.
Celeste Lee
April 10, 2013
Mark, I hope that you and your family can find some comfort in the wonderful memories of your Dad, remember his strength and resilience, and know that his family brought him so much joy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kathy Helliwell
April 10, 2013
Dennis, Peter, Mark & Michael,
Uncle Joe will be missed and was much loved. He was such an honerable man. I have many fond memories of spending time with both Joe & Margaret at your home in Watertown that will be treasured. Best wishes to you all.
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