Grove N. Bankert, 87, of Silver Run died Saturday, December 25, 2021 at Carroll Hospital Center, Westminster. He was the husband of Constance "Connie" F. (Boyd) Bankert of Silver Run for 60 years. Born August 30, 1934 in Hanover, Grove was the son of the late Paul E. and Mary E. (Beall) Bankert. Grove was a 1954 graduate of Westminster High School and was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War. He was a supervisor and department manager for Black and Decker of Hampstead retiring in 1994 after 35 years of service. Most recently, Grove worked part time for Little's Funeral Home, Littlestown. Surviving in addition to his wife are his children, Scott D. Bankert of Silver Run, Mark D. Bankert of Littlestown, Terrie Siegman of New Oxford and Kellie Macharsky of Fairfield; his 13 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild and his brother, Richard Bankert of Westminster. Grove was a member of St. Mary's U.C.C. of Silver Run; a member and Past Commander of The American Legion Post 321 of Littlestown, VFW Post 6954, Eagles 2226 of Littlestown, Mayberry Game Protection Association and St. Mary's Cemetery Association. He coached youth softball, loved gardening, his fruit trees, camping and being with his family, especially his grandchildren. A memorial service will be announced at a later date with his pastor, The Rev. Sam Chamelin officiating. Grove will be inurned at St. Mary's Cemetery with full military honors. Contributions have been asked to go to his church at 1441 E. Mayberry Rd., Westminster, MD 21158. Online condolences may be shared on www.littlesfh.com
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My heartfelt sympathy to Connie and the family. Connie I am so thankful your children are close by to offer you comfort in your grief and to share memories .
I often think of the many weekends you and I spent at our girls softball tournaments while our husbands coached. Now they are both probably coaching the angels softball teams.
My sincere sympathy to Connie and the family. Connie I am so thankful your children are close by to be with you at this with you in your grief and to share memories.
Linda L Crawford
Friend
January 1, 2022
Mr. Bankert a wonderful and kind man. I had the pleasure of playing softball with his 2 of his daughters and he was one of our coaches. I never heard any type of negativity nor saw him get angry. The world certainly could use more Grove Bankerts. Family you are in my thought and prayers.
Kathy Duppins-Smallwood
Other
December 30, 2021
I worked with Grove at black and decker and he was my boss. Always had a toothpick in his mouth and a smile on his face. He was a good guy. My condolences to his family. Rest in peace mr Grove Bankers.
Patricia creager frock
Work
December 28, 2021
Grove, I´ll always remember you as a friend and co-worker at Black&Decker.
Rest In Peace buddy.
Al
Al Spinicchia
Work
December 28, 2021
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