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Jeff BANISTER Obituary
Passed away on September 3, 2012 at the age of 55. Jeff will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Kelly, his daughters Mallary and Andrea and his son Carsen. A memorial for Jeff will be held at First Memorial Boal Chapel, 1505 Lillooet Rd, North Vancouver, BC on Monday, September 10th at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the BC Cancer Agency.
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Russell & Christina Nikiforuk
December 11, 2012
Kelly and family,
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Jeff's passing.
Both my wife, Christina, and I had the pleasure of working with Jeff at Molson's Vancouver Brewery. For a time Christina worked as Jeff's assistant and his sponsorship was instrumental in her development into a Human Resources professional, getting her start in that career path.
Jeff exuded what it took to be a great leader: humility, patience, knowledge, credibility and authenticity. To this day I am reminded of advice he gave me about always learning and trying to get better at who we are and what we do.
Please accept our heart-felt condolences.
September 24, 2012
Kelly and family, my thoughts and prayersare with you.
Mike Dale
Lesley Tuohy
September 19, 2012
I am very sorry to hear about Jeff's passing. I worked with Jeff at Molson from 2000 – 2004 and I always appreciated his leadership, humor and lightheartedness. He was very special soul and will be missed. My deepest sympathies to your family.
Michael Watt
September 18, 2012
Kelly and Family, and Mallory and Carson
We have not had the priviledge to meet Kelly and Andrea but we have just now learned about Jeff's passing. We are sad and we are very sorry for your loss.
Jeff and Mike grew up together, goofing around on Blakemanor Blvd. They were 'the best of friends' for many long years. Unfortunately Mike lost touch with Jeff some years ago, but the wonderful memories of childhood will live on.
Sincerely,
Michael and Nancy Watt & Family
Scarborough, Ontario
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Al and Bonnie Archibald
September 16, 2012
Kelly , Andrea and family,
Bonnie and I were devastated upon hearing of Jeff's passing. Please accept our apologies for not attending Jeff's service as we just completed our move back to Winnipeg. I always enjoyed being around Jeff and learned so much about what it takes to be a great leader from him. My memories from our sailing adventures are especially vivid as Jeff seemed to be so much in his element when out on the water.Our hearts go out to you in this most difficult of times.
Frost Dave
September 16, 2012
Kelly, please accept our most sincere and deepest sympathy on your loss. The news of Jeff's passing has left me with such a deep sense of shock. Jeff was a great friend, as he also was to so many. I remember with such fond memories our early days at ‘Carlings', when I worked so closely with Jeff… long days and those many evenings over wings and rum and coke… such good times, and now such a tragic loss. Those memories will live with me forever. Thanks Jeff and God bless.
Dave.
Marily and Richard Whaley
September 12, 2012
Dear Kelly, Mallory, Andrea, Carsen, Norma and Jean,
We'll think of Jeff always with love in our hearts for this very special friend who left us all too soon.
Love, Marilyn and Richard
Ken Garbutt
September 12, 2012
Kelly, Mallary, Andrea and Carson
Sincere condolences on your loss from my family and I.
I really enjoyed the short time I spent with him the last time I was out in BC.
I am lost for words that can fill any voids. Simply put, Jeff will be sadly missed by his friends. Jeff was Jeff.
Hameed Jagani
September 11, 2012
Kelly and Family,
Words can't express how saddened I am to hear of your loss. I had the opportunity to work with Jeff at JD Sweid for a number of years and I have the utmost respect for him. Jeff was a great mentor and a fantastic friend; he will be truly missed.
Jamie Falcao
September 10, 2012
Kelly and Family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Celebrating a life well lived is what I will remember most about Jeff. I will cherish the memories forever. He will always live in our hearts. I have very fond business and personal dealings with Jeff and remember he was rarely upset and always remember his pleasant outlook in life. It was a pleasure to have known him.
Jamie
September 10, 2012
Dear Kelly and Family,
We are sad to hear of Jeff's death. How very sad for you and yours. We hold you up in our prayers for peace, comfort and the convidence in knowing ALL our good memories come forth. We send along our prayer for Peace , Lovingly Marion and Brian Cole, Bolton, On.
Mike Collins
September 9, 2012
Carsen,
On behalf of all your friends here at UW, I'd like to extend our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Mike
Steve McLaughlin
September 9, 2012
Dear Kelly, our heartfelt and deepest sympathy to you, Andrea, Carson, and Mallory on your loss. Jeff was a great friend, a tremendous business leader and mentor too many. I feel a deep sense of loss on the news of Jeff's passing - like losing a big brother, yet I am so greatful for having had the privledge to know him and count him as a friend. I'm sure no words can comfort you adequately at this time, but let your grief be accompanied with the thought that Jeff sits in heaven constructing the best garlic bread & chicken wing emporium for he and his friends - it will be a packed house. Save me a chair Jeff.
September 8, 2012
Kelly,
On behalf of my family I want to say I am sorry for your loss. I spent a lot of time with Jeff during my years at JD Sweid and we always had a good laugh on a daily basis. It is one thing I will surely remember of Jeff.
Take care.
Alfonso Crescenzo
Robert Lumb
September 8, 2012
Dear Kelly:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on your loss.
I have so many great memories of Jeff and our times together at Carlings. There was no better friend than Jeff. He was always there for you through the good times and bad and his friendship never waivered.
Ralph and I were hoping to get together with Jeff this summer but unfortunately we were not blessed
with the opportunity.
This is a very sad day for me as I am sure it is for you and your family. Jeff was a wonderful man and loved by all those that he touched during his lifetime.
My thoughts and prayers are with you
and his children Mallary, Andrea and Carsen.
God Bless,
Bob
Ron Wasik
September 8, 2012
Kelly,
Jeff and I worked together at JD Sweid. He was a wonderful person to work for and also a personal friend. After retiring, Jeff and I would get together every few months for breakfast or lunch. We would chat about work and family life. We were hoping to get together in September after I got back from vacation. Jeff's passing isn't what I had expected to happen.
My deepest sympathy goes out to you and the family.
Sincerely,
Ron Wasik
Ian Stevenson
September 8, 2012
Dear Kelly,
Please accept my hearfelt condolences on your loss of Jeff. He was the best boss I ever had and allowed me numerous opportunities. I trust you have support for your next journey,
Peace Be With You.
Ian..........
September 8, 2012
Kelly.
So sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. Lots of good memories from Etobicoke and of you too. My best wishes to you and your family.
Clive
September 7, 2012
Kelly
Sorry to hear about Jeff. Had known him from the time he joined the Etobicoke plant. Always liked and admired him.
Ravi 905 230 4611
Larry Boughton
September 7, 2012
Kelly and family,
My thoughts have been with you this week and I am sure it must be extremely difficult.
It's taken me back in time to when my Dad hired Jeff at DuPont and I worked for him as a summer student before starting university. Then we connected in the beer business and worked together for many years.
He was a smart, energetic man who would always find time for a laugh.
Please be as strong as you can be.
Kathy Baldry
September 5, 2012
Kelly and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. All our love...
Kathy, Keith, Sarah and Lucy xoxoxo
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