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John attended Boyertown High School, Boyertown, Pennsylvania, graduating with the class of '68. Following his education, he proudly enlisted in the Army, 101st Airborne, during the Vietnam War. His service to his country was a testament to his courage and dedication. He spent a large part of his life working at Dana Corp. Pottstown, Pennsylvania and as a welder/fabricator in Oak Ridge, Tennessee and in the Pottstown, Pennsylvania area. Later he owned and operated Quality Lawn and Landscape Services INC.
John had a passion for various hobbies. He enjoyed riding Harleys, hunting, and fishing. As a certified Scuba Divemaster, training new divers allowed him to share his underwater passion. He traveled our western states, hunting and fishing, and spent many winters in Florida and the Caribbean, scuba diving and fishing. These activities allowed him to embrace his adventurous spirit and find solace in the great outdoors. He was a lifetime member of both the Reading Motorcycle Club, Oley, Pennsylvania and the South Birdsboro Archery Rod & Gun Club, Birdsboro, Pennsylvania . He attended New Salem Baptist Church in Jones Cove, Tennessee.
John will be deeply missed by his wife and soulmate of 42 years, Beth Ann Robison Banos. She will forever cherish the memories and adventures they shared and the love he brought into her life daily.
Survived by two daughters, Angela Murray (Missimer- Banos) Gilbertsville PA , and Kristen Missimer (Banos) Pottstown PA. Grandaughter Dani Heiser, of Pottstown PA and 4 precious great grandchildren. Also survived by brothers Steve Banos, Tioga PA and David Banos, Douglassville PA, sisters Marianne Wengert, Douglassville PA , Helen Hawley, Florida. Predeceased by parents Anna Hennessey Banos and Joseph Banos. Predeceased by brothers Joseph Banos , Noxen Pennsylvania, William and Richard Banos, Douglassville PA, and sister Jane Banos.
Last, but not least, he is survived by Jet and Bandit, his two faithful and most loving companions.
We mourn the loss of John A. Banos, a loving man who touched the lives of those closest to him. He lived his life to the fullest. His legacy and memory will continue to inspire us all to embrace the love of adventure, and pursue our passions.
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Marianne Banos Wengert
December 20, 2023
My brother John you were always the joker always trying to pull something on someone You were always on your toes around you always expecting something to happen. We had a lot of good times when we were younger that I won´t forget. Through the years life took us on different paths with different people . For reasons we didn´t spend much time together threw the years but you still were my brother and I prayed for you every night I know you dealt with a lot the last few years of your life I am just glad your at peace now Love you Marianne
Marilyn France
December 16, 2023
Your heart soon will be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Kristen Missimer-Banos
December 16, 2023
The phone call and seeing him on Thanksgiving Day 1991, driving down to Tennessee and going to Dollywood, taking rides on his bike with him up to RMC, going to RMC anniversary with him and riding on tractor running people to their sites, I learned a lot from my dad, I learned he was a good man and I was proud to say he was my dad. I would have liked to have more time with him he needed to show me how to weld, LOL! I remember helping him renovate the house next to his in Amity and I learned a lot from that job, in regards to complete renovations. Alot of years missed without you, alot of years with you I will never forget. The knock on Uncle Wills door was one of the happier moments and unregretable times I won't ever forget. Thanks Dad for answering the phone that day. I will miss you and Love you always.
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Donna Mason
December 15, 2023
When John took me for a ride on his Harley named the "Lady " . I have so many but this was one of my first. John is my first contact on my phone and I still can´t delete it. I would call often and speak with Beth and Join about his treatment as I mixed chemo. I will miss John but knowing that he is in Heaven and no longer suffering and in pain makes missing him easier as I know that I will see him again. Love to you Beth
Marlene Cronin
December 15, 2023
Walt and I had so many memories cruises, golfing, and the men dressing as women I will never forget those fun times. John God bless, and thank you for all the beautiful memories
Dolores Murphy
December 15, 2023
Such a beautiful tribute to my cousin John. He was a special person in my life and I loved him dearly. I took my first motorcycle ride with him. I remember him telling me to ease off my grip on him and to just relax . We shared many dinners with him and Beth. I´m crying as a write this. We spoke often about his illness and what we could do outside the
medical establishment . We tried alternative medicine which gave him some extra time I will miss our conversations and I will miss him so so much
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