Robert Banta

Robert Banta obituary, Franklin, NJ

Robert Banta

Robert Banta Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ferguson-Vernon Funeral Home, Inc. - Vernon on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Robert C. Banta, age 75 of Vernon, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7th, 2025, at the Milford Manor in West Milford. Born in Franklin to the late Charles C. and Elizabeth (Smith) Banta, Robert grew up there and in Hamburg before settling in Vernon. Robert enlisted in the US Army in the 1970's and following his service, became a postal policeman for the US Postal Service in Newark. Robert loved the outdoors and anything to do with sports; especially hunting, fishing, soccer, baseball, and bowling. Predeceased by his parents, Robert is survived by his loving wife Patricia (Andrus) Banta; son Robert Banta; brothers Ronald, Gary, and Andrew Banta; and his sister, Nancy Barbieri; as well as his many beloved nieces and nephews. A memorial visitation for Robert will be held on Sunday, September 21st, 2025, from 12-2PM at the Ferguson-Vernon Funeral Home, (One Vanderhoof Court for GPS) 241 Route 94, Vernon, NJ 07462. A service will take place at 1:30PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the National Rifle Association (nra.org). Online condolences may be offered through fergusonfuneralhomesnj.com
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