Name: Calling hours for JON J. BANIK
Start: 2016-03-20T18:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-03-20T22:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Peters Catholic Church

Jon J. Banik, 66, of Wellsboro, passed away Thursday, March 17, 2016, at the Green Home Inc., Wellsboro.
He was born April 4, 1949, in Wellsboro, the son of John and Caroline Tarszowicz Banik.
A graduate of Mansfield University, Jon was a food management professional and worked 50 years in the food service industry as owner of the Log Cabin and Trapper John's BBQ Restaurant, and, in the past 26 years, as a salesman for Keck's Food Service. He was a life member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, where he served on Parish Council, and was a member of the Knights of Columbus and Guardians of the Redeemer. He was a member, past president, and Melvin Jones Fellow at the Wellsboro Lions Club, a member of the Nessmuk Rod & Gun Club, served as chairman and was a 20 plus year member of the Charleston Township Municipal Authority. Jon was a dedicated member of the NRA and was named Pennsylvania volunteer of the year in 2015.
He is survived by three sisters and brothers-in-law, Barbara and John Rogan of Carbondale, Jane and Dennis Berkey of Lewistown, Mary and Danny Hutchison of Purcellville, Va.; a brother and sister-in-law, Joseph and Tracy Banik of Ephrata; a special friend, Patricia Gorda of Wellsboro; nine nieces and nephews, Jennifer Algayer, Daniel Rogan, Kathleen Prushinski, Matthew Rogan, Teresa Paravati, Joshua Berkey, Caroline Rice, Adam Hutchison, Katie Banik; several great-nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Central Ave., Wellsboro on Monday, March 21, at 9:30 a.m., with Fr. David Bechtel, celebrant. Burial followed in St Peter's Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jon's memory may be directed to the Wellsboro Chamber of Commerce 114 Main St. #1 Wellsboro, Pa. 16901. A service of Gary Wilston Funeral Home & Cremation Service 130 S. Main St. Mansfield.

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Published by The Wellsboro Gazette from Mar. 18 to Mar. 28, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for JON BANIK

11 Entries

Dawn Bell

March 29, 2016

Jon was my neighbor and always enjoyed when we had a visit at his home . Mark stopped and they talked of guns and hunting . May you rest in peace.

March 28, 2016

Have always considered Jon a part of my family since his brother Joe is married to my niece I remember visiting with Jon almost every Christmas he would spend several days with Joes family and he would share his diffeent Christmas drinks and story's of the Banik childhood what a beautiful family to have been lucky enough to spend time with it seems that Jon and the Banik girls were always present at special occasions or times of sorrow rest in peace Jon Banik you will be missed not only by your family but very much by Aunt Sandy

Terry Tolerico

March 22, 2016

May the Lord grant Jon eternal rest in heaven. May his family find peace knowing his pain and suffering are over. May he rest in peace.

Mills family

March 22, 2016

May our Heavenly Father who sees your pain of hearts tears flow give you needed strength to endure during this most difficult time. Psalms 22;19.

March 22, 2016

May our Heavenly Father who sees your pain of hearts

Bill & Jean Kilmer

March 20, 2016

I have known Jon since the early 1970's. We worked together for Nessmuk R&G and in later years the NRA . He was a friendly energetic person always with a goal in mind. Through the years we became very good friends. He will be greatly missed by the many organizations that benefited from his commitment. He will also be missed by his many friends. Deepest sympathy to the family. Rest in peace dear friend.

Stan Dragovich

March 19, 2016

I only met John several years ago at the coffee shop with Cliff cole. John later sponsored me in the Lions club. We became good friends a spent much time discussing local and national affairs. I called John almost every week in the Green home and he always said I'm ok, very seldom did he ever complain. I will miss him greatly. Prayers to his family.

John White

March 19, 2016

Sorry to hear the loss of Jon, he was a classmate many years ago it seems,, Gods Speed old Friend.

John Reese

March 19, 2016

A very kind and wonderful friend that will be missed. Deepest sympathy to the entire family.

Gina Brown

March 19, 2016

To my dear cousins and Pat ~
Johnny will be greatly missed, I remember all the hard work and cooking he did for our family reunion's, those were the good old days. When I think of Johnny, I think about how much I admired his faith and love of his family and friends. May God bless his soul and grant him eternal peace, he is in a much better place with all our family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy and all my love.

Deb Sherman

March 18, 2016

Everyone at Eddie's Restaurant will miss Jon.
He was more than our favorite salesman, he was an adviser and a very good customer.
We send our deepest sympathy to all.
Butch and Deb Sherman

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