John Joseph Bannister

John Bannister, 65, passed away on December 17, 2020 from heart failure with his kids and sister by his side.

John was born September 28, 1955 in Port Townsend, Washington to Lisette and John Joseph "Jack" Bannister. After stints in St. Helens, Oregon and Antioch, California he graduated from Santa Cruz High in 1975. John was a craftsman and had a successful hardwood flooring company for many years.

John was a funny, simple, sometimes grumpy but loving guy. He was a blessing to have at all of our family gatherings, where the dogs and cats would stalk him for a hidden treat. He loved his cats Paddle Foot, Moon-Moon, and his old pal Puffed Wheat.

John was preceded in death by his younger sister, Kathryn Ann "Katy" Bannister. He leaves behind his son John Jr. (Lindsey), granddaughter Quinn, stepchildren Gregory and Allie, brother Tom (Genise), sister Mary (Rick), niece Lisette (Andrew), great niece Penelope, and nephew Joey.

His family thanks his gang of friends at the Stag Hotel in Watsonville for giving him comradery and lots of professional sports games to enjoy together, and to Edelmira "Edie" Mendoza who cared for him during some difficult times. Donations in John's memory can be made to Pajaro Valley Loaves and Fishes, 150 2nd Street, Watsonville, 95076.

Arrangements have been entrusted in the care of Carroll Family of Ave Maria Memorial Chapel in Watsonville, www.avemariamemorialchapel.com.

Published in The Pajaronian · January 15, 2021