Francis G. "Frank" Bannister, age 55, of Drexel Hill, PA, passed away on May 6, 2017. Born in Darby, PA, he was the son of Patricia Bannister (nee DiFrancesco) and the late Francis G. Bannister.
Frank was employed at the United States Mint in Philadelphia as a Utility Systems Operator for over 20 years. He enjoyed fishing, camping, kayaking and gardening.
In addition to his mother, Frank is survived by his beloved wife, Colleen Bannister (nee Sullivan), his children Joshua Klineburger, Amy Bannister and Jessica Bannister, his grandchildren Justin and Devyn Klineburger, and his siblings Daniel (Joanne) Bannister, Karen (Michael) Armstrong, Thomas (Leila) Bannister and James Bannister. He was predeceased by his first wife, Debora Bannister.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit the family Monday, May 15, 2017 7:00-9:00 PM The Donohue Funeral Home, 8401 West Chester Pike (cor. Lynn Blvd.), Upper Darby, PA (610) 449-0300 and to his Funeral Mass Tuesday, May 16, 2017 10:30 AM Annunciation BVM Church, 401 Brookline Blvd, Havertown, PA. Interment is private.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Frank's memory to the National Parks Conservation Association, 777 6th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001 would be appreciated.