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James Bannon Obituary
Bannon, James Raymond October 16, 2008, age 75, late of Crete, Formerly of Homewood, beloved Husband of Patricia Ruth Bannon (nee Kern), dear father of Kimberly (Timothy) Hamilton and the late Thomas J. Bannon, cherished grandfather of Robert Bannon, Nicholas, Emily, Daniel, Melanie, Natalie and Olivia Hamilton, loving brother of Patricia (Russ) Bensley, survived by 6 nieces and nephews. Member of Crete Lodge # 763 A.F. & A.M. Worthy Patron of Neighbor Lodge # 1025 O.E.S. Owner of Bannon Floor Coverings. Resting at the Tews Funeral Home, 18230 S. Dixie Hwy. Homewood, Sunday, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Lying-in-state Monday at the First Presbyterian Church of Homewood, 17929 Gottschalk Ave., Homewood, from 10:30 a.m. until the time of services at 11:30 a.m. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. 708-798-5300 
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Kent Noorlag
March 31, 2009
Dear Pat and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Jim was my best baseball coach, I will always remember the opportunity he gave me to play and work for him.
Joanne Mathieu
January 12, 2009
Dear Pat,
I am so sorry for your loss.
I guess being gone from the area for ten years made me forget to check in. I did not know Jim had died.
He was a lovely man, and his work was equally good, both in our office and our home.
Please accept my late, but sincere, condolences.
Roy Kentish
October 26, 2008
To Pat Bannon and Family,
Truly sorry for your loss. Jim and I would always trade jokes when we saw each other. You and Jim were so gracious to let me fish with my friends at "Bull Head Lake" on your farm.
Roy Kentish
Harry & Brenda Dohman
October 22, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We'll remember the good times we spent together. We'll miss that twinkle in his eye, his jokes, and that ready smile.
James Bannon
October 22, 2008
Liz Collins
October 21, 2008
Am so sorry to hear about Mr. Bannon. He was always so great to work with and had a twinkle in his eye and a bounce to his step. His cheery nature will be sorely missed.
Lynn & Marcia Boezeman
October 20, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. We shared Jim's love & knowledge of horses and carriages. He will be missed.
Pat Essary & Jean Welsh
October 20, 2008
Jim will be missed by the members of the Carriage & Sleigh Association of Northwest Indiana. He was a beloved and active member for many years.
Dave Wolken
October 20, 2008
My most sincere condolences on your loss. Jim was a great guy and will be sorely missed as a prominent Homewood businessperson.
Laura Ogren
October 18, 2008
Our Family was so saddened to see you have lost another loving member of your family. What a remarkable man and good friend to my mother and father..Dr. Jean Paul and Lillian Jacobi. Our deepest sympathies...John,Laura,Jeannette,Paul & Abby Ogren
From the Staff of Tews Funeral Home
October 17, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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