BANNISTER, LOUISE – Louise Lillian Dunham Bannister, 78, of Pine Glen, passed away peacefully Sat. June 7, 2014 at the residence of her son Rodney (Elgin) after a short illness. She was the daughter of the late Samual and Lillian (Ryder) Dunham. Louise was the owner operator of Pine Glen Corner Variety and was well known for her homemade cooking, especially her homemade bread. She was a lover of animals, especially her goat Little Billy and pony Lacy and of course Little Bitty, whom she will enjoy the company of once again. She was a lover of nature and all the joys it provided to her, especially her Mountain. Louise is survived by her husband John Herman Bannister, five children; Bonnie (Graham) Lewis, Rodney (Shadie, her angel nurse), Terry, Colleen (Scott) Duffy and Ben. She is also survived by her brother, Sid, sister, Winifred Reicker, five grandchildren; Sandi, Julie, Eric, Jessica, Timberly, six great-grandchildren; Michael, Jon, David, Meghan, Ashley, Melina, step-grandson, Zac, and her great-great-grandson Grayson. Predeceased by brothers; William, Herbert, Albert, John, Ken, sister, Barbara and son-in-law Doug. Special thanks to EMN’s and Dr. Lisa Searle.
In respect to Louise’s wishes there will be no visitation or funeral service. Donations in her memory may be made to the Earth Spirit Horse Rescue, Sussex, NB, www.earthspirithorserescue.com 455-2116. Mom, Nanny, if love could have kept you here and healthy, eternity would have been found. You will be eternally loved and missed, forever and always. Arrangements entrusted to Fair Haven Funeral Home, 1177 Salisbury Road, Moncton, (506) 852-3530. A book of condolences may be signed at www.fairhavenmemorial.ca