James W. Bannister 83, of DeKalb died Wednesday, March 26, 2014 at Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb. He was born May 17, 1930 in DeKalb and was the son of Charles W. and Esther (Lindeberg) Bannister.

James graduated from DeKalb Township High School class of 1948. James served in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He lived in DeKalb his whole life and worked as an Iron Worker with Local 393 before retiring in 1992. He enjoyed fishing, bowling, and golfing. He was a member of the VFW Post #2287 in DeKalb.

Survivors include four children Kathy Kivisto of Polo, Jeff Bannister of DeKalb, Patsy (Steve) Walley of DeKalb and Hope (Kevin) Donley of Montgomery, IL. Five grandchildren; Josh, Jessica, Jennifer, Kevin, and Alyssa. Six great grandchildren; Olivia, Maya, Kayla, Elijah, Addilyn and Emily and one brother Ronald Bannister. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister Dolores (Hart) Turk, brothers George and Charles. An infant sister; Karen, step-son Ricky Bennett and son-in-law Kevin Kivisto.

Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2014 at 11:00am at Immanuel Lutheran Church 511 Russell Rd DeKalb, IL with Pastor Ray Krueger officiating. Burial will be immediately following the service at Fairview Park Cemetery in DeKalb with full military honors by the DeKalb VFW, American Legion, and AmVets. Visitation will be held Saturday, March 29, 2014 at 9:00am until the time of service at the church. Memorials can be made to the family to be established at a later date. To send an online condolence visit: www.ronanmoorefinch.com. Arrangements were entrusted to Ronan-Moore-Finch Funeral Home 310 Oak St. DeKalb, IL 60115 815-758-3841.

Service:
Saturday, March 29, 2014

11:00am

Immanuel Lutheran Church
Visitation:
Saturday, March 29, 2014

9:00 - 11:00am

Immanuel Lutheran Church