Ian Stephen (Maj, ret) Banyard
June 19, 2012
1931 – 2012
Ian passed away at home, family and pets by his side, after a long, heroic battle with cancer on Tuesday, June 19th, 2012. Loving husband to Joanne, beloved father to Jacquie, Rick, Karen and Rob and beloved step-father to Storm and Shelley. Ian was also grandfather to 10 grandchildren and had 13 great-grandchildren. Ian was born in England and served with the RAF before moving to Canada in 1955 to serve with the RCAF. He had a long, outstanding career as a pilot, both military and civilian, traveling to more than 85% of the world’s countries. He had many hobbies and interests including golf, tennis, curling and duplicate bridge. He will be sadly missed by his wife and family. In accordance with Ian’s wishes, there will not be a service. Donations may be made in his name to either the Children’s Wish Foundation or an animal rescue group of your choice.
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I had the great pleasure of getting to know Ian and Joanne over the last three years. Always a pleasure chatting to Ian about many things. He was a very intelligent man and left no stone unturned in his quest to battle the illness that claimed his life. He had great care at home in his last weeks and I am glad he is at peace now. His family(pets included), will miss Ian. I wish you peace as you travel forward. Sincerely Heather Brandt RN
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All our sympathies go to Joanne and all Ians; family ,Ian was the kindest most gentle man ,Ihave known ,and I am very proud to call him my cousin ,but more than that ,he was the very best friend along with his wife Joanne, a human could possibly have ,.He will be sadly missed by all who knew him .My love to Joanne ,Alma & Rai. xxxxx
~ Alma Fisher Cousin to Ian;