Ernie spent most of his adult life in Medfield, but grew up in Brookline, MA after immigrating from Port Rexton, Newfoundland as a child. His love and marriage to Catherine (MacDonald) Bannister meant that his heart always belonged to Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia.
Ernie was predeceased by his wife Catherine and is survived by his loving children Philip of Fort Lauderdale, FL, Jane of Falmouth and John of Medfield and their spouses Scott Murphy, Jeff Butler and Faith Bannister. His grandchildren will deeply miss him and his kind spirit always; Sam and Gus Butler and Lily, Meghan, Emma and Catherine Bannister.
The family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to all the doctors, nurses and staff for the attentive care given to Ernie at Cape Cod Senior Residences and the Thomas Upham House.
Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, January 23rd from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Nickerson- Bourne Funeral Home 40 MacArthur Blvd., Bourne, MA. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, January 24th at 10:00 AM at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne. All are welcome.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Ernie’s name to the Charity of your choice and treat yourself to a big bowl of ice cream, Ernie’s favorite.
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