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Brent S Banner

Aug. 31, 1960 - Jul. 31, 2024

Date of Service: Aug. 12, 2024

HEYBURN – Brent S Banner was born August 31, 1960, at the Cottage Hospital in Burley, Idaho. He was the sixth and last child born to Golden Leo and Helen Wilma Stoddard Banner.

Brent’s life was filled with family, work and play. He started work at the tender age of three helping his father and brothers lift bricks to build the family home that was his home until his death. He assisted this father working on family vehicles, learning the value of hard labor.

He graduated from Minico High School and subsequently served in the Florida Tampa Mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Upon completion of his missionary service he attended Ricks College, in Rexburg, where he studied welding. In 1984, he joined the United States Navy as a machinist mate working with oxygen systems on nuclear submarines. In 1995, he left the service in Hawaii and returned home to help his mother, Helen, who was struggling with her health following her retirement. He joined his oldest brother, Milton, driving long-haul trucks until it proved necessary to have more time at home. He then worked for Circle A Trucking and Transsystems LLC as a local truck driver until an opportunity became available to work at IMCO-Idaho as a welder, manufacturing various types of trailers. He truly enjoyed the camaraderie with the men he worked with.

Brent loved family. Growing up in his family included hunting, fishing and family reunions. He continued participating in the yearly family reunions of extended family and counted many of his cousins as friends, as well as relatives. He was a favorite of countless members of the family as he participated in various games. Even as he entered into the level of being in the oldest surviving generation, he jumped in enjoying all those around. He never had the blessings of parenthood so he filled that void with loving extended family.

He loved being a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In 2015, he accepted a call to serve as a temple worker. He fulfilled his role on the early Saturday morning shift arising at 3 a.m. to prepare and to open the Twin Falls Temple for other workers. With rare exception, he was there weekly until the last two weeks prior to his death. Receiving a name tag as a service missionary for the temple was an honor and he wore it proudly, even while serving as the ward music director. His bass voice was a staple in the thriving Heyburn 1st Ward choir.

Brent passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, July 31, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and an older sister, Julie.

He leaves behind his oldest brother, Milton L (Kathleen) Banner; a sister, Bertha M Shaw; two additional brothers, Leslie S (Elva Jo) Banner and Mark S (Melissa) Banner; 14 nieces and nephews; and 24 great-nieces and great-nephews.

The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 12, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Heyburn 1st Ward, located at 530 Villa Dr., in Heyburn, where a family and friends will be received from 10 until 10:45 a.m. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Heyburn. Military rites will be provided by the Mini-Cassia Veterans Group.

A live webcast of the Funeral Service will be available and maintained at the following link: https://youtu.be/I7Afg1J88Xc.

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From Diann Beckham- Smith:

I was shocked and saddened to learn of Brent’s passing. My heartfelt condolences to you all. Brent made me feel welcome from the moment I moved to Rupert and visited the singles nights. He made me laugh and not take myself too seriously. I will miss seeing him Saturday mornings at the temple desk. His hugs were so genuine you felt them to your bones.
He will be missed.

From Ronald A Stoddard:

Dear Banner family. What a shock to learn of Brent's death. He was an amazing man who truly loved the Lord, Family, Friends and Fellow Men. Please know of our love for him and for all of you. We continue to pray for the comfort of the Holy Ghost for you at this difficult time in your life.

From Annette B Summers :

Sending my love to you all.
Brent and I were at Rick's college the same freshman year.
I was glad he was there too. It was fun to have a cousin on campus to bump into.
Brent was a warm genuine person.
He had a wonderful smile and always quick witted.
If I'm not there in person (we have had sone illness the ladt couple if days) I will be with you through the miracle of zoom.
Love you all so much,
Annette B Summers

From Kevan Bessire:

From all the employees at Interstate Manufacturing Inc. (IMCO) please receive our heartfelt condolences for your loss. Brent has been one of those rare employees that without fail was at work every day (30 minutes early) doing his best all day long. We could not have ask for a better employee and friend. We will all miss his cheery temperament and one liners. To Brent we say…CARRY ON!

From Idaho State Veterans Cemetery Blackfoot:

Rest in peace with honor and gratitude for your service.

From Jill Banner Crowther:

We have many great memories with your family and love them very much. I was happy to see he loved serving in the temple. What a beautiful place to spend your time. So sad to loose an amazing family member. We are serving a mission in Pennsylvania at the priesthood restoration site. Love you all.

From Jim Sandman:

Dear family and friends of Brent,
On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans, we offer our sincere condolences at Brent´s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are always saddened whenever a fellow "Bubblehead" departs on Eternal Patrol. He served with honor in the U.S. Submarine Force.
To our "Brother-of-the-Phin" we say, "Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. Fair Winds and Following Seas." Thank you for your service to our country.
To the family... "may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way. The Lord be with you." 2 Thessalonians 3:16 (ESV).
Jim Sandman, FTC(SS) Ret,
National Chaplain, USSVI.
www.jimsandman.com

From Carol and Charles:

Les and Elva and family! We love you and bless you with prayer, comfort, and love. We are always here for you. Love, Charles and Carol

From Nonnie Osterhout Johnston:

Les and Elva Jo. I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for all of you.

From Jane (Son) Nichol:

My heart felt condolences to Brent’s family. We grew up together. May he rest in peace.

From Zena Rae Bench:

Leslie and Elva Jo, I'm sorry for your loss. Sending prayers your way. Love you.

From Rob Hambleton:

I went to school with Brent and lived right down the street growing up. Brent was always quiet and pleasant -- and I'm sure was a wonderful and supportive person as he lived his life. Condolences and love to his family and friends.

From Rob and Susan Lloyd:

Leslie, Elva Jo and family. Sorry for your loss. Please accept our sympathies.

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