John Paul Bannan

John Paul Bannan, a longtime resident of Long Beach, Washington, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2026, at Holy Family Hospital in Spokane, Washington, surrounded by his children. He was 88 years old.

Born on October 30, 1937, in Oakland, California, John was the son of Francis and Lycia (Ofilia-Balderi) Bannan. He grew up in San Francisco, where he attended school. Before joining the United States Navy, he spent time exploring different places and gaining new experiences. He served until his honorable discharge in 1958.

John was a carpenter by trade and spent much of his life working with his hands. He was always fixing, building, or improving something. There was nearly always another project waiting for him; finishing one often meant he was already thinking about the next.

He enjoyed music and played both the harmonica and accordion. He also collected movies and enjoyed discovering new places and making memories along the way. A man of strong opinions, John was never afraid to share them. He could be gruff and set in his ways, but those who knew him best understood that these qualities were part of the distinctive personality that made him who he was.

John is survived by his sons, Irvin and Ivan Bannan; his daughter, Erin Binder; his brother, George Bannan; and his grandchildren, Jacob Bannan, Hudson and Nora Binder. He was preceded in death by his sons, Daniel and Joel Bannan.

His family will remember him for his countless projects, love of music and travel, and unmistakable personality. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

A funeral service honoring John’s life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, August 28, 2026, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Long Beach, Washington.