Hazel Betty Banman
Obituary
BOULDER, Colo. — Hazel Betty Banman, 95, long-time resident
of Newton and most recently of Boulder, Colo., passed away Saturday, March 17,
2012. She was born on May 10, 1916, in Ellsworth, Kan., to Edward N. and Hazel
Fay Bornschein.
Mrs. Banman was preceded in death by her loving husband of
nearly 60 years, Anton Banman. The couple met at Newton High School, and were
married in 1941. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. John (Mari) Matson, of
Idaho Springs, Co., a son, John M. Banman, of Erie, Co.; a nephew, Mark
Bornschein, of Ft. Lupton, Colo., four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren,
and numerous other friends and family.
While living in Newton, Mrs. Banman sewed professionally and
was active in the Presbyterian Church, two great passions throughout her
life. Over the years, she also
especially enjoyed preparing special meals for family gatherings, as well as
gardening. Perhaps most of all, family members will remember her bright and
optimistic personality, and her enduring zest for life. After moving to Denver,
Colo., in 1965, she worked as a dental office manager but always appreciated
time spent at the family cabin near Nederland, Colo. She also traveled to
favorite vacation spots throughout the state, where she and her husband often
fished and camped in an RV. During the last decade of her life, Mrs. Banman
lived independently at Golden West Manor, a senior residence in Boulder, where
she enjoyed many activities with close friends.
Graveside services are planned Monday, March 26, at 12 noon,
at Ft. Logan National Cemetery, Denver, Colo. Mrs. Banman's family suggests
that contributions be made in her memory to the charity of the donor's choice.
