14.05.2012
Jim Banner RIP
We have heard the sad news today of the death of a Jim Banner a heavy crane operator in the UK.
Banner spent most of his career with Baldwins Crane Hire, his death comes after battle with a long illness. In the words of someone who knew him well:
“He was a respected and professional crane operator, a larger than life character and one of the best operators in the UK. A sad loss to the crane industry.”
All those who would like to pay their respects are invited to attend.
the funeral, which will take place at 14:00 on Wednesday 23rd May at Bournemouth Crematorium
Strouden Avenue,
Bournemouth, BH8 9HX
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Matty Wills
RIP Jimmy, a good friend. We had loads of laughs together especially sharing a transit van working away for Baldwins. I will miss you Buddy and will never forget you. Our love and thoughts are with Freida and family. xx
Bernie
RIP James, Best mentor any trainee crane driver could wish for.
Could not have asked for a better mate, on or off the cranes.
A privilege to have known and worked with you.
My thought are with the family
Anton
Anton
A pleasure to known and worked with jim such a barrel of
laughs
My thoughts to the family RIP JIM
Bryan Cronie
A big big man, a character and a proud man. I certainly have very fond memories of Jim during our days when we worked together at Baldwins. My thoughts are with the family, farewell Big Man. Bryan Cronie. Singapore
John
Jims wife has asked me today to say please dont send flowers there will be a collection for the Macmillan Unit at Christchurch and all donations will be greatly received
spit
a great alegend and good friend , will be sadly missed R.I.P jim
John
I have been asked by Jims Wife to inform those who wish to attend. That the funeral will take place on Wednesday 23rd May 2012
at Bournmouth Cremetoriam at 2.00pm
May you rest in peace Jim, I had many fond memories working with you erecting and dismantling tower cranes, top operator, giant of a man and such a character.You shall never be forgotten.My deepest sympathy to your family.
StevieP
Steven Peggs
May 14th 2012
My thoughts are with all of Jim's family at this time of need.
I have known Jim since I was around 10 years old as he and my Dad worked together for many many years and in doing so became close family friends.
He is a person larger than life and had a reputation to match thoughout the crane hire industry.
That is one pair of boots that I doubt will ever be filled.
A true gentle giant and legend that will be sadly missed.
R.I.P Jim, I'm proud of knowing you and being able to call you a friend.
John
RIP my old mate, as we all agree once seen never forgotten,and his favourite saying " scoose me mate do you smoke"
A professional crane operator in every sense of the word.
John Spillings
Joe Lawrence
RIP Jim - My dad was Jims best man and he was a family friend from way back.
Such a loss to the crane industry, he will be missed greatly. Our thoughts are with Jims family at this sad time.
Lisa, Dave and Joe Lawrence
alex glover
So sad to hear that one of the best characters in the crane industry has died. Where ever he worked he will always be remembered as one of the best drivers with a great sense of humour. I remember many good jobs we have done together over the past 35 years and he will be greatly missed. My kindest regards to all his family at this sad time. Alex Glover, Terranova.