Obituary of Evelyn C. Banach

Palmer-Evelyn C. Banach (Bisnette), 98, passed away September 19, 2023, at her daughter's home. Born in Belchertown on October 18, 1924, she was the daughter of Clarence and Bertha (Williamson) Bisnette. Evelyn grew up in Belchertown on her family farm and enjoyed farming with her father, milking cows and horseback riding. At the age of 18, she moved to Palmer. For over 25 years, Evelyn worked as a machine operator at Tambrands in Three Rivers, MA. In her leisure, she enjoyed bingo and going to clam bakes along with traveling with her sister, Gert and cousin, Carol. Her travels took her to Europe along with more local destinations with the Senior Center bus trips. In 1983, she was predeceased by her husband of 37 years, Frank, and her memory will be cherished by her daughters, Diane Dubuque with whom she lived, and Charlene Czech and her husband Norman of Three Rivers. Evelyn also leaves five grandchildren, William, Jason, Erick, Frank and Jillian along with seven great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her 9 siblings, and son-in-law, William Dubuque. Visitation will be Saturday, September 23 from 9:30-11 a.m. at the Beers & Story Palmer Funeral Home with a service to begin at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in St. Thomas Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Palmer Food Share, 39 Walnut St, Palmer, MA 01069.