​John R. Banister
​ ​(May 24, 1856 - Aug. 2, 1918)

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Marker Text: ​Missouri native John Banister left home in 1867 and came to Texas. He received training as a cowboy and participated in several cattle drives to northern markets. Banister served with his brother, Will, as a Texas Ranger and participated in the capture of outlaw Sam Bass. Other contributions to the state included his service as a railway officer, inspector for the Cattle Raisers' Association, and Coleman County sheriff. (1984)

Marker No: 2802

Grave Marker

Geographic: 31.734364,-99.312370

Location: ​Santa Anna Cemetery on FM 1176, Santa Anna