WiIlie Banks gained his wings on December 5th, 2023, age of 75. He is now in heaven joining his mother, Willie Pearl Banks, and beautiful wife Maria Lopez de Banks. Willie was born in Mississippi on January 31st, 1948. He lived a very beautiful and long life, although many of us believe it was too soon to lose such a beautiful soul. As a young man he was instilled with independence and to work hard for what you need. He was a hardworking man whether it was working in the kitchen but especially walking miles to pick up his son to carry him home on his shoulders. On his life journey, he met Maria Lopez de Banks who then created the beautiful life of their son Willie Lopez. Although during their life they were separated but now they are united once again. Willie was a good father and the most amazing Grandpa. He showed his son strength, tough love, and how to be an amazing father to his children. He took pride in loving his Grandkids. Willie would walk the whole world for his grandchildren. Although separated, they know his love for them will carry in their hearts forever. He will be missed dearly, but his love will forever be carried on. Surviving members of passed: Willie is survived by his son: Willie Lopez, Daughter in Law: Hope, Grandson’s: Aaron and Adrian, Granddaughter’s: Annalysa, Alex, and Adrianna, Great-Grandchildren: Sophia and Sebastian