of Conway, AR
February 24, 1948 - November 1, 2023
Willard Jeffery Wilbanks, 75, of Conway went to be with the Lord on November 1, 2023. He was born February 24, 1948 in Batesville, Arkansas to the late Frances Mildred and Willard Corbin Wilbanks, Jr. Willard was proud to be a U.S. Air Force Veteran. He retired from the Corps of Engineers after 40 years. Willard attended Second Baptist Church in Conway, AR. He was a loving husband and father and a devoted "Poss" to his granddaughter. Willard was an intelligent man and a jokester that was always willing to help others and fight for the underdog. He was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Barbara Wilbanks; daughters, Leslie Wilbanks and Lindsey (Brian) Woodruff; granddaughter, Hazel Woodruff; brothers, James (Sandy) Wilbanks, David (MaryDell) Wilbanks and sister, Olivia (James) Young.
A Memorial will be held at 11:00AM on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock, Arkansas.
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14 Condolence(s)
Sharon and Jim Patton
Monday, November 13, 2023
We will truly miss Jeff. We worked together many years. He was a great boss and better friend. Will miss having lunch at Woolly Hollow. Barbara, we hope to see you soon.
Olivia Hines Whittaker
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Jeff will be missed and lovingly remembered. I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
Glynda Osborn
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Enjoyed working with him at the Corps of Engineers. He was pleasant and had a sense of humor. Condolences go out to you and your family. May God bless you.
Micah Pryor
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Ms. Barbara, Leslie, and Lindsey, I am so sorry for your loss! You all are in my prayers. Love you so much!
Paula Mcgary
Monday, November 6, 2023
Thinking of you Barbara, Lindsey, Leslie, family and friends…..prayers are lifted for comfort during these days.
Melissa Jackson
Monday, November 6, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. Jeff was such a good friend, mentor and all around person. He was the first one who greeted me with the Corps of Engineers 20 years ago. I still kept contact with him. I will miss him so much. RIP my friend
Agnes McKinney
Sunday, November 5, 2023
Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Paulette Womack
Sunday, November 5, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and the girls in the weeks and months ahead.
Afton and Barbara Simmons
Saturday, November 4, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in our prayers.
Rod Garner
Saturday, November 4, 2023
Condolences. Prayers for the family.
Robert Toney
Saturday, November 4, 2023
May you rest in peace my dear friend, and my condolences to your entire family.
Elaine Coats
Friday, November 3, 2023
My deepest condolences to your family. Jeff was the kindest man. I wore with him at the Corps. Praying for your family.
Gena Fielder
Friday, November 3, 2023
My husband and I are both retired from the Corps of Engineers and had the pleasure of knowing Jeff. My husband worked in the same office with him for several years. We are saddened to hear of his passing and will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Lanis Daniel
Friday, November 3, 2023
Worked with Jeff many years. He was very helpful.