Willbanks, William “Bill” R.

Long-Time Rock Mason And Auto Mechanic

  • Monday, July 22, 2024

William “Bill” R. Willbanks, 84, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024, in a local rehabilitation facility.

He was a long-time rock mason and auto mechanic.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ernestine Sanders Willbanks, parents, Walter and Hattie Forshee Willbanks, son, Billy Ray Willbanks and four brothers and one sister.

Survivors include his daughter, Carol (Scott) Routt, son, Ernest (Holly) Willbanks, seven grandchildren: Bruce, Dalton, Kaylie, Paige, Zoe, Spencer and Hunter and nine great-grandchildren, brother, Alfred (Darlene) Willbanks and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be announced at a later date.

Please share your memories, condolences, and photos at www.legacyfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are by Legacy Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 8911 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy Daisy, Tn., 423 843-2525.

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