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Obituary For Willie Lee "Rusty" O'Banner, Jr.
“Let not your heart be troubled; ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you unto myself: there where I am, there ye may also. ” John 14: 1-3
Willie Lee O'Banner, Jr. was born on December 6, 1984, in Hampton County, South Carolina, to the late Anita Sabrina Busbee and the late Willie Lee O'Banner, Sr.
Willie received his education in the Allendale County Public School System and was a proud graduate of Allendale-Fairfax High School, Class of 2004.
He was employed by Scotsman Ice Systems, where he worked faithfully as a Machine Operator.
Affectionately known as “Rusty,” Willie was well known for his infectious smile, quick wit, playful jokes, and outspoken personality. He possessed a humble and kind spirit and had the unique ability to make friends with everyone he met. He embraced life wholeheartedly and found joy in playing cards, working, and spending quality time with his family and loved ones.
On June 20, 2013, Willie married the love of his life, Pamela Simmons O'Banner. Together, they built a life centered on love, family, and unwavering devotion.
On Sunday, July 5, 2026, Willie peacefully transitioned from labor to reward at Wellstar MCG in Augusta, Georgia.
Although his earthly journey has ended, his legacy of love, laughter, kindness, and strength will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
He leaves to cherish his precious memories, his loving and devoted wife, Pamela Simmons O'Banner;(7) Children: Demaurion Ginn, Willie Lee O'Banner III, Jossiah O'Banner, Miracle O'Banner, Destine O'Banner, Zane Maner, and Faith O'Banner; (2) Sisters: Devoted Sister: Renarda Cohen; Ebony Blassingame; Mother-in-Law: Barbara Simmons; (3) Nieces: SaNai King, London Outing, and Khloe Summers; (1) Nephew: Jaylen Outing. A host of loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and sympathizing friends.
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Your Friends at Pathstream planted 5 trees in memory of Willie Lee "Rusty" O'Banner, Jr. . - July 13, 2026
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Sending my deepest condolences to the family
So sorry for your loss Pam and Faith. Rusty will be truly missed may God cover you and the Family give you strength.
My condolences to the family, former teacher 🙏🙏🙏
My Condolences To The O'Banner Family You Are In My Prayers 🙏🏿🙏🏿 🙏🏿
Our condolences goes out to the family from the Fields family he will be truly missed
To the family, Rusty will be greatly missed by all that knew him. He will live on in many many others that he will be share with. His loved lives on day and night may God forever bless each of you, rest in peace my brother we will see you in the morning. Teresa, children and the Jerusalem Baptist Church family
To The Family,
Rusty will be deeply missed by many. May you hold onto tje moments and memories created along the years. My God continue to give you all the strength that only he can.
Rusty, this is a hard one. I'm gonna miss you so much. I'm gonna miss you from calling. I'm gonna miss you from texting Aunt. just checking to make sure you are OK when I seen you yesterday give my heart peace to know that you look like you were just resting, but you will never be forgotten.To the family I cannot take away the pain, but I can be beside you in it. My heart breaks for you. Please know you are not alone. No words can capture what you must be feeling. I am simply so sorry Holding you close in my thoughts today and every day that follows.
Take Your Rest, My Nephew ❤️
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