James Charles Banta Sr.
September 19, 1944 - October 31, 2016
James Charles Banta, Sr. A resident of Walker, LA, “Jimmy” Banta passed away at Cannon Hospice in Gulfport, MS on October 31, 2016, at the age of 72. He was a carpenter, estimator, and served in the U.S. ARMY. A memorial will be held on November 11, 2016 from 6PM to 8PM at McLin & Manley Funeral Home of Walker. He is preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Joyce “Dee” Banta. He is survived by two sons, James Banta, Jr. & wife Tina, Chris Banta & wife Cindy; 5 grandchildren, Brookley, Justin, Claire, Connor, and Ryan; and 2 great grandchildren, Brogan and Elizabeth; brother Randy Banta and wife Lorraine; sister Linda Burchfield and husband Billy, and sister Charlene Simmons & late husband Hillman. He was also preceded in death by his parents Charles and Nellie Banta. Memorial donations may be made to Canon Hospice, 1520 Broad Ave, Ste. 500, Gulfport, MS 39501
James Charles Banta, Sr. A resident of Walker, LA, “Jimmy” Banta passed away at Cannon Hospice in Gulfport, MS on October 31, 2016, at the age of 72. He was a carpenter, estimator, and served in the U.S. ARMY. A memorial will be... View Obituary & Service Information