Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel - Rainsville

2226 Main St. Shiloh

Rainsville, Alabama

Anthony Wilbanks Obituary

Mr. Anthony Ray Wilbanks, age 83, of Ft. Payne passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Funeral services are set for 1pm Sunday, September 28, 2025 from the W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in Black Oak Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 until 8pm Saturday at the funeral home. W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

He is survived by his daughters, Theresa Galloway and Tammy Snapp; sons, Charles Wilbanks, Sr., Ledel Wilbanks, and Vincent Wilbanks; sister, Faye Daniel; brother, Glen Wilbanks; 13 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Louise Wilbanks; brother, Kenith Wilbanks; sister, Janet Plymons; sons, Troy Wilbanks and Kenneth Wayne Wilbanks; granddaughter, Kasha Kellems; and grandson, Joe Kellems.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Post and Courier - Greenville on Sep. 26, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Anthony Wilbanks

Not sure what to say?





3 Entries

Ranae

September 27, 2025

I Love you Ray, I had some great memories growing up with Flesa and spending time with you all. My condolences to the family you are all in my prayers

Flesa snapp

September 27, 2025

Nichi Mcdaniel

September 26, 2025

I AM SO SORRY FOR LOST OF RAY I KNEW HIM FOR YEARS HE GOING TO BE MISSED HE WAS] REALLY A GREAT PERSON LOVE YOU DADDY RAY RIP

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results

Make a Donation
in Anthony Wilbanks's name

Memorial Events
for Anthony Wilbanks

Sep

27

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

W.T Wilson Funeral Chapel

2226 Main St. Shiloh, Rainsville, AL 35986

Sep

28

Funeral service

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

W.T Wilson Funeral Chapel

2226 Main St. Shiloh, Rainsville, AL 35986

Funeral services provided by:

W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel - Rainsville

2226 Main St. Shiloh, Rainsville, AL 35986

How to support Anthony's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Anthony Wilbanks's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more