William Hanks Obituary
The passing of William Hanks in Batesville, Mississippi occurred on June 4, 2026. William, born on January 7, 1943 in Sardis, Mississippi, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William Hanks to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, JW Hanks and Ester Hanks of Batesville; his sisters, Bettye Sue Thornton of Sardis and Lorretta; his brother-in-law Thomas Smith of Courtland; his brother James; and his sister-in-law Lorretta Hanks of Courtland, Mississippi..
He is survived by: his wife Lelia McNeill Hanks; his daughters, LaMonica Brooks (Jamie) of Madison, Mississippi and Amy Atarji (Farid) of Florence; his stepson Michael Nassour (Janice) of Ellisville, Mississippi.; and his great grandchildren, Blake Brooks (Kiana), Andrew Brooks (Kylee), Noor, Leo, Orion, Phoenix Atarji, Mo Atarji (Luke), Nadia, Nadine Ward (Cassie), Hassaan Atarji, Naila Atarji, Sam Atarli (KandonKahl) and Zaina Atarji.
In Lieu of flowers donations to the American Cancer Society would be appreciated.
