Born in Gladstone, Va., May 21, 1947, he was the son of the late John Dorman Banton and Elizabeth Watts Banton.
He was a Vietnam veteran, pilot, intelligence officer, and in the Special Operations community during his U.S. Air Force career. Following his retirement, he was an avid volunteer in his community, touching the lives of many in organizations to include Habitat for Humanity and Impact Virginia.
George loved mountain biking the local trails and the wonderful group of friends he had there. He enjoyed projects and concepts that challenged the mind. He was known for his quick wit and good sense of humor with family and friends.
In addition to his wife Nancy, he is survived by his son Chris Banton and wife Rachael, his daughter Allison Camm and her husband Brian, brother Julian Banton and his wife Carol Garrison, four grandchildren Raleigh Camm, Brooks Camm, Hayden Banton, and Audrey Banton, and a group of great friends known as “The Village”.
The family will receive friends and celebrate his life on Friday, January 14, 2022 from 6 to 8 pm at Whitten Monelison Chapel. The wearing of masks is requested.
The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Amherst County Habitat for Humanity, PO Box 1397, Amherst, VA 24521 or the Blue Ledge Meals on Wheels, PO Box 1332 Amherst,VA 24521 or to the Free Clinic of Lynchburg, 1016 Main St., Lynchburg, VA 24504.
