Bernadette "Bear" Bernetria O'Banner, 49, a devoted mother and dedicated professional, passed away at Saint Dominic's Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi, on Sunday, June 15, 2025. She was born on August 21, 1975, in Jackson, Hinds County, Mississippi. Bernadette was known for her compassionate spirit and commitment to her work, having served diligently in the Field Support department at UMMC.
As a loving mother, Bernadette is survived by her sons, Terriance O'Banner, Arri Hollins, and Austin O'Banner, as well as her daughters, Jada O'Banner, Rickia Hollins, and Zuri Chepkwony, all of Jackson, MS. She cherished her children and was their greatest supporter, always encouraging them to pursue their dreams and ambitions. Bernadette also leaves behind her beloved siblings: Marilyn Powell (Durell) of Yazoo City, MS; Debra O'Banner, Patricia Gaines (Louis, Sr.), Michael Haymer (Virginia), Kathy Priest, all of Jackson, MS; Larry Haymer (Martha of Leander, Texas; Lavern Dean (Erik, Sr,) of Tchula, MS; Denise Freeman of Livingston, Alabama; Kimberly McLaurin (James) of Alabama; Fred Patrick (DeVita) O'Banner of Ennis, Texas, and a host of loving nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Bernadette was preceded in death by her father, Fred Lyles, Jr., and her mother, Catherine Haymer O'Banner. Their legacies lived on through her values and the love she poured into her family.
To honor her life, a visitation will be held on Friday, June 20, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Westhaven Memorial Funeral Home in Jackson, Mississippi. Following this, a Celebration of Life service will take place at the Jackson Revival Center Church on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 11:00 AM. All who knew and loved Bernadette are invited to come together to remember her vibrant spirit and the many lives she touched.
Bernadette O'Banner's warmth, kindness, and dedication will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by all who were privileged to know her.
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