Born Feb. 2, 1922, in East Prairie, son of the late John and Ethel Mae Neely Wilson, he worked for Opportunity Incorporated in St. Louis from 1959-91 and was of the Baptist belief.
Survivors include: one sister, Mary Williams of Matthews; and several nieces and nephews.
Two sisters and three brothers preceded him in death.
Visitation begins at 6 p.m. today at Shelby Funeral Home, where services are scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday. Sonny Jackson will officiate.
Burial will follow in the East Prairie Memorial Park Cemetery.
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