Ralph Wilson

Dr. Ralph Wilson, 82, prominent Arkansas optometrist died Sunday. Born in Stuttgart he became a graduate of Stuttgart High School and the College of Optometry in Memphis. He served 21 years in the Marine Corp with many hours logged as a jet fighter pilot. For 35 years he served the citizens of Brinkley and surrounding communities in their eyecare needs. He served on numerous boards including the American Optometric Association, Arkansas Optometric Association, State Board of Optometry, City of Brinkley and Bancorp South Bank. He served as mayor of Brinkley and chosen citizen of the year in 1989. He was a member of St. John's Catholic Church, American Legion, Rotary Club and Chamber of Commerce. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris and is survived by sons; Ralph Wilson, Jr. of Dallas, Steven (LeAnn) Wilson of Blytheville and David (Sandra) Wilson of Sherwood, brother, Thomas (Dorothy) Wilson of Stuttgart and grandson, William Wilson. Visitation: 6-8 p.m., Rosary, 7 p.m., Wednesday, Bob Neal & Sons Funeral Home, Mass of Christian. Burial: 11 a.m., Thursday, St. John's Catholic Church, Calvary Cemetery. Obit/guestbook/www.bobnealandsons.com.