Brian Wilson, 53

Brian Wilson, 53, of Pottersville, died peacefully at his home with his wife Becky at his side after a courageous battle with cancer on the morning of Dec. 7, 2024.

He was born on Oct. 27, 1971. Brian was an avid fisherman and hunter. He loved being outside in the Ozarks, enjoying God's beautiful country and all He created. Brian completed his final successful, glorious deer hunt on Nov. 7, a month before his death, a true testament to just how much he loved to hunt and his own strength. 

Several years ago Brian met the love of his life, Becky, beginning a wonderful relationship of love and laughter. The joy they experienced in their short time together was more than most people get in a lifetime. Brian and Becky were soulmates who loved each other more than words can express. They were married June 12, 2024.

Brian was extremely proud of their church family, the Pottersville Baptist Church. He loved attending church there, and when times were rough, it was their church family who served as their support system. The Pottersville Baptist Church members helped Brian and Becky in so many ways: physically, spiritually and by embracing them as extended family. Brian, Becky and Jarrett couldn’t have made it through this time without the love and support they provided.

Brian was a very hardworking man. In the past, he worked for ABM, Air Evac, his good friend Johnny McKee on his farms, his son Jarrett’s lawn service as well as a few other occupations.

Brian leaves behind a beautiful legacy with his family, friends and church family. He may have departed this earthly life, but his smile and memories will live on forever with all those who loved and cherished him.

Brian is survived by his wife Becky of the family home; two sons: Jarrett Wilson of the family home and Wyatt Wilson of Springfield; two brothers: Randy Wilson of Highlandville and Chris Finch of West Plains; three sisters: Crystal Frazier of West Plains, Vera Collins of Pottersville Llz Underwood of Conway, Arkansas. 

He was preceded in death by a brother, Mike Wilson; his parents; and numerous other relatives and friends.

There is no service planned at this time. If, at a later date, there is a celebration of life organized, his family, the Pottersville Baptist Church and Always Faithful Memorial Services will announce the time and date of the event.