Ben H. Wells

Jackson, Tennessee - Our beloved husband and father, Ben H. Wells, 81, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, December 4, 2018, at Jackson General Hospital, after a long illness. He leaves his wife of 58 years, Lynda L (Gatewood) Wells; his son, Cary A. Wells of Jackson, TN and spouse, Lisa; his daughter, Beth Wells Profeta of Plano, TX, and spouse, Steve; grandchildren Andrew Wells; Rachel and Grace Profeta; three brothers Edward, James, Jerry, and many close friends. Preceded in death by daughter, Donna L. Wells (7/19/63), and brother, Joe Wells. Born in Little River (Manila), Arkansas on April 13, 1937 and moved to Osceola in December of 1944. Ben was the son of R.W. Wells and Mary Eunice (Edwards) Wells, both deceased. He was a lifelong resident of Osceola. Ben graduated from Osceola High School in 1957. He attended Arkansas Tech in Russellville, AR. Married Lynda Lee Gatewood on January 30, 1960. Ben worked for the USPS for forty years and enjoyed his work as he was able to be outside. Ben had a passion for sports and his Lord. Ben started the Outreach Center through the First Baptist Church in 2001. An avid tennis player he enjoyed playing until his 70’s. Ben never met a stranger and loved people from all walks of life; he helped so many people in his life, we know he is in heaven helping others. A memorial service will be held at First Baptist Church, Osceola, Arkansas, on December 28, 2018, Friday at 3:00 pm to celebrate his life. All are welcome.