Wincel Pearl O'Brien

Wincel Pearl O'Brien obituary

Wincel Pearl O'Brien

Wincel O'Brien Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Powell Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Bald Knob on Sep. 22, 2025.

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Wincel Pearl Bridges O'Brien, age 91, of Bald Knob, Arkansas, passed away on September 20, 2025. A lifelong resident of Bald Knob, she was born on March 22, 1934, to Ralph and Inez (Whittenberg) Bridges. She is preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd Dale O'Brien, and her siblings, Lavon Bridges, Carl Wayne Bridges, Mary Alice Western, and Sue Johnson. Wincel is survived by her three sons. Rick (Paula) of Little Rock, Marty (Charlotte) of Greenbrier, and Terry of Bald Knob, as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. In keeping with her wishes, no service will be held.

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