James Garfield Wells, Jr., 76

James Garfield Wells, Jr, went home to be with the Lord July 21, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents James Garfield and Mae Etta Wells, Sr.; Brother Alford Jackson Wells; and sister Aline Harris. He leaves behind his wife of 52 years, Mary Brown Wells. Children: Curtis Phillips, Kimberly Steen, and Isaiah (Talia). Sisters: Mary Lynn Walker, Veronica Powell, Cynthia Scotts, Carla and Gwendola Wells. The family will receive friends at Payne Avenue Baptist Church 2:30 -3:00 p.m. with the service to follow at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 28, 2024.

The final resting place will be at the East TN Veterans Cemetery on Tuesday July 30, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. where military honors and dove release will conclude in his honor.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the caring staff and direction of Unity Mortuary. www.unitymortuary1979.com