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James Garfield Wells, Jr.

Passed 07/21/2024

Obituary For James Garfield Wells, Jr.

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


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So sorry to hear that Garfield passed. It's been years since we saw each other while I attended KC. He was a nice person as everyone has stated. RIHP until we are all united again. Wanda Pettway-Edmunds

Wanda

I practically grew with Garfield, Alfred, and Mary Lynn. They where my cousins and childhood friends. We all played together, went to Maynard, Beardsley, and East High School together. Living on 5th Avenue, we played baseball by the Interstate ate as many fried baloney sandwiches at Bats grocery we could afford. Garfield was always good to me, he never said a bad word about anyone, he was such a positive person, a good guy. When he separated from the Army he talked to me about the military, he told me it's not for everyone, but it might be for me. Garfield, I hope you next trip around the Sun, is a peaceful and wonderful journey. God Bless You.

Henry Chandler (MSgt, Ret, USAF)

Rest in Peace, Cousin Garfield. Charles (Lukey) and Melissa Billingsley

Psalm 23 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. 3 He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name's sake. 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. 5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You anoint my head with oil; My cup runs over. 6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me All the days of my life; And I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. My deepest heartfelt sympathy and may the PEACE of GOD that surpasses ALL understanding provide comfort to each of you now and forevermore. Treasure the memories of your Love Ones in your Hearts forevermore. Jamesena West-Hardin & Family

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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