William Charlie Wells

William “Charlie” Wells, 77, of Byron, died Tuesday, May 3.  Services will be at 10:00A.M., Saturday, May 7, at Northside Baptist Church, Centerville.  Visitation will be from 2:00-3:00P.M., Saturday, at Vaughn Funeral Home, McRae, with burial to follow in the Blockhouse Church Cemetery, Jacksonville, GA.
A native of Telfair County, Mr. Wells was the son of the late George Geiger and Mattie Lou Hulett Wells.  A U.S. Navy veteran, he was a member of Northside Baptist Church since 1966, where he served as Deacon and Chairman for many years.  He was the Director of the Mellowtones Choir for several years and was the Happy Hearts Sunday School teacher for more than thirty years.  Mr. Wells was preceded in death by a son, Lawrence K. “Larry” Wells.
First and foremost, his love for Jesus was evident every day.  He had an immense love for his church and family and was blessed with many good friends.  In the early hours of May 3, Heaven came down and glory filled his soul.
Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Bobbie Garnto Wells; children, Jeff Wells and Kathy (Ray) Gilliam, all of Byron; grandchildren, Michael Lower, Alicia Hurd, Renee Wells, Katelyn Wells, Meghan Wells, Phillip Wells, Matthew Wells and Charles Wells; and eight great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Northside Baptist Church, 1013 Carl Vinson Pkwy, Centerville, GA 31028, or to The Gideons International, P.O. Box 338 McRae, GA 31055.

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