Joseph "Joe" Henry Wells, 96, of Rose Hill passed from this earthly life to his eternal rest on Saturday, December 9, 2023.

He was born on September 27, 1927, in Duplin County; the son of the late John Boney and Mary Florence Williams Wells. Mr. Wells was also preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Dorothy Henderson Wells; siblings, John F. Wells, Mary Frances MacMillan, Charlotte W. King and Eloise W. Mohr.

Mr. Wells served his country honorably in the United States Army and was a member of Teachey Presbyterian Church.

Surviving to cherish his memory is his son David Alan Wells of Fort Pierce, FL; his daughter, Dottie Jo Baker and husband Keith of Morganton; grandchildren, Elizabeth Baker Locke and husband James and Melissa Baker Ogburn and husband Joe; great grandchildren, Henry Locke, Ila Locke and Hayes Locke; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends who loved Joe dearly.

Joe, as he was affectionately called, was a loving father and caring grandfather.  He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.  Being an avid golfer, Joe enjoyed playing golf with his friends and his brother.  Joe never met a stranger.  He had a large circle of friends that enjoyed talking about sports, golf and the condition of the world. Joe was well loved, and he loved in return.  He enjoyed collecting hats and was proud of his hat collection.  A favorite pastime of Joe's was playing cards and dancing as long as his health permitted.  Joe will surely be missed but treasured memories of him will remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

Graveside funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, December 15, 2023, at Rockfish Presbyterian Church Cemetery, NC Hwy 41, Wallace, NC with the Reverend Charlie Love officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent in memory of Joseph Wells to Gentiva Hospice, 126 E. Elizabeth Street, Clinton, NC  28328 or to The Gardens of Rose Hill, 571 South Sycamore St. Rose Hill, NC 28458.

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Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home of Wallace, NC