Oliver Wells Jr., 59 of Peoria, passed away at 10:56 p.m. on Thursday, December 9, 2010, at Heartland of Peoria.
He was born in Holly Springs, MS on May 20, 1951, a son of Oliver Sr. and Amelia (Smith) Wells. They preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Earline Wilkins, Francie Johnson and Essie B. Wells; and brothers, Robert Smith and John Wells.
Oliver is survived by his sons, Robert Brady of MS and Anthony Neal, Craig Hodges, Emmanuel Jones and Denzel Foster, all of Peoria; stepchildren, Frederick, Shanatta and Arlena Hodges, all of Peoria; siblings, Merry (Charles) Odum, Bertha Wells and Willie Wells, all of Victoria, MS and Emmit Wells of Memphis, TN; special friend, Alice Hodges of Peoria; and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 17, 2010, at Clary Funeral Home, 428 West McClure Avenue, in Peoria, with Pastor Grady Barnett, Sr. officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Cremation rites will be accorded, following services.
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Condolence |
December 17, 2010 |
Grace Apostolic Assembly
1523 South Laramie Street
Peoria, IL 61605
District Elder James Ware, Pastor
Condolence
To the Family of
Oliver Wells Jr.
“and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes.” Rev. 7:17
Memories are the precious treasures that we hold close to our hearts so that we can always remember the ones we love .
We, the Pastor and members of Grace Apostolic Assembly of Peoria, Illinois, extend our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your dear loved one.
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are praying for your comfort and strength, realizing that all of our help comes from the Lord. He loves you and will be with you even until the end, for His Word says “ I will never leave you neither will I forsake you.” He is a God of great love and compassion.
Whenever times come that you do not understand, trust in His wisdom, and be guided by His hand. WE LOVE YOU!
Humbly submitted,
District Elder James Ware
First Lady Ruby Ware
And the Family of Grace Apostolic Assembly
