Edward Deroy Wells, Jr.
March 20, 2019
Edward Deroy Wells, Jr, 85, passed away on March 20, 2019. A lifetime Charlottean, Ed was born on January 3, 1934 in Greensboro, NC, to the late, Mildred Todd.
Ed leaves behind his wife, Libby, daughter, Kelly Wells Hartlieb and husband, Jeff Hartlieb, daughter, Erin Collins, son, Leif Wells and grandsons Ian Collins and August Hartlieb. In addition to his mother, Ed was predeceased by a brother, Bobby Wells.
Following his service in the US Air Force, Ed had a variety of full-time work in Charlotte, but his favorite job was the part-time role as House Manager at Ovens Auditorium which he performed for over fifty years.
Ed was known for his good spirited humor and warm heart. In retirement, he worked as a Sunday morning greeter at the First Baptist Church Charlotte Preschool Sunday School Department. It brought him joy to entertain the children by wearing whimsical hats.
There will be a private service with military honors in Salisbury National Cemetery. A memorial service will be held a 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at First Baptist Church of Charlotte. The family will receive friends follow the memorial service at the church.
Memorial contributions may be made in Ed's honor to First Baptist Church Charlotte's Preschool Ministry or Children's Ministry, 301 South Davidson Street, Charlotte, NC 28202.
Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204; (704) 641-7606. Online condolences can be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.
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My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family after hearing Ed had passed away. I am out of town and only learned of his death this morning. I go way back with Ed and Bobby and our years as young boys in Plaza/Midwood. I remember well the 2 story frame home they lived in adjacent to the Plaza Theater. I can honestly say that Ed never met a stranger and knew about everyone in Charlotte or at least they knew him. So sorry for your loss.
Bill McKinnell
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