Boyce Wells Obituary
DATELINE: KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA
Boyce Wells
Mr. Boyce Wells, age 94, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away peacefully at home on November 01, 2025. Born October 23, 1931 in York County, SC, He was the Son of the late William Michael Wells and Sue Ellen Toney Wells.
A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Boyce served during the Korean conflict. Following his military service, he dedicated 35 years of hard work and commitment to PPG Industries, where he was known as a dependable and respected employee.
Boyce was preceded in death by his father and mother; brothers Bill Wells, Bethel Wells, and Bob Wells; sisters Nellie Godfrey, Shirley Holshouser, Mary Wood and Betty Johnson; and his beloved daughter, Joy Hollifield.
He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Helen; his brother, Toney Wells (Martha Lou); and his daughter, Cindi Welch (Charles). Boyce was a proud grandfather to Christen Blanton (Steven), Michael Mendoza, and Laura Gibson (Chase), and a loving great- grandfather to Eli and Emory Blanton and Parke and Roper Gibson. He also leaves behind special friends Steve and Jessica (Sparkle) Lovelace and their daughter, Willow, as well as many nieces and nephews whom he dearly loved.
Boyce will be remembered for his quiet strength, unwavering work ethic, and deep love for his family. His generosity, kindness, and quick wit brought joy to those who knew him. He never met a stranger and carried a gentle spirit that left a lasting impact on his family and friends.
Boyce's legacy of love, service, and devotion will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew him.
FUNERAL SERVICE: Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM at First Baptist Church Kings Mountain, NC with Pastor Steven Blanton, Rev. Mike Chambers and Rev. Dr. Steve Taylor officiating.
VISITATION: Tuesday November 4, 2025 prior to the service from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM in the Stained Glass Room of First Baptist Church, Kings Mountain, NC
INTERMENT: Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery
MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Gary Sinise Foundation at garysinisefoundation.org/donate.
GUEST REGISTER AVAILABLE AT WWW.HARRISFUNERALS.COM
ARRANGEMENTS: HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA
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108 South Piedmont Ave., Kings Mountain, NC 28086
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