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1938

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2023

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Walter Wells Sr. Obituary

Walter Wells, Sr. was a Zachary, LA resident who entered into eternal rest at his home on November 29, 2023 surrounded by family.

Left to cherish his memory is his devoted wife of 48 years, Wilhemena Wells; six daughters, one son, 14 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, 1 great great-grandchild, three sisters, one brother and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, two daughters, one son, one grandson, two sisters and two brothers. Viewing on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 10am until funeral service at 11am at New Hope Baptist Church, 1896 East Flonacher Rd, Zachary, LA 70791.

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Published by The Advocate from Dec. 6 to Dec. 7, 2023.

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Joe Louis Williams

December 12, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

JF

December 10, 2023

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Vessel Dean

December 9, 2023

Sending Love and Prayers

Helen Ann Edwards

December 9, 2023

With Deepest Sympathy to the Wells Family.

Jacqueline Wells

December 8, 2023

REST ON OUR DEAR COUSINrip-THE ROBERT WELLS JR FAMILY

Robert Wells Family

December 8, 2023

May u rip our dear cousinJacky,Roy,Elva RobertIII AND FAMILY

Mary & Louis Poche Sr.

December 8, 2023

Family, may God hold you close to his heart, where He can feel your deepest loss and fill you with His deepest love. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Louis & Mary Jane

Kimily and Jairus Wells

December 8, 2023

My heart felt and warm condolences to Wilhemena and the family.

Joseph Terrance

December 7, 2023

Deepest Sympathy to the Well´s Family. Joseph Terrance & Family

Susie.w Collins

December 7, 2023

Rih brother n law i.will miss you taking over me and Will conversation when I call at night.To my family I pray god will continue to strengthen you all one day at time a lost of a love one pain last for ever. Love you Family

Susie Collins and Family with love

Jessie Scott Family/ Port Hudson, La.

December 7, 2023

May God's word give you peace for today, strength to endure and hope for tomorrow.

Kristen Newman

December 7, 2023

Rest in peace daddy!
Always on my mind, forever in my heart!
Your baby girl, Kris

Sharon Hill

December 7, 2023

Deepest sympathy to the Well´s Family. Sharon & Quint Hill

Sharletha Palmer

December 4, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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Memorial Events
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Dec

9

Viewing

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

New Hope Baptist Church

1896 East Flonacher Rd, Zachary, LA

Dec

9

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

New Hope Baptist Church

1896 East Flonacher Rd, Zachary, LA

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Hall Davis and Son Funeral Service - Baton Rouge

9348 Scenic Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70807

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