Mary Elizabeth Wells, 97, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on August 08, 2019 at White Oak Manor in Kings Mountain, NC. She was born in Cleveland County, NC, to the late Joe T. Peterson and Effie Millen Peterson and was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Grady Lee Wells. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, William A. and Benjamin T. (Pete) Peterson, and her sisters, Rosa P. Bishop and Eva P. Gantt. Mary worked in the textile industry and was a homemaker. She enjoyed quilting and sewing. Mary loved her canine companions like they were her children. She enjoyed spending time with Grady and her friends. Mary was a devoted wife and a wonderful friend. The family would like to thank the staff of White Oak Manor for the care given Mary over the years.

SURVIVORS: Niece: Martha G. Cash (Kenneth), Kings Mountain, NC

Special Friend: Kathy Yarbro, Kings Mountain, NC

A number of loving nieces and nephews

FUNERAL SERVICE: Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Mountain Rest Cemetery with Rev. Julie Roberts officiating

VISITATION: Following the service at the cemetery

INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery

MEMORIALS: Grace United Methodist Church at 830 Church Street, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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ARRANGEMENTS: HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA