Gilbert Earl Wells 76, died on Monday, August 28, 2023. He was the son of the late Clarence and Louise Wells.

He is preceded in death by his brothers Donald Wells, “Dinky” Wells and a sister Marie Conwell.

Gilbert retired from  NCDOT after 31 years of work. He was a member of the Weldon Volunteer Fire Department for over 50 years, he was also a member of the Big Rack Hunting Club.

Gilbert is survived by his wife of 50 years, Nancy S. Wells; Son, Chris and wife, Keisha Wells of Littleton; Sisters Bernice Lewter and Penny Boyce both of Roanoke Rapids, and Faye Richarson of Oklahoma. Cherishing his memory are his Granddaughters Layla, Brittany Carroll and husband Jeff, Harley Lewter, and Madisyn Davis and Fiance Braxton Roberson; Great Granddaughters; Aubrey Carroll, and Adi Carroll.

The family will receive family and friends to remember Earl's life Thursday August 31, 2023 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm, at Askew funeral & cremation Services in Roanoke Rapids, NC and other times at the home.