Mary was christened as an infant. She accepted Christ as her personal Savior at Pilgrim Rest African Methodist Episcopal Church and was a loyal member of the Mary E. Lee Women's Missionary Society (WMS). She also worked with the Young People Department (YPD).
She graduated at Monticello High School in 1987. While in school, Mary was in Madrigals, Vo-Tech, FBLA, FHA, and several other organizations.
Mary had sickle cell anemia and was a stay-at-home mother. She was a member of the Sickle Cell Anemia Support Group in Little Rock, Arkansas. She enjoyed cooking, doing crossword puzzles, watching her favorite television shows and coloring in the Black Coloring Book on her tablet. She like going to church and social events and spending quality time with family and friends.
Mary leaves to cherish her precious memory her son, Anthony Wells of Monticello, AR; a sister, Valerie (Donald) Richardson of Chicago, IL; a brother, Keith (Sammie) Wells of Monticello, AR; three nieces, Michelle and Ashley Richardson of Hazel Green, AL and Shabrae Polite of Monticello, AR; one nephew, Keith Wells, Jr. of Monticello, AR; one great niece, Kaydence Burks of Monticello, AR; two aunts, Dorris Wells of Monticello, AR and Arand Rebecca Cook of Detroit, MI; one uncle Charles Wilson of Monticello, AR; one special sister, Debra Cooper; one special brother and sister, Odell and Jewel Davis; two special cousins, Addison Grace Lavette Williams and Brooklyn Armanil Green. She also leaves a host of cousins and dear friends.
Mary's Celebration of Life will be Friday, October 17, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Pilgrim Rest African Methodist Episcopal Church, 522 N. Bailey Street in Monticello, Arkansas. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery in Monticello. You can sign Mary's guestbook here on her page.
Condolences(13)
Peggy Woodard
Milwaukee, WI Saturday, October 25, 2025 I'm sorry for the death of Mary. She will be missed by family and so many friends. God bless the family.Perry & Melanie Rawls
Monticello, AR Friday, October 17, 2025 Mary you fought a good fight nd you have finished the race. Im sad bit i am happy you are no longer in pain. Prayer for Anthony and all her friends and family.Stephania Fowler
Monticello, AR Friday, October 17, 2025 Condolences 🙏 to the Son and Family of Classmate Mary Wells. May peace find you 💐 🌹 🌸 🏵Sheunta Harvest-Johnson
Pine Bluff, AR Friday, October 17, 2025 With deepest sympathy! I was introduced to Mary back in 1992-University of Arkansas at Monticello! We shared numerous of laughter together. RIL!Yolanda Hammock
Wilmar, AR Thursday, October 16, 2025 My sincere prayers and condolences to the family which is also my family. Love you all.Peggy Everett
Monticello, AR Friday, October 10, 2025 To The Wells Family sorry for your loss. I pray that God will comfort each of you during this difficult time. Mary will be truly missed RIP RIL!!Michelle Handley
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 9, 2025 Rest In Peace & Love sweet lady!! May your family and friends find comfort in knowing that you are safe in the arms of the Angels!! Praying that comfort finds the Wells family and covers them all during this time of mourning. Thomas Family / Handley Family.UAMS Sickle Cell Programs
Little Rock, AR Thursday, October 9, 2025 Our thoughts and prayers are with you doing this time.Laron Wells Jr
Sierra Vista, AZ Wednesday, October 8, 2025 In God's eyes Love is eternal. My aunt knows this, and she's at home with the One who is Love Himself. My condolences are with my family. Love always.Vicky Johnson
Little Rock, AR Wednesday, October 8, 2025 To the Wells family, you all have my deepest sympathy! Mary fought a good fight , she had beautiful Spirit! Loved Vicky Johnson and family.🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️Vicky Johnson
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, October 7, 2025 To the Wells Family! You All have my deepest sympathy! I Love Mary she had beautiful Spirit and soul ! Love Vicky Johnson and Family.I'm sorry for your loss I will keep y'all in 🙏
Monticello, AR Tuesday, October 7, 2025 Sorry for your loss she was my best friend prayersBridgette martin-Freeman
Monticello, AR Monday, October 6, 2025 Sending my heartfelt condolences to your family,Mary take your rest the battle is over,You fought a hell a of a fight,You have won,One of the strongest people I have ever met.