Garnett Curtis Wells
07/19/1946 - 10/28/2022
Mr. Garnett Curtis Wells passed peacefully from this life at his home on the Sunflower Mattie Farm on Friday, October 28, 2022. He was born July 19, 1946. Curtis was predeceased by his parents Eva Jones Wells and Roy Garnett Wells. He is survived by his wife Kathie Hampton Wells of the home, daughters; Kristin Saady (Doug) and Kerry Colgate (Bill) both of Richmond, Va., a step-daughter Ashley Bentley (Jonathan) of Franklin, TN. three granddaughters; Caroline and Eva Saady and Mason Power all of Richmond, VA and a grandson Garnett Power also of Richmond, a step-grandson David Dorsett of Auburn, AL, a sister Evelyn Hill (Glenn) of Richmond, Va. and nephews; Mike Hill (Pam) and Mark Hill (Cindy).
Curtis was an U.S. Army Veteran who served his country in Vietnam.
For over thirty years, he was the General Manager of Capitol Lincoln-Mercury Dealership in Richmond, Va. After his retirement, he and Kathie moved to their beloved Sunflower Mattie farm in Baskerville where he happily spent his remaining days growing sunflowers, running the Farm and taking care of all the critters that he and Kathie gathered around them. He was a member of Bethany Baptist Church.
Curtis with his quick wit and humor & knack for great storytelling will forever be missed. Honoring him as Pallbears are Mike Hill, Mark Hill, Glenn Edwards, Johnny Hightower, Tommy Early and Curtis Merritt.
A funeral service will be conducted Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. in Bethany Baptist Church, Baskerville, with interment in the church cemetery with American Legion Post #79 Military Honors. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, starting at 1:00 P.M. If desired, memorial contributions in Curtis’s name may be made to Bethany Baptist Church, P.O. Box 119, Baskerville, Va. 23915.
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Friends always. Playing football, senior trip memior, living around in Richmond. Be missed.
Good Friend
Curtis and I were friends for many years….my heart is broken ! He was such a good friend…Helped us grow our business at Auto Sound Of Va. He also helped me fence my property in Goochland…the wonderful times we had going out with him and Adair…you will be missed my friend!!!
Coworkers and friends
Mama and I both have very fond memories of Curtis. Curtis gave me my first job, cleaning the parking lot at the old Capitol Lincoln Mercury building. As I grew up and became politically active, we talked about current events and our mutual love for Rush Limbaugh. One of my favorite images of Curtis was him, impeccably dressed, sitting atop a tractor in the garage of the dealership. On a lighter note, I learned the term, thrown under the bus from him, and recall drawing a picture of him and Jack Stewart physically underneath one. So many good memories of a wonderful individual. God grant you eternal rest Curtis. You will live on in our hearts and memories.
Friend growing up and going to high school together
It’s been a few years since we saw each other but I remember our days at old Park View. You always had such excitement and energy in everything you did. You will be missed my friend. God Bless you and your beautiful family.
Kristin and Kerry, I hope it brings you some comfort to know that I’m celebrating the life of your Father and I ‘m thankful for his impact on my life.
I like to believe that when we lose someone close to us, like a father, they still live through us and give us strength. The time we have spent with those we’ve lost makes them a part of us.
The lessons your Dad taught you, the love he gave you, the way he cared for all people; all those good things live on in both of you. Your Father was so proud of you and loved you so much. I am wishing you both strength and comfort through this difficult time.
To all The Wells
Curtis and I were on left side of PV Footballs Dragons. He was a hustler and did his best. I remember him as always friendly and sincere. These traits took him to the top in the auto business. I would stop by the Lincoln showroom in Richmond to check end. He was always friendly and full of cheer. I visited his farmstead and it was beautiful. Being a Mecklenburg good ole boy served him well.
Harrison
Friend
You will be missed by your smile and humor
Always had a joke so good natured a joy
too be around love and grace be with you until we meet again rest my friend in the peace God granted you
life friend
always a friend growing up together
Brother in law and friend
Curtis you will surely be missed all the great times we shared have certainly had a huge impact on my life
and I cannot believe you are gone ( i’m sure to a better place ) my heart aches for the entire family
and I wish you all the best Much Love Glenn Hill
Mr
Condolences to the family and his many friends, of which, I am proud to be one! RIP