Norman C. Wells

September 22, 1931 - September 5, 2018

Mr. Norman Claude Wells, lovingly known as “Uncle Norman”, 86 of Gautier, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born Sept. 22, 1931 in Jackson County, MS to Robert C. Wells and Jennie Haarala Wells. Uncle Norman graduated from Moss Point High School. He continued to Delta State where he earned a BA in Education. From there, to USM to receive his master’s degree in Education and Guidance Counseling. He played football throughout his educational career. He was a football referee for the Gulf Coast High Schools for over 3 decades. He was a member of East Moss Point Baptist Church where he served as Deacon for numerous years. Uncle Norman enjoyed gardening and was an avid sports fan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Edwin Wells, Vernon Wells, Robert (Bob) Wells and sister, Frances Wells Tanner. He is survived by numerous nieces and nephews and their children. And special caregiver, niece, Gwen Shannon. Visitation will be held Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018 from 1-2p.m. at Holder-Wells Funeral Home in Moss Point, MS. Funeral Service will follow at 2p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Bro. Dave Abbott and Bro. Billy Wilks officiating. Burial will be at Machpelah Cemetery in Pascagoula. The family wishes to thank the people of The Cottage at Bay Cove in Biloxi, MS for the excellent care they provided, along with, Deaconess and Notre Dame Hospices. Holder-Wells Funeral Home, Moss Point, MS is in charge of arrangements. Please sign the online register book for Uncle Norman at www.holderwellsfuneralhome.com