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Sonya Y. Wells

11/10/1965 - 10/10/2023

Obituary For Sonya Y. Wells

Mrs. Sonya Yvette Wells, 57, entered into rest, Tuesday, October 10, 2023, in Grovetown, GA.

Sonya was a dedicated Special Education teacher, basketball coach, cheerleading coach, and academic advisor at Grovetown High School. She was a faithful member of Restoration Ministries International in Augusta, GA.

Her legacy lives on through her devoted husband, Jerold Sr.; son, Jerold Jr.; daughters, Shontale, Nicole, and Ebony; grandchildren, Jaylen, Cole Evan, Kamaria, Akkire, Aaron, and Joy (the last three of which were born to Erikka). She is also survived by her mother, Estelle Batiste, grandmother, Estelle Batiste; sisters, Simmara Smith and Paige Johnson; two nephews, Jahmai and Jeremiah; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, co-workers, and students whose lives she touched with love and compassion.

A celebration of life will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 21, 2023, at Restoration Ministries International (2404 Tobacco Road, Augusta, GA.) Interment service will be 2:00 PM, Monday, October 23, 2023, in Fort Jackson National Cemetery (4170 Percival Road, Columbia, SC.) The family receive visitors from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Friday, October 20, 2023, at Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, GA. (706) 790-8858.

In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to Concerned Women, INC. in honor of Mrs. Sonya Yvette Wells. Contributions can be made at: Concernedwomeninc - Home or http://PayPal.com/fundraiser/charity/1520791


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Queen D Harts sent Wreath of Mixed White Flowers for Sonya Y. Wells - October 20, 2023

To Jerold and your Family, My deepest sympathy from Queen and my family.

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Janet D Williams sent Emerald Garden Basket for Sonya Y. Wells - October 17, 2023

To the Wells Family: May you remember all the wonderful times you had together close in your heart.

Janet Woods-Williams

I am so incredibly sad that Sonya has passed. She was and is a jewel of a person. I take solace in knowing that her education and training as a teacher and a healer will go with her into the heavens and she will be able to help others and she will be treated as the wise, royal, incredible angel that she is. To her sweet children and husband, I hope you feel peace. I hope you feel her presence and see the signs that she is still with you. I hope you are blessed with peace and with good sleep, and that Sonya's angelic form will visit you in your dreams to help guide you in your times of trouble. Know that you are loved and that Sonya is in a beautiful place and utilizing her talents to her fullest potential without the constraints and limitations of this probationary earth. I love you all and I am praying for you during this time.

I can not help but cry as I process the thought of not seeing your smile in class , hearing your laugh , and listening to the powerful connections you would make when we have our open discussions . Sonya , you are my rock , I'm blessed to have met you. Your journey was purely impactful and influencing . I can't help but find comfort in knowing that your beautiful aura is now watching over everyone you loved and impacted . I love you so much . I didn't know the last wave after class would be forever , but your wisdom , and intelligence will forever hold a special place in my heart. May you Rest In Peace my sweet , loving , caring Sonya Y. Wells . Your legacy will continue . - Areanna Haynes

Sending love and light to the family. I'm going to miss Sonya's smile and her beautiful presence.

Our hearts and prayers go out the Well's Family. We pray for your strength during this time of bereavement. Much love from the Lane Family!❤️ 🙏

Our hearts and prayers go out the Well's Family. We pray for your strength during this time of bereavement. Much love from the Lane Family!❤️ 🙏

Our hearts and prayers go out the Well's Family. We pray for your strength during this time of bereavement. Much love from the Lane Family!❤️ 🙏

Please accept my most heartfelt condolences on the excruciating loss of Mrs. Sonya. I experienced the honor of being one of Sonya's fellow classmates at Augusta University. The first time I ever met Sonya, I knew she was one of a kind. When Sonya walked into class, she immediately repelled a light so bright that it illuminated the entire classroom. Her wisdom, selflessness, intelligence, and profound love for her family did not go unnoticed. She was truly inspiring. It was a pleasure to have been blessed with Sonya's presence. I will forever be grateful for the insight that Sonya shared and brought forth. I wish the family peace and solace during this time. My prayers and thoughts go out to the family. -Holly

Psalm 23:4

I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Sonya Wells for Army Child and Youth Program in Wiesbaden, Germany. Sonya was kind, organized and professional in her work and personal life. She will be truly missed. Prayers to the family. Janet Woods-Williams

My Prayers are with the Wells Family, friends, and her church family. Your warm smile and giving spirit will be missed, but never forgotten.

My husband, Ronnie, and I met Sonya through her husband, Jerald Wells Sr. We were affiliated through our former church in Germany. When I met Sonya I was starting a daycare. I was in need of so much to get my daycare up and running. Sonya had a daycare in Germany and when they relocated to the Augusta area she brought everything to setup her daycare center, but I guess God had another assignment for her. Sonya and Jerold filled every room in my daycare center. What a blessing!!! I offered to pay them, but they wouldn't take a dime! I was in disbelief. I have never seen such a giving soul in my life. This is how I will always remember Sonya. Sonya had a smile that would change your day and a heart of gold and would give you her last and didn't expect anything in return. She was a blessing! Take you rest my beautiful sister. I will always remember and love you! Shelia Rivers

I enjoyed getting to know Sonya through classes at Augusta University. I noticed that Sonya had a humble confidence. She shared her observations and perspectives in such a way as to encourage productive dialogue. Sonya's compassion for the students she served was inspiring. Most profound was her unequivocal love for her family. She always spoke of her family with love and respect. She will be missed by all of us in the Student Counseling program.

Truly saddened by the passing of my long time friend Sonya Wells . Sending prayers and my condolences to her beautiful family . Seems like yesterday when we use to ride together each morning and to Southeastern University . A very wonderful person with a loving heart and a very humble spirit , you will be truly missed . Your friend , Jeffery Miller

Saddened to hear of Sonya's passing on. Sending condolences, hugs and prayers to the family. Our family has some wonderful memories of times spent at basketball games.

The Pankey's Scott, Bettina & Carlye

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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