STELLA C. WELLS 

Stella Cauley Wells, 78, of Pomona Park, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2009 at Shands at UF in Gainesville following a brief illness.  She was a native of Hastings and resided in Pomona Park since 1978, moving there from Flagler County.  Many years ago she worked as a cafeteria manager with the Flagler County School System.  She later worked for 32 years as an insurance agent with the Liberty National Life Insurance Company in the Flagler County area. During her time with Liberty National she was the recipient of numerous awards including; The Honor Agent award, Torch Club award as well as the District Leader award.

Ms. Stella  was a member of the Citrus Growers Association and had over 40 acres of citrus trees.  Much of the fruit from her trees was used to supply Flagler and Putnam County school systems with fruit.

She had served as chairman of the Putnam County Cemetery Taskforce.  As a member of this taskforce, she and other members of the committee were instrumental in locating and mapping the over 100 small cemeteries scattered throughout the Putnam County area.

Ms. Stella will no doubt be remembered for her work as a “Citizens Advocate”, many times speaking at county commission meetings concerning various issues.

She was likewise a member of the Putnam County Genealogical Society. 

She is survived by her son Benjie, and wife Susan Cauley of Bunnell, a sister, Gianetta Lookebill of Indianapolis, Indiana, a grandson, Jay Cauley and wife Amy of Bunnell, 2 grandchildren, Nolan Cauley and Abigail Cauley of Bunnell and a very dear friend, Margaret Lovell. 

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, July 29, 2009 at Flagler Palms Memorial Gardens in Palm Coast.  Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 28,  2009 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Johnson-Overturf  Funeral Home in Palatka.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to: Rodheaver Boys Ranch, 380 Boys Ranch Road, Palatka, FL 32177.

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Dear Zanna, Bobby Jody, Beth, and Judy:
I want you to know how saddened I am by the recent passing of your father and husband, Jim.  It is my hope that you find comfort in the knowledge that your father is no longer suffering. Although it has been many years, I enjoyed our conversations.  It cannot go without saying that I had a deep respect for your father. There is passage in the Holy Book that says, "God gives and God takes, blessed be the name of the Lord."  Thus we know that life is a gift and death is the reward we receive at the end of that gift. I personally, do not believe that there is ever an end, but only beginnings of something greater.  It is good to know that your loved one is at the beginning of that which is better, and we must accept this with strength for their sake. May you have strength and be blessed.  Know that you have those who are concerned for you. Take comfort in a greater love that God has for all of us.
Sincerely,
The Circle Square Ranch Family
Kenneth D. Colen, E.L. Strickland, James M. Carswell

Kenneth Colen ~ Ocala, FL

We are writing from our home in North Carolina and only learned of Stella's passing earlier this evening.  I am really stunned, Stella was an icon in Putnam County politics and she just seemed to be timeless.  She had a big heart, she tried her best to help anyone with a problem. During my career, we spent countless hours together, it's hard to imagine Putnam County without her.
We wish God's Blessings on her family.  Stella will be missed.

Larry & Valerie Pritchett ~ East Palatka, Fl

I was so very sorry to hear about Stella.  She has been a friend of mine for years.  Always willing to help.  She will be missed.  God bless you all and may God keep you in His care.  Susan McCool

Susan McCool ~ Palatka, Florida

I and my family enjoyed her friendship and her generosity to the school system will not be forgotten. She will always be remembered.

Vince Tubman  ~ Ocala, Fl

So sorry to hear of Stella's passing. She was certainly a good friend to many people in Putnam County and always a defender of those being mistreated by the the government. She took up many people's cause and tried to help them. I will always appreciate all she did for my father, Leslie Wells, for the 11 years they were married, her love and devotion to him, and the wonderful care she took of him right up to his death in 1989. I know they are together now. 

Mary Wells Lisle ~ Palatka, Florida

A wonderful lady who thought more of other people than she did for herself. She will be greatly missed.

Ruthie  McDaniel ~  Palatka Fl

Stella will be missed but her memory lives on.  She was a very special woman.

Sharon Varnes ~ Palatka, Florida

Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of need.  She was a wonderful lady.

Joann Cockrell Atkinson ~ Bunnell, Florida

Family of Stella Wells....We were saddened to learn of Stella's death.  We have always admired and appreciated her faithful "watching out" for Putnam County citizens, her grit and her courage.  We all have lost a friend and caring advocate.  Now who will take up the causes she fought for? With love and respect,

Joe Hough UF Comptroller Emeritus
Jeri Hough, Retired Nurse

Joe & Jeri Hough ~ Melrose, FL 32666

The Register Family wants to you to know that you and your families are in our prayers

Tami Register ~ Hastings, Fl.

I miss your phone calls in the late evening, about things weighing heavy on your mind, & even though you'd get angry, your heart remained gentle & kind.You took on peoples pain & fears, as though they were your own, Regardless of age or gender, we never felt alone. I have no doubts you're now at peace & with our Lord today, Because your courage & your strength was your guide in every way. You gave so much to many, Through laughter & some tears, Just knowing that you loved us, Will comfort us for many years.
Our Friend, You Will Be Missed!
Jane & Horace Hamby

Jane Hamby ~ Pomona Park, FL

Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. May God confort you in this time of grief. Stella was a good wife to Daddy. It conforts me to know they are together again. 

 Evelyn Wells Owen & family ~ Stone Mountain, GA

Benjie and family, earth has no sorrow heaven can't hold.  Hold on to GOd's unchanging hands and realize he's to wise to make a mistake and he is just to know the difference.  God only comes back and pick the very best.  Ms. Stella was a great assest to my dear Uncle Leroy Turner and wife Florence, Pomona Park, FL, they loved Ms. Wells like their very own and I know she will be greatly missed. Ms. Wells always greeted you with a friendly smile, and a warm heart. Family trust in God to guide, lead and direct you.  If it's anything my family and I can do for you and your family in your time of sorrow let us know.  May the Good Lord continue to drape his loving arms of protection around you and your family.  God Bless
The Turners, The Washingtons,
The Campbells, With Love

Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Washington, Jr. ~ Wesley Chapel Florida

One Day at a Time
You lived your life one day at a time.
The words you shared were always kind.
You loved us all with your whole heart.
It saddens us to be apart, and forever we hold you in our hearts
Today you stand in God's bright light.
Watching over us day and night.
In our hearts you will remain
Until the day we meet again...
Forever Your love will live on in our hearts and the hearts of those you touched.
We are so grateful to God for blessing our lives with the beautiful gift of you.
We miss you forever for you are now God's sweet angel, more than you can imagine.

Lena Turley ~ Lake Como, Florida

Stella will be remembered for her service to the community. She was a person who cared about preserving our history .
With Deepest sympathy, Tammy Young

Tammy Young ~ Pomona Park, Fl

It was an honor to be acquainted with Stella through Jack (her nephew) and Cathy Wetherington.  She was a very smart lady, quite a character and she knew her "stuff" very well.  One would have to rise up awfully early to ever "put one over" on Stella Wells!  My sympathy to her family and friends.  Putnam County has lost a great citizen.

Paula Cronin ~ Jacksonville, FL