Elizabeth Wells Vester, age 86, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2012. Born in Franklin County on June 07, 1925, she was the daughter of the late Roy Fletcher Wells and Mary Cottrell Wells. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 26 years, Rufus Vester; two brothers, Robert Edward Wells and Roy Wells; and sister, Carolyn Wells Duke.

She is survived by her sister, Louise Mullen of Louisburg;  brother-in-law, James H. Duke; and many nieces and nephews.

A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. Monday, January 23, 2012 at Elmwood Cemetery in Henderson with Rev. Ron Gibson officiating.

Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, Rocky Mount.