Longtime Nurse Sherri E. Wells Harrell Passes Away at 69

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Sherri E. Wells Harrell, a 69-year-old registered nurse from Cairo, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on March 4, 2026. Harrell spent her career as a compassionate caregiver, working at Pinewood Nursing Center in Whigham before retiring. She was also a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Cairo and cherished her role as a caretaker for her mother, Lila, until her passing.

Why it matters

Harrell's passing marks the loss of a dedicated healthcare worker who spent decades putting the needs of others first. Her commitment to nursing and caring for her community reflects the vital role that compassionate caregivers play, especially in smaller towns and rural areas.

The details

Harrell was born on September 2, 1956 in Bainbridge, Georgia to Clifton Wells and Lila Jean Dykes Wells. She is survived by her daughter Evy Harrell Malicoat, siblings John Wells, Julie Wells Hairr, and Marvin Wells, as well as several nieces and nephews. Harrell was preceded in death by her parents and another daughter, Bonnie Harrell.

• Sherri E. Wells Harrell passed away on March 4, 2026.
• Funeral services for Harrell were held on March 10, 2026.