Sarah Wentz

Sarah Rebekah Wentz, 77, of Albemarle, passed away on  October 3, 2020 at the Clear Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Mint Hill, NC.

She was born on December 7, 1942 to Judson and Marie (Spivey) Smith of Albemarle NC. She attended Albemarle Schools for the duration of her grade and high school education. She later went on to achieve her Associates Degree. " Becky " was as a teacher for Albemarle Middle School where she thoroughly enjoyed making a positive impact on her students. On August 11th she married the love of her life, James L. Wentz, Sr, and they started their new life together in Albemarle NC.

She was a member of the Eastern Star organization where she was faithful and diligent to the cause.

Sarah is survived by her loving daughter, Pamela Carson of Salisbury, NC; son, Jimmy Wentz of Albemarle; granddaughter, Ashley Brittan, and grandson Jason Love.

She was preceded in death by father, Judson Smith; mother, Marie Smith; and husband, James Lee Wentz of 40 years.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2020, 11:00 am at the Stanly Memorial Gardens. These services will be private for family only.

Memorials are suggested to the Stanly County Historical Society or Hospice of Stanly and the Uwharrie, 960 North First Street, Albemarle, NC 28001.

Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle is serving the Wentz family. Online condolences may be made at www.hartsellfh.com