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Oris Wells Obituary


  
ORIS H. WELLS  
On Friday, May 6, 2011 of Beltsville, MD. Beloved husband of the late Oleeta Gilmer Wells; father of Sandra Wells, Helen Parker, Bernard Wells and the late Ronald Wells. Also survived by five grandchildren, two great-grandsons and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. Relatives and friends may call at Walker Memorial Baptist Church, 2020 13th Street, NW, Washington, DC, on Monday, May 16 from 10 to 11 a.m. where Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. Interment MD Veteran's Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, National Capital Area, 3701 Pender Drive, # 400, Fairfax, VA 22030.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on May 13, 2011.

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John & Donnell Miller

May 23, 2011

Sandra, It was our pleasure to have shared your father's life through our conversations. May your wealth of pleasant memories comfort you in the days to come.

Richard & Lessie Boyce

May 15, 2011

We will always remember Uncle Oris through our many memories of those loving and welcoming gatherings we shared, He will surely be missed. May God Bless you all through these heartfelt times. We Love You.

Leon and Louise Sims

May 14, 2011

Helen and Sandra and family, you have our deepest sympathy and prayers. May God continue to keep you in perfect peace during this time.

Gail Arrington-Jones

May 13, 2011

Sandra and Helen, sending my condolences to you and your family. May God keep you in perfect peace during this time.

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