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JAMES WELLS Obituary

James "Jim" W. Wells Jim was born Oct. 25, 1924 in Tacoma, WA and passed away on Feb. 21, 2011 at the Tacoma Lutheran Home, after a long series of illnesses. He is survived by his wife, Maxine of 64 years, a son Jerry Wells (Nancy) and a daughter Robyn Thornquist; a brother, John Wells (Carol), two sisters Florence Guthrie (Robert) and Mary Haynie (Donn) McLaughlin. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Florence Wells, a son Jim Wells, 4 brothers, Bud, Bob, Bill, Hugh, and one sister, Frances Rowley. Jim was well known in Tacoma for his ability as a sheet metal mechanic and superintendent. He was a longtime member of TOA. Services will be at St. Leo's Church Tuesday, March 8, at 12:10. Condolences can be made on the internet at www.Gaffneycares.com

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Mar. 2, 2011.

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Linda Williams

March 8, 2011

Uncle Jim was a fun guy. I remember visiting them when they lives on Hood Canal. He always made us laugh and went out of his way to make us feel comfortable and at home. I remember he and Aunt Max taking us for walks on the beach/oyster beds. I remember he was the only person I knew who had an elk foot doorstop (I was young & thought it was cool!haha) You will be missed Uncle Jim! Linda

Tom Moody

March 7, 2011

Jim ,was one of the BEST sheet metal workers ,here in the Tacoma area .The best shop foreman ever , well respected . It was cool that he was able to retire early and enjoy the fruits of life . I enjoyed the many years I worked under him ,although I beleive he enjoyed the warmth of the Mexican sun better . Jim , you are in a much better place now . Tom Moody from the old Tacoma sheet metal local union 150.
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