Lonny D. Wells Obituary
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Tom Banotai
November 9, 2024
We must never forget Lonny and all of those hero’s that gave their life serving their country. It’s been twenty years today since Lonny was taken from his family. My son Staff Sergeant Adam Banotai who served in 1st.Blt/8th Marines with Lonny and Ryan, has never forgotten his brothers in arms. He speaks of Lonny and Gunny Sgt. Ryan Shane often.
A Fellow Marine
May 30, 2022
On this Memorial Day 2022 - Years have passed but the respect, admiration and memories of Sgt Wells has not faded. Sgt, your legacy will live on for a lifetime in the Marines that had the distinct honor to serve with you!! Lifting your family up in prayer and hoping they find some measure of solace in knowing that you have not, nor ever will be forgotten. Semper Fidelis!
Charlie Gili
October 24, 2014
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and to also let the Wells Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one, Lonny D. Wells US Marine Sergeant. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
A fellow Marine
November 11, 2013
Sgt Wells,
Remembering you as we commemorated the 238th Birthday of our Corps yesterday and on this Veterans Day 2013. You made the ultimate sacrifice and your family has sacrificed so much as well. To the Wells Family, I pray that you know this warrior has not, nor ever will be forgotten!!!
Semper Fidelis!!
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November 26, 2012
Still not forgotten.In the month of the 9th anniversary of his passing, our family knows that his sacrifice was not in vane. We will eternally be grateful for Sgt. Wells.
Peggy Childers
November 10, 2011
November 9, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Lonny D. Wells:
Please accept my remembrance of Lonny on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Scott Wood
November 9, 2011
Lonny you were a true friend i miss you everyday and i pray that with the hell you endured you are gaurding the streets of heaven. i miss you brother. woody
A fellow Marine
May 30, 2011
Sgt Wells.....today, during a Memorial Day service at the Coastal Carolina Veterans Cemetery, I thought of you and all the warriors from the School of Infantry (East), I served with, that made the ultimate sacrifice. I pray your family finds solace in knowing that you have not been forgotten.
Peggy Childers
November 9, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Lonny D. Wells:
Remembering Lonny on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
November 8, 2009
God Bless your family. Lonny is not forgotten.
RPS
Yvonne Lynn Wells
October 6, 2009
I want to thank all of you for your kind and thoughtful words. Next month 11/09/2009 the 5 yr. anniversary of my sons death seems like yesterday.
I miss and love my baby son every day.
I will see him one day and thank him for protecting us all. Sgt. Lonny D. Wells thanks all his brothers in arms.
Kyle we love you too. All whom served with my son in 1/8th. Pray for our troops in harms way. Semper Fi
God Bless you all
In memory of my son Sgt. Lonny D. Wells
Love to all, from Lonny D's family
Kenna Larra
August 22, 2009
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Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
May 25, 2009
On this, Memorial Day 2009, we still remember you and honor you. Though years have passed since you made the ultimate sacrifice, your legacy continues to live on - YOU HAVE NOT BEEN FORGOTTEN!! To the Wells family......we pay homage and honor to you as well. I pray it brings you some comfort in knowing that your Marine is still on the minds and in the hearts of many.
Semper Fidelis!!
Peggy Childers
November 21, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Lonny D. Wells:
Lonny gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
In Memory of Lonny ~ (Debra Estep)
November 13, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Lonny, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
August 4, 2008
To the family and friends of Sgt. Wells,
I am so sorry for your loss.
My name is Maggie Selzer, and I am directing ‘Run for the Fallen 5K run/walk’ in Boalsburg, PA (just outside of State College) on August 24th, 2008. The event, held on the PA military Museum grounds, aims to keep alive the memory of all fallen soldiers, but particularly those from PA. All proceeds from the event will go to organizations that support the families of fallen soldiers and supports wounded soldiers.
I encourage you to learn more about the event at www.freewebs.com/runforthefallen5k/
index.htm.
The event is meant to keep alive the memories of brave men like Sgt. Wells.
If you have any questions, or would like to send a memory of Sgt. Wells to be included with the flag memorial that will be set up at this event, please contact me at (814) 571-8755 or
[email protected].
Donald Taylor
May 27, 2008
To the family of Lonny Wells, my God be with you on this memorial day. I happened to get to know Lonny and his family from me living just around the corner on 18th st. God bless all of you.
April 20, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Wells!
Mary Anne Scanlon
November 12, 2007
To Lonny's family. I just wanted to say I am very sorry for your loss. Words fail me but please know that I am grateful beyond belief that your son was willing to fight for my freedom. Again, Thank you for your tremendous sacrifice. My loving thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patti Holmes
November 11, 2007
Please know our thoughts and prayers are always with you.
Love,
Scott, Patti and Cory
Family of LCpl Jeffery S. Holmes, USMC
KIA 11/25/04 Fallujah
Kyle Gilg
November 11, 2007
I miss you so much Lonny!! Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. Dear family of Lonny's I'm so sorry about your loose. He made such a great impact on my life. He's my hero and role model. I love you all. Take care and Semper Fi.
Gail Gianforte
November 10, 2007
I so very proud that my son served with you. May God bless you. Happy Birthday.
Semper Fi,
Gail Gianforte & Family
Sgt. G's mom
Charlie and Karen Fredrickson
November 9, 2007
Over the last 3 years we have come to know each member of the Wells family. We feel we have come to know Lonny as well. We will never forget, we will not allow America to forget. May you find comfort in knowing that your 1/8 Bravo family remains with you in remembrance and love. Charlie and Karen Fredrickson
August 13, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 13, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Wells and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Julie Morgan
May 9, 2007
God Bless you, Sgt Wells. You gave with courage and heart, the ultimate sacrifice.I pray to be a worthy, good American and ever mindful of the sacrifices made by you and your comrades for our Freedom and our children's future.
You are a Great Hero to me......
Bob Patterson
February 21, 2007
Lonny is serving in God's Corps now.My son was in the 1/8 in Fallujah during the assault,too.My son drove amtracs,2nd Plt.C.Company.
Garnet Jenkins
November 9, 2006
Paying tribute to this Fine Young Hero, Sgt. Lonny D. Wells, on this second anniversary of the day he gave his life for our Country, with a Great Amount of Thanks for his Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
May Lonny rest safely, in the Caring Hands of God and know that he Truly is an American Hero.
May God's Loving Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Wells family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death,
nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
Revelations 21:4
May you find strength in your faith, comfort in God's love, and peace in knowing this country remembers Lonny's Sacrifice.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Noreen Doloughty
April 19, 2006
Jennifer and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Though I didn't know Lonny, from what I read he sounded like such a wonderful person. My father was killed in Vietnam, so I understand how difficult it is. I'll be thinking of all of you and if there is anything I can do, please let me know. Jennifer, I'm around my grandma's pretty often on the weekends--I hope we have a chance to talk sometime when I'm in the neighborhood.
Tom Gugliuzzas-Smith
December 21, 2005
Wells family:
It has been a little over a year since Lonny was taken from you. I continue to uphold you in my prayers. He will not be forgotten.
Mom, I hope you are feeling better. It is difficult, but know that others care.
Much Love
Tom
Tom Gugliuzzas-Smith
December 13, 2005
My heartfelt sympathy to the Well family in the loss of your dear son/husband/father/brother and hero Lonny. I did not know Lonny, (I lived in the Easton/Bangor PA area 50 yrs.) but my heart is broken and I am sadden for your loss of such a young man. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers.
I send each of you a hug from my heart. Children, always hold your dear father in your heart and make him proud of you.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Jean-Pierre Smith
August 13, 2005
Sgt. Lonny D. Wells your service to the United States of America and my freedoms are much appreciated. You are a hero for preserving my freedoms and the freedoms of the people of the world. GOD Bless and Thank You. My condolence goes out to the family of Lonny ... may his duty of selflessness be honored for life times to come.
Neena Hallock
July 9, 2005
I am the mother of a Marine who has served in Iraq. Please know that your sacrifice was not in vain. Because of brave men like your husband/son, so many others came home safely. Thank You for Lonny. May God Bless Your Families. Semper Fi
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