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Wendell Towns Obituary
1949 - 2018
Wendell Westley Towns, 68, passed away April 20, 2018. A 1968 graduate of Columbus South High School, Wendell attended Mount Vernon Nazarene College where he graduated with an Associate degree in Arts in 1972. Wendell proudly served 26 years (1977 – 2003) as a Police Officer for the City of Columbus, Division of Police. During that time, he had a distinguished career winning the Silver Cross Award for his bravery in February of 1983, and Police Officer of the Month in March of 2003. Preceded in death by his father Fred Douglas Towns, mother Mildred Evelyn Wilson, sister Deborah Denise Towns and brother Fred Towns. He is survived by his sister, Brenda Eloistine Mitchell; nephew, Khari Alimayu Towns; two nieces, Afi Tene Smith and Lisa Tucker; and a host of other family and friends. Memorial Celebration 2 p.m. Monday, April 30, 2018 in the chapel of DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long St., where his family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the start of service. To send flowers or express condolences to the Towns family, please visit Wendell's online tribute wall at www.diehl-whittaker.com. Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, should be forwarded to the Cat Welfare Association.
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Jerry Jefferson
April 23, 2025
Miss you my friend had a lot of good times with you Mike Oden and your brother Fred playing basketball
Jerry Jefferson
April 5, 2024
Missing all of the good times you Mike Oden myself Pat Beasley and your brother Fred had playing basketball together
Susan Lowe
July 10, 2018
My condolences to Wendell's family and friends, especially his sister, Debbie, who was a much-admired classmate of mine at South HS. You're were blessed to have such a good man as your older brother. I hope that will comfort you when you can't just pick up the phone to talk to him.
Jim Dieter
April 30, 2018
Wendell was a kind classmate at MVNC. I remember loading up in a car and driving to the big city of Columbus, quite an experience for this rural boy! Til we meet again!
Patti Powers
April 30, 2018
So so sorry to read this...Wendell was a friend in our neighborhood in Delaware, Ohio.... He was a very kind man. He was so looking forward to having his sister living close by......Rest Well My Friend, Until we meet again...
April 30, 2018
Thanks, Wendell, for always being there for me. I miss you. Gar Phillips
Mike Hancock
April 30, 2018
On behalf of the class of 1972 of Mount Vernon Nazarene College, I express our sympathy and prayers to the family of Wendell Towns, our classmate and friend. Everyone looked up to Wendell! He was our superstar on the basketball court and our smiling friend on campus. I was his RA in the dorm our sophomore year, and he was actually a model resident. I am not surprised he served honorably as a Columbus police officer. God bless his memory and God bless those who will miss him so much.
April 29, 2018
The Strong and Silent type with a big heart caring compassionate nature and infectious smile. I know you're at peace Wendell but your kind spirit will be truly missed. REST ON HEAVEN.
Charles Sealy
April 29, 2018
Wendell you will be truly missed in this life time and I will always remember your smiling face.
BRIAN JOHNSON
April 28, 2018
Wendell andvmy mom KAREN WILLIAMS WERE TOGETHER FOR 18 years .they loved each other..and he will be truely missed
Karen Williams
April 28, 2018
In remembrance of Wendell Wesley towns my darling Wendell are spirits cross paths in life for a reason we loved cried and laughed with each other daily my best friend in my life my love of my life for 18 years our trips are quiet times will always be remembered until the end of time I thank God for our time on Earth together it was given to us for a reason I know I will see you again in Jesus name I thank God for our time on Earth together Our Father called you home and I will miss you daily I should have married you 15 years ago when you proposed to me Karen Williams your fiancee
-Karen Williams
keith
April 28, 2018
A very thoughtful and decent man.
John Galasso
April 28, 2018
Wll be sadly missed; Was a great person to work with; Wish I could attend his memorial; Prayers are with his family
April 28, 2018
Wendell was a legand at Mount Vernon Nazarene College. Among my greatest joys was watching him lead the Cougars basketball in the third and fourth year of the school. After a close lose at the Asbury tournament he pledged to bring home the trophy the following year. He kept that promise and it was the first tournement trophy in the schools history. He was always a hero to me and i respected him greatly for his service as a police officer. Was planning to try to get him to attend the schools 50th year reunion this Fall. May God richly bless and protect his family.
Denny Clevenger
April 28, 2018
Wendell was one of the Best Officers I've ever worked with. Very highly respected by his Brother & Sister officers. My prayers are with His family.
Belle Hillman
April 28, 2018
Gentle giant, kind-hearted, great personality and always a warm smile. My condolences to the family.
Dan Cockerham
April 28, 2018
The world just lost a once great Police Officer and a truly good man...we're going to miss you Wendell. Rest in peace.
Reina
April 27, 2018
We lost and Heaven gained a kind, sweet, loving soul. Rest in Heaven, Cousin. Love Reina, James II and James III
Mike Rhett
April 27, 2018
He was my first partner and one of the best men I know. He will be missed by many.
Tom Steckman
April 27, 2018
Not only were you a great police officer, you were a true and trusted friend. Always enjoyed being able to call you a friend!!
Tom Steckman
Glenn Eggleston Ret. Sgt. CPD
April 27, 2018
Sorry to hear of the passing of an old friend Wendell was a good officer and someone you could count on, one of the good guys. he will be missed by his many Police brothers and friends.
Diana Russell
April 27, 2018
You left us to soon!!!
Fishing bank is minus one.
RIP
Love
Diana
South High School Alumni Association
April 26, 2018
The South High School Alumni Association and its Board of Directors want to express our sympathy and send condolences at the death of your loved one. Our entire South High School family is diminished by his passing.
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