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ROBERT WELLS Obituary

WELLS, Robert C. Age 66, of Boston, MA (formerly of Raleigh, NC, Washington, DC, New York City, San Francisco, Paris and London), passed away unexpectedly on the evening of September 9, 2025, while being treated for a heart condition. Survived by his beloved wife, Christine Petersen, with whom he shared 28 years of partnership, marriage, parenting and a life crammed full of memories; his adored daughter, Charlotte Wells; his two dogs, Reno and Monty, and a world of family and friends. Robert had a long, successful and varied career in public policy and corporate affairs, spending well over a decade with Citibank, as well as roles with Affymetrix, GE and the OECD among others. A Memorial Service will be held, Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 10:30 a.m., in Old South Church's Gordon Chapel, 645 Boylston St. (corner of Boylston and Dartmouth Streets), Boston, MA 02116. For condolences and/or directions, please visit: www.watermanboston.com 617-536-4110

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 12 to Sep. 14, 2025.

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10:30 a.m.

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645 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116

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Susan Valauri

September 13, 2025

Robert and I met in the early 80´s when we shared funky offices in downtown Raleigh - those digs are now a Bail Bond office.

We bonded over our legislative jobs and snuck out in the afternoon for freshly baked chocolate chip cookies.

As the "senior" lobbyist - Robert finishing up his legislative internship - I got a lead on a job with CitiBank. Unwilling to relocate to the Heartland, I passed along the opportunity to Robert. The rest, they say, is history.

He was my houseguest in Raleigh during various political events, and, later, my husband and I traveled to Boston for his wedding to Christine. It was truly joyful and so began a new chapter in his exuberant life.

He left an indelible mark and I will cherish my time with him. Sending prayers and love to Christene and his beloved daughter.

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