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Larry Wells Obituary

Larry E. Wells, 56, of Topeka passed away at his home on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2011. He was born Sept. 29, 1955 in Topeka; the son of Charles and Marie Ely Wells. He played football in high school and graduated from Seaman High School with the class of 1973. He owned Larry Wells Construction Co. Larry was a huge K-State fan, and loved his grandsons. He was married to Lynne on November 4, 1978 in Las Vegas, she survives at their home in Topeka. He is also survived by his children, Branden Wood and wife Lisa and their sons, Keegan, Carsen and Brayden, Justin Wood, Heidi Lokke and husband Scott and their son, Brekken, and a new son on the way, of Council Bluffs, Iowa; his mother, Marie Wells of Topeka; brothers, Charles Wells, Jr., David Wells and Wayne Wells all of Topeka and his sister Vickie Sims of Topeka. Mr. Wells will lie in state from 12-9 on Friday where the family will receive friends from 6-8 pm at Davidson Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, Oct. 29th at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association. To leave a message for the family, please visit www.davidsonfuneral.com. Larry E. Wells

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Oct. 27, 2011.

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Gretchen & Paul Abbott

November 10, 2011

Our thoughts have been with all of you!

Ike Wennihan

November 9, 2011

Lynne, Heidi, Branden, and Justin,

I'm so sorry for your loss. Larry was a great man who I only have good memories of. Cherish those memories and lean on each other in this difficult time.

Ike Wennihan

October 31, 2011

So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. May God be with you during your time of loss.

Phil and Cheryl Esser (Fort Worth, TX)

Leslie Noller

October 30, 2011

For Larrys family. We are so sorry for your loss, may the memories you have hold you over until you meet again. John and Leslie Noller.

Wayne Wells

October 29, 2011

Lynne,Heidie,Branden, Justin
Words are not enough,pictures are not enough but memories last a life time. Larry may not be with us but he will never ever be forgotten. He loved you guys more then life itself and was so proud of all of you. You will always be part of our lives and I will be there for you whenever you need me.My heart aches not being able to see him again and tell him how much he meant to me and how much I loved him but I will reflect back on all the great times and will someday hopefully become as good a person,father,husband and grandfather as Larry. I love you all so much.

David Wells

October 29, 2011

Lynne, Brandon, Justin & Heidi,

Im so sorry about Larry but he is in a better
place now. I lost a brother and my best
friend. Being so close in age and growing up
together we had alot of good times together.
Its going to be strange not to be able to
talk to him or just see him. As you know
Larry was a good person who would help anyone
who needed help. I look back now and see all the good times growing up on the farm,
doing all of the chores, playing baseball
as mickey mantle and roger maris or playing
basketball in the grainery. Then playing football at SEAMAN together, and also playing softball with all of our friends. I'll never forget you. Rest in peace. I will miss you forever.

Love David

Linda Trimpe

October 28, 2011

Lynne,
I am so sorry to hear about Larry. I remember some fun times back in the old days when John and I would come back to Topeka to visit our friends and family. My heart goes out to you knowing the pain you are suffering. Just always remember the wonderful and fun times you shared and know the Lord will walk with you through the rough times.
May Good Bless You and Your Family
Linda Trimpe - Houston, Texas

Danielle Good

October 28, 2011

Heidi, Lynn, Brandon & Justin,

I'm very sorry to hear of Larry's passing. My heart breaks for you all. Sending thoughts and love your way.

October 28, 2011

Lynne and family,
The Seaman Alumni Association send our love and sympathy to you. Larry will be missed by so many. Cherish your fond memories you had together. May the love and friendship of family and friends help comfort you at this time.

Norma Johnson Priddy
SHSAA President

Debbie Payne

October 28, 2011

Lynne, Heidi, Branden, and Justin,
So very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Cherish the times and memories that will always be with you of your special man.

American Heart Association

October 28, 2011

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

October 27, 2011

I'm so sorry for your loss. Larry was such a great man. Thinking of you all during your time of sorrow.
Love, Jamie Hutchens (Pollman)

Mary Hunninghake

October 27, 2011

Lynn, so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and your family.

October 27, 2011

Lynne,
Praying peace and comfort over you and your family.
Mike and Diane Malloy

October 27, 2011

LYNN & FAMILY I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.I HAD A LOT OF FUN WITH LARRY ON VARIOUS PROJECTS HE DID FOR BERNICE & I OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL, LARRY WILL BE MISSED BY ALL. TOM CHAFFEE

Pam and Ray Smith

October 27, 2011

We're so sorry to hear the news about Larry...He was a kind man, husband, father and grandfather. Lynne and kids, you are all in our prayers.

Bill & Rhonda Sand

October 27, 2011

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Larry worked on our house last winter and did a spectacular job. I was also in school with Larry at Seaman. He was a great guy and worked so hard to please us during the renovation on our home. He spoke frequently about his family and absolutely adored his grandchildren. We only wish he could have had many more years to enjoy those he loved. Cherish those wonderful memories. I'm sure he lived every day to it's fullest. Our prayers are with the entire family.

Connie Bailey

October 27, 2011

Lynne, Sorry to hear about Larry. I know this has to hurt you since you lost your first husband when Justin was a baby, but just know that Larry and him are together in Heaven constructing a big Mansion for all of us. I will always be around if you need a friend. May God be with you and the kids and grandkids through all this.
SGT.Connie Bailey (Class of 1975)

Shantel and Jerry Gibson

October 27, 2011

Heidi, Lynne, Branden and Justin; We are sad to hear about the loss of Larry. He was a wonderful man that will not be forgotten. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Robert&Pam Wood

October 27, 2011

Lynn & Family, We are very sorry to hear about Larry's passing. Our thought's and prayers are with you.

Scott and Angela Treinen

October 27, 2011

Thinking of all of you in this time of sorrow. May you always cherish the memories you had with him as he was the best Grandpa ever :-)

Robert & Debby Aldrine

October 27, 2011

Lynn and family,
Very sorry to hear about Larry. May your fond memories, love of God, family, and friends sustain you through this time.

Jody Broughton

October 27, 2011

Heidi, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Treasure your memories - they are yours to keep forever.
Sending hugs to you and your family.

October 27, 2011

Larry's Family Our Thoughts & Prayers are with you all. Remember the good times, it may help with some of the pain. Terry & Debbie Patton (Topeka,Ks.)

Chad, Jen, Carson & Cooper Brading

October 27, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you!! We are so sorry for your loss, and hope the wonderful memories will help you through this difficult time! Much love

October 27, 2011

Lynn & Family,

I am so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this very trying time. I will always have so many happy memories of a great friend and person.

Steve Bay
Fort Worth, Texas

Mark and Donna Gibson

October 27, 2011

Lynn, Bradan, Justin and Heidi

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Larry will be remembered by all as a generous and kind man. We have found memories of baseball, the annual Chief/Raider football, bbq's etc.

Mark and Donna Gibson, Phoenix Az

Jaclyn Ortega-Guay

October 27, 2011

Branden, Justin, Heidi & families,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I personally know the pain of losing a father & grandfather. Please know you're in our thoughts at this painful time.

May you find comfort in the arms of each other.

Nicki Brandenburg (DeWilde)

October 27, 2011

Lynn & Family-
I'm really sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Take life one day at a time and cherish all the fond memories you have of him. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Debbie Millard

October 27, 2011

Rest in Peace uncle Larry..you will be missed deeply..

Leslie Hallgren

October 27, 2011

Lynn & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the love of family and friends comfort you in this time of need.

October 27, 2011

Lynn & family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Larry is a great guy and will truly be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Gary & Becky Cox

Terry Brown

October 27, 2011

Lynn, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, in this time of sorrow.

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