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Tara Wells Obituary

Tara (Francyk) Wells & John "Bret" Wells
August 7, 2019
We are deeply sad to announce the sudden passing of John Bret Wells, and Tara Francyk Wells on Wednesday August 7th, 2019. They are remembered, loved, and mourned by their daughter, Emily Wells, their dogs Mo and Bailey, Bret's siblings Sam Wells, Victor Wells, Sally Wells Burns, Tara's brothers Peter Francyk, David Francyk and Tara's mother Joni Phillipp. Their life is celebrated by everyone who knew them. Tara was an incredible speech pathologist and dedicated her life to helping children with special needs. Bret was an accomplished electrical engineer for Hill Air Force Base. Both Tara and Bret loved being parents to their daughter Emily Wells; she was the light of their lives. Tara loved to paint, read, play games and travel - especially to Hawaii. Bret loved to brew his own beer, build planes and fly them. Flying was Bret's passion, he often said "If I get reincarnated, I hope I get to be a bald eagle". They had both recently retired and planned to spend the rest of their days travelling together. Together, Tara and Bret built an exemplary life. They raised a remarkable daughter. Their hearts and their home were always open to family and friends. Their enthusiasm and joy for living was infectious, and a gift to those of us lucky enough to be included in their lives. There will be a family and friends' get-together this Sunday, August 18th, 2019 at Bell Canyon Park, 5:30-8pm to remember and celebrate this beautiful couple who touched so many people's lives. Family and friends are looking forward to celebrating the many accomplishments of Bret and Tara come springtime. A tentative date for this celebration is May 29th, 2020. For all who knew and loved them, their life is remembered and celebrated for their inspiration as parents, partners, family and community members, dedicated to the love of life and living.

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Published by Deseret News from Aug. 16 to Aug. 17, 2019.

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Glenn

October 2, 2024

Tara was my first girl friend!She was a wonderful person.I will remember her always.
Glenn

David Putman

September 5, 2019

I wish to express my condolences to the Wells family. I met Tara a couple of times and worked with Brett in the 1990s. At that time we were developing test programs for the F-16 and B-1B. It was fun working with Brett and our friendship continued after our careers at Hill took us on different paths.

Alan Claytor

August 19, 2019

I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Bret and Tara. I knew Bret for many years and always enjoyed seeing him at meetings and talking to him on the phone. It was always a pleasure. I never had the honor of meeting Tara, but there's no doubt she was incredible. I offer condolences to family and friends of Bret and Tara from the crew at the DRSN Test Facility.

Terri Totzke

August 17, 2019

Very, very sorry to read about this sad news. Heartfelt condolences to the families

Anita Mananquil

August 16, 2019

I did not have the pleasure of meeting Tara, but it sounds like she would have been a fabulous addition to my friend network. Brett, I will forever miss your infectious smile and engaging laugh.

A hui ho makou,
Until we meet again,
Aloha nui loa,
Much Love,
Anita Mananquil

At The Colombia restaurant outside Tampa in 2017

Lainie Byerly

August 15, 2019

Emily, words cannot express how very, very sorry I am for your loss. I never met your mom, but heard about you and your mom every day for many years while I worked with your dad. Bret was extremely intelligent and the most knowledgeable expert on the Red Switch network. He taught me everything I know about it, and never grew frustrated with all of my questions. We traveled a lot together, and he had a penchant for making me laugh. We visited a lot of microbreweries your dad enjoyed and ate a lot of great food. We also shared the same political beliefs--so we commiserated a lot over the election:). I pray you will find peace in knowing how loved you were by him--you made him extremely proud. God bless you.

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