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James Wellman Obituary

Wellman James R. Wellman age 85, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Thursday, October 3, 2013. Retired from Owens Illinois and was a WWII US Navy Veteran. Preceded in death by parents Denver and Nora Wellman, brother Denver J. Wellman. Survived by wife of 53 years, Donna; sons, John (Abigail) Wellman, James (Eileen) Wellman, Joe (Mindy) Wellman and Craig (Rhonda) Parratt; grandchildren, Jason (Vickie) Wellman, Laura (Taylor) Carsten, Courtney (Bryan) Ward, Chris (Ashley) Wellman, Jordan Wellman, A.J. Wellman , Craig Parratt, Leighton Parratt, Shellena Tackett and Eric Hammond; 13 great-grandchildren; brother-in-law, Vaughn Chaffin; sister-in-law, Phyllis Wellman; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may call at O. R. WOODYARD CO. CHAPEL, 1346 S. High St, Monday 6 to 8 p.m. where funeral service will be held Tuesday 1 p.m. with Jordan Wellman officiating. Interment Obetz Cemetery. www.orwoodyard.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 5 to Oct. 7, 2013.

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October 7, 2013

As a young girl i babysat for buddy and Donna. I always enjoyed the atmosphere there. I am cousin to buddy and lost touch thru the years. I am saddened by his death saddened we lost touch. My prayers are with you all. Ada (spears) Davidson.Lillian (Woods) spears daughter.

Les and Teresa McG

October 5, 2013

With deepest sympathy. Jesus resurrection of Lazarus gives us hope for the future despite the sorrow we feel today.

Judy Conley

October 5, 2013

May God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow and, may your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories and of joyful times together as you celebrate a life that was well lived.

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