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Anthony Paul Wells, 86, of Racine, longtime co-owner /operator of Wells Bros. Restaurant in Racine; beloved husband of Dorothy (nee: Stanislawski) Wells and dear father of James Wells, Robert (Jean) Wells and Lynn Wells; passed away peacefully at Parkside Manor in Kenosha on Monday evening, Nov. 18, 2013, following a courageous struggle with Parkinsons Disease and Lewey Body Dementia.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013, at 10:30 a.m. in St. Lucy Catholic Church, 3101 Drexel Avenue in Racine, with Rev. Mark R. Jones officiating. Entombment will follow in the mausoleum chapel of Holy Cross Cemetery, Hwy 32. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Friday from 4-7 p.m. (Roma Lodge service at 6 p.m.) and in the church on Saturday from 9:30 -10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Catherines Scholarship Fund, Froedtert & Medical College Parkinsons & Movement Disorders Program or to the Catholic Relief Services Typhoon Haiyan Fund have been suggested.
A heartfelt note of thanks to Parkside Manor staff and resident caregivers; Hospice Alliance; and to Dr. Sherif Gobrial for their compassionate care and support; and to all of our family & friends for the many acts of kindness and prayers offered during the past few years. May God bless all of you! Go easy and take gentle steps.
Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home & Crematory
4600 County Line Rd.
(corner of KR & 22nd Avenue)
Ph. 262-552-9000
www.draeger-langendorf.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Anthony Wells
Shari Stefani
November 29, 2013
Dorothy&Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family. Cherish the wonderful memories you had with your Husband, and Dad. Mike & Shari stefani
tom and joanne greene
November 28, 2013
sorry to hear the passing of Tony. our hearts and prayers go out to the Wells family
Lenny Stanton
November 26, 2013
Tony was a kind person. He will be missed but fondly remembered. I worked for Tony & Guy through high school & continued to as I furthered my schooling. They went above & beyond in creating opportunities for me to continue my schooling & provide me enough hrs to fit my schedule. They even offered me odd jobs outside the restaurant. I have special memories of many times spent talking about things w/Tony as we opened up in the early morning hrs to get ready for the day. He genuinely cared about my future & always had time to talk about anything. The world would b be a better place w/more like Tony.
Bob Loy
November 24, 2013
Sorry to hear from Beth Ann of Tonys passing!
November 24, 2013
Dear Dorothy, Prue & I were deeply saddened to read of "Peanuts" passing. He was truly a great guy & fine gentleman. We knew him for many years and he was always happy and friendly with a smile for everyone. May God Bless "Peanuts" with Eternal Life and May God Bless Your Family with Fond Memories of your Years of Love and Good Times with "Peanuts".Our Love to You and your loved ones. Rod & Prue Hermes
Joe "Peppie" DeRosa
November 24, 2013
So sad to hear of "Peanuts's"passing. As a 6 year old imigrant the Wells Bros corner wasmy second home and later the restaurant my place to enjoy meals and his company. He was a true gentleman
Artie and Barbara Greco
November 23, 2013
I have many memories of the Wells family. Peanuts and I were altar boys together. I think Gene Molinaro and myself spent more time at the restaurant than at home. It was a favorite place to be. If you look hard enough you will find many names including mine scratched into the brick walls!
The Wells family are in our prayers.
Bill and Lisa Greco
November 23, 2013
Our sincere condolences to the family on you loss. Peanuts always had a smile and warm greeting for us at Wells Bros or Roma Lodge. A true gentleman.
Pat Fuhrman
November 22, 2013
On behalf of our Family, "The Ray Carls Family", (Pat (Carls)and Lee Fuhrman (Fuhrman Insurance Agency), a contribution has been sent to St. Catherine's HS Scholarship Fund in loving memory of Tony. Dad and Mom worked at Joseph Lawrence downtown and were frequent patrons of Wells Brothers. I remember them speaking so well of him. He and Dad are having a reunion in Heaven now! God Bless!
Tris Ruffalo
November 22, 2013
You're in our thoughts and prayers. Tony was a truly special person.
Tris and Barbara
Harold Jones
November 22, 2013
My sympathy to the family. Tony was a great fellow, and a good friend.
Casper Menes
November 21, 2013
Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the Wells family. I have many fond memories of "Peanuts". He was truly a remarkable man.
Casper & Elaine Menes
Dick and Zora Smith
November 21, 2013
We will miss you, Our Dear Friend.
November 21, 2013
We will miss you , our dear friend.
Dick and Zora
November 21, 2013
Many many good times at Wells Bros. with Peanut and Butch. RIP Tony, there should be more men in this world like you. Colette Monty Albright
November 21, 2013
Many, many good times at Wells Bros with Peanuts and Butch. RIP Tony, There should be more men in this world like you. Colette Monty Albright
Kelly Sanders
November 21, 2013
Tony was a kind and friendly boss. My brother and I both worked for him at Well's brothers in the mid 70's. It was a pleasure to know him and he always made sure I got home safely after work. A great guy, he was. Prayers to the family.
Clara& Don Pappenfuss
November 21, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the Wells Family in the loss of Tony-may your many memories comfort you at this difficult time!!! RIP Tony
Gene Despins
November 21, 2013
I have been going to Well's Brothers for 0ver (30) years as my Mother worked there for over (25) of them. You always felt like family there and Tony always greeted you with a warm smile. Racine has truly lost one of it's Icons. God Bless!
Jane and Bob Lehman
November 21, 2013
We send out deepest sympathy to Dorothy and the family. Tony will be remembered as a cherished friend and a genuine true blue person. To share time with Tony was a pleasure and always great fun.
Janice Riutta
November 21, 2013
My sincer condolences to the Wells family.
Gene Perrelle
November 21, 2013
Many fond memories of Tony's goodness and friendship. Go in peace.
Lonnie & Gene
Jerry DeMark
November 21, 2013
Dear Dorothy and family,
So sorry to hear on Tony's passing. He was a great guy. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Jerry DeMark
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