Stephen Glen Sell

1954 - 2025

Stephen Glen Sell
09/09/1954 - 08/08/2025
Stephen "Steve" Glen Sell passed from this life to be with his Lord on August 8, 2025. He was born to loving parents, Joyce Ann Wheeler Sell and Marion Merle Sell in Mission, Texas on September 9, 1954. He was in Fort Worth, Texas when he lost his 10-year fight with various forms of cancer. He battled hard for his children and grandchildren!
In 1973, Steve graduated from Robert E. Lee High School, in Midland, Texas, and then attended Texas Christian University, in Fort Worth. After his graduation from TCU in 1977, he began his career in Fort Worth in the Oil and Gas industry with Southland Royalty. After a few years, Steve left Fort Worth and began his long and illustrious career as an independent producer and operator in Midland, Texas. He loved making deals!!! In Midland, he met Lisa Carole Welton, the mother of his children. While their marriage did not last, their mutual love and respect for each other remained until the final moment of his life.
Countless stories of Steve and his generosity have been shared with his family and friends. He was always the person to "give the shirt off his back" if needed. As remembered by Betty Starnes, founder of the Hillcrest School of Midland, a school built to give hope to students with learning differences: Steve brought his love, dedication, and unwavering support to many areas of his life, but Hillcrest School held a special place in his heart. The school was truly blessed by his guidance and passion. Steve never hesitated to step in wherever he could make a difference in the lives of the students and the community. He played a vital leadership role in recruiting new board members, organizing fundraising golf tournaments and dove hunts, and inspiring friends and business associates to contribute generously to Hillcrest's mission. Whether walking the halls, serving on the board, leading fundraisers, or simply showing up when needed, Steve's commitment never wavered. His steadfast support for all things Hillcrest rooted in genuine care for its mission and the children it serves left a lasting legacy. He was more than a board member; he was "all in" and his presence will be deeply missed.
He was always very involved with his children's activities. He would coach soccer and baseball, regardless of his knowledge of the sport. He loved camping with his children on Indian Princess and Guide trips, hunting with his boys, working with his daughter, water skiing on glassy waters, spending time with friends, Halloween and "hayrides," and watching his kids and grandchildren's sports and dance recitals. Steve was always known for having a good time, but most importantly, making sure those around him had a great time. In his final years, he moved to Lake Granbury where he loved cruising on his pontoon boat with friends and family and relaxing on his deck overlooking the lake. It was the ultimate place to spend time with his grandchildren.
Steve was a loving father, Supa, son, brother and friend; he will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Steve is survived by his son Taylor Sell and wife Jennifer, of Midland; Stephanie Hunt and husband Matthew, of Midland; Spencer Sell and wife Caitlin, of Aledo; their mother Lisa Sell, of Midland; his brother Richard Sell and wife Lyn, of Houston; niece Lauren Sell and husband Jonathan Bryce and their son Miles (Steve's great nephew), of Austin; and most importantly and most beloved grandchildren Caroline, Griffin, Parker, Margaret, and Colby.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the Hillcrest School of Midland, 2800 N. A Street, Midland, Texas 79705 and Angiosarcoma - Sarcoma Foundation of America, 9899 Main Street, Ste. 204, Damarcus, MD 20872.
A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, September 5, 2025 at First Presbyterian Church of Midland.