Mr Shel Wellins

Sheldon "Shel" Gary Wellins, 71, passed away on Saturday, October 24th, 2015 at Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage, California. He was born on March 21, 1944 in Los Angeles, California to Larry and Jeanette Wellins. Shel grew up in Pomona, California. He was the #1 player and captain of his high school tennis team. After graduating, he received a scholarship to the University of Wyoming for tennis but left after his Freshman year since he wasn't eligible to compete. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Berkeley, a Doctorate of Jurisprudence Degree from Hasting School of Law, and a Doctorate in Divinity. He served in the US Army, attaining the rank of Captain. He practiced law for over 45 years, was a law school instructor, Judge pro-tempore for LA County, a partner at CB Wealth Management, and a Claremont City Council member. But Shel will best be remembered as an incredible coach. He coached Women's Softball at COD for over 15 years, and was twice voted Foothill Conference 'Coach of the Year'. His best season was a record 45 wins to just 3 losses. He coached his teams to over 500 wins, a record that will likely stand for many years to come. He was also the Women's Golf Coach for many years and led the team to a state title. Shel married Cathy Brown Wellins in 1998 on New Years Eve in Palm Desert, California. He was an avid golfer and was a member of Redhills Country Club, The Lakes Country Club, and a current member of Bermuda Dunes Country Club where he served on the board. Shel was also a devoted Cal Bears football supporter and could be easily spotted on the roads of the desert driving his bright yellow Hummer plastered with Cal stickers as a testament to his loyalty. Shel was preceded in death by his parents, Larry and Jeanette Wellins. Shel is survived by his spouse Cathy; their sons Skylar Brown of Bermuda Dunes, Tanner Brown (Jenny Brown) of San Diego; his daughter Cori Wellins Lagao (Max Lagao) of Manhattan Beach California; his son Barry Wellins of Houston; his son Brian Wellins (Candy Wellins) of Austin; his brother Michael Wellins of Orange; and his grandchildren Luke, Olivia, Reagan and Charlie. And of course, his beloved huskies. A memorial service will be held at The Bermuda Dunes Country Club which is located at 42630 Adams Street, Indio, California from 12pm - 3pm on Saturday, November 7th. Any questions, please contact Cathy Brown Wellins at (760) 773-2133 or Cori Wellins at (310) 433-6633