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He was born in Port Jervis, NY, the son of F. Lyle and Elizabeth Wells and brother Phillip who predeceased him.
Paul is survived by his beloved wife Jan, for 52 years, daughter Beth and son in law Mike, son David, son Mark and wife Cathy, 7 Grandsons, and 4 Great grandchildren
Paul worked with his Dad at Wells Candy in Port Jervis NY. Paul served in the U S AirForce, graduated from West Virginia Wesleyan, and got his Masters of Divinity from Drew University. He served Pond Eddy UMC, Belvidere UMC, and Mendham UMC. He worked at Warren Hospital as a Social Worker. He was Pastor of Visitation at Trinity and had the honor of serving Trinity Church as a Volunteer Pastor up to now.
Paul was skilled at stained glass and loved giving them away.
He loved life, the Church, and above all his family and felt everyday was a gift.
Calling hours will be Friday, January 17, 2025 from 2-5 pm at Cochran Funeral Home, Inc., 905 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J, 07840
The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Trinity United Methodist Church, 213 Main Street, Hackettstown, N.J, with Rev. Erica Munoz officiating, Burial will be in Pequest Union Cemetery, Great Meadows, NJ, following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Paul L. Wells Scholarship Fund Trinity Church, 213 Main Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840.
For those wishing to leave online condolences for the family, please visit, www.cochranfuneral.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Linda welles
June 10, 2025
Dear Jan & family,
We just learned of Paul´s passing today. Although much time has passed, we are sure his absence is felt. He was a wonderful, loving man, husband and father. Thinking of you all and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Chris and Linda Welles
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