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Eric Wells Obituary

Eric Wells, born to Leon Wells and Claudia Smith Wells, left us with a wealth of cherished memories on Monday, September 13, 2021. In his own words, "I'll be limping along with my God for eternity, smiling all the way with a strut to my gait so all will know my limp is my stride. Love you always, be blessed." With no doubt, he loved his classmates of Roosevelt High School, Class of 1967 and his love for all special friends is immeasurable. He leaves to cherish his memories loving wife Cheryl Wells, children Erika Wells Gayfield (Andre), Joshua Wells, Kanesha Kirkwood and Kyesha Kirkwood; sisters Claudia C. Wells and Cynthia Powell; sister- in law Dr. Sonia D. Winslett; nephews James Wells and Bryan (Sheena) Powell; 11 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. A Celebration of Life Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at Dean and Barbara White Center, 6600 Broadway, Merrillville, IN from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. All condolences can be mailed to Cheryl Wells, 3580 Johnson St., Gary, IN 46408.

Published by Post-Tribune on Sep. 19, 2021.
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to my good friend you are the best miss you RIH.

willie j. moore

Friend

February 14, 2023

to my good friend and classmate the black and gold RIH

willie j. moore

Friend

October 10, 2022

My condolences to the Wells and extended families. May you Rest In Peace, Amen. Hector Medina; Gary Sanitary District

Hector Medina

Work

October 4, 2021

Eric was always one of my favorite people! Such a sense of humor, it could not be beat! I haven't been in touch with the family in years, but my love for each of you will never change. Aunt Claudia and Uncle Leon were my Godparents.
Love always,
Angela

angela white

September 23, 2021

To The Family of Eric Wells:
No one can prepare for a loss. However, you can take comfort in knowing that your loved one is now resting in the arms of our Lord, and you now have an Angel watching over you. Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss and God bless your family.

Aurelia & Gregory Weaver

Friend

September 21, 2021

Eric will be greatly missed but his warmth, kindness, and gentle spirit will be remembered forever.

Rea Ambrose-Gregory

School

September 21, 2021

Rest in peace, your time on this earth was well lived. You will be missed, so long, cousin Mike.

George Anderson

Family

September 21, 2021

You have always been there for me and I want thank God for allotting us the time we have shared on this Earth through Thick and thin

Frederick Nolan

September 20, 2021

My condolences to the family, from A classmate from the class of 1967.

Carol D. Blakemore

School

September 20, 2021

My sincere condolences to the Wells family. Eric was really a good guy. I feel blessed that he is my friend. He will be missed by those of us who knew and loved him. May God strengthen and comfort us during this time of bereavement. RIP my friend.

Pastor Melvin L Drake

Friend

September 20, 2021

Claudia and Cynthia, may loving memories of Eric bring you and your family comfort.

Judy Hall

Friend

September 20, 2021

Eric, though you are gone from our sight you are not gone from our hearts. I thank God in all my remembrance of you.

CAROLYN M/ ANDERSON

September 19, 2021

My Dear Eric brother cousin the fond memories that I have of you will be cherished forever and I will always remember the imparting words of wisdom and logic that you gave me Through the years. May you rest in peace, much love always
Sharon

Sharon Tayviah

Family

September 19, 2021

to the WELLS family my prayers are with you during this time ERIC was a great friend and classmate always had a smile on his face RIP my BLACK and GOLD friend may GOD bless your family.

WILLIE J.MOORE

Friend

September 19, 2021

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