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Preston Wells Obituary

Wells Jr., Preston A. age 80 of Fort Lauderdale, passed on Tuesday, September 2, 2003 after a lengthy illness. Born in Chicago as the eldest son of Preston A. Wells and Lillian Shedd, he moved to Fort Lauderdale in 1972 from Winnetka, IL. He was a graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in chemical engineering. During WWII, he served with the U.S. Marine Corps and fought in two Iwo-Jima campaigns as an officer. He is survived by his loving wife, Marion; by daughter, Barbara Wells of Ft. Lauderdale and a loving family, and by many friends and business associates. A memorial visitation will be 6-9PM Thursday, September 4th at the funeral home with a 7:30PM prayer service. Memorial Services will be 11:00am on Friday, September 5th at St. Sebastian Catholic Church in Fort Lauderdale. In lien of flowers, donations may be made in his name to Holy Cross Hospital in care of Dr. Linda Groene, or to Heritage Foundation in Washington, DC. Arrangements were made by: FAIRCHILD FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER 299 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale Phone: 954-763-4488.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel on Sep. 3, 2003.

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Jack Flemm

September 30, 2019

PAW, you will always be the best thing that ever happened to me. Thank you for all your time,talent and treasure. My best, best friend EVER,

Barbara Wells

August 25, 2019

PAW was my father and I have the most cherished memories of our time together. I think of him every day day of my life along with his parents, Loni and Preston. He remains the light of my life. Barbara S. Wells

Eileen

September 9, 2003

Dick, you were one of the three kindest and most generous men I have ever known. It was a pleasure to be around you and your extended family...such a cherished treasure, all of you. May God Bless everyone in the Wells' family. I will always remember you and the joy you brought to me and my children. Thank you from my heart.

Bob Kramm

September 7, 2003

"Semper Fi!" and thanks for all you did!



Bob

Tom and May Meade

September 6, 2003

The world will sincerely miss this kind and generous man. We will especially miss his guided tours of lovely Las Olas Blvd and the open invitiation to return. Godbless and Godspeed Mr. Wells !!!

Bridget Houdek

September 5, 2003

During the years I have worked with Miller Construction I had the pleasure of working with Dick. You will truly be missed.

Bridget

Jeff Adani

September 4, 2003

I remember Dick Wells for his kindness, his words of wisdom and encouragement, his genuine smile, and especially for his help when he and others took me to the hospital after I had injured myself....He was an exceptional man....My sympathy to his family.

Matthew Voschin

September 4, 2003

Joyce and I send our sincere condolences.



Mr. Wells impressed me with his intellect and grace, and was one of the nicest people I have ever met. He had the rare quality of giving his full undivided attention to everyone he spoke with. After spending time with Dick Wells, the thought that usually crossed my mind was "This is a good person to emulate."



May he rest in peace.



Matt Voschin

Carina Sayers

September 3, 2003

Barb; Our thoughts are with you during this sad time. Courage, my dear friend. May all the good memories of your father bring you comfort . Much love, Carina

Brandy & Bruce

September 3, 2003

Barb- we will miss seeing you two on your morning walks. And who will forget the elephant party? Love to you and family. B&B

Patti Giraud

September 3, 2003

I have worked for Dick for 6 years. My heart aches for the loss of such a wonderful, kind man. May God rest his soul and bring comfort to his family and loved ones.

Kellie O'Boyle

September 3, 2003

I didn't know him personally, but my sister works for the Wells family. I've heard such wonderful things about Dick over the years. I know he will be missed dearly.

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