Glenn Curtis Wells obituary

Glenn Curtis Wells

10/18/1924 - 6/27/2019

Obituary For Glenn Curtis Wells

Glenn Curtis Wells, 94, of Steubenville, Ohio, passed away June 27, 2019 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born to the late Sylvester and Oma Weeks Wells on October 18, 1924 in New Alexandria, Ohio. He was preceded also in death by his brothers Allen C. and Ross L. Wells. He was a member of Triumph of the Cross (Holy Rosary) Catholic Church and former board member of Jefferson County Historical Society. Glenn graduated from Brilliant High School and served in the US Navy as a Radioman third class V6 USNR. He is retired President of Wells Construction Co. and West End Excavating and built a multitude of houses and offices. Glenn was a sports enthusiast, loved family get togethers, golf and bowling. He was a gifted conversationalist and never meet a stranger. He is survived by his wife of 71 years Marcella Peterson Wells and their children Richard (Tina) of Steubenville, Karen (Michael) Albrink of Tampa, Florida, Roger (Sharon) of Steubenville, Janet (David) Thompson of Virginia Beach, Virginia, Patty (Jeff) North of Hilton Head, South Carolina and John (Gillian) of South Barrington, Illinois; grandchildren Chris, Lauren, Susan, Kevin, Layne, Morgan and Kate Wells, Kelly and Shannon Albrink, Ryan Thompson, Danielle Brickhouse, Phillip and Clayton North and great granddaughter Ella Brickhouse. Friends may call at Triumph of the Cross (Holy Rosary) Catholic Church, 204 Rosemont Avenue, Steubenville on Friday, July 5, 2019 from 10 until the time of funeral liturgy with mass at 11:30 a.m. with Fr. Thomas Nau celebrant. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary where the Ohio Valley Veterans Memorial Squad will accord full military honors. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to be directed to Valley Hospice or Jefferson County Historical Society.

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09/03/2024

Cheryl J Skinner, Tri-state Military Veterans Museum

May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of Glenn Curtis Wells, give you peace, comfort and strength... Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers to the family of .... US Navy Veteran, Glenn Curtis Wells, is "A True American Hero" God Bless† † Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
09/03/2024

Mike and Michele Berarducci

Deepest sympathies to Marcella and her family and children on Glenn's recent passing. Quite a special fellow who always made us a part of his family. Rest in peace dear friend
09/03/2024

Mark Spindler

Prayers for the family 🙏
09/03/2024

Rev.Arthur C. Wells & Marlene J. Wells

My Grandfather was Edward C. Wells, My father was Ralph C. Wells. I wish to share my condolences to the family. I am certain that Our Savior will put his arms around your family at this time of loss in your life of, Glenn. Our prayers are with during this time. May His Holy Spirit comfort you at this time.
09/03/2024

Evan Moore

My family and I send our condolences! Praying for the family!
09/03/2024

sandie richey

sending our love and prayers for a friend that we have known over the many many years, rest in peace and love to his family sandie and rich richey and richey cement contractors
09/03/2024

JoAnn Brettell Dunham

Marcella, John, and family. My deepest condolences on the passing of Glenn. RIP, Glenn
09/03/2024

Jack Alexander

To John and the entire Wells family - so sad to hear about you dad's passing. My deepest sympathies and prayers to you all. Cherish the memories 🕯🕯
09/03/2024

David Hoover

To the Wells family, thinking of you all week and remembering your great dad. He was a big part of my growing up with Patty as my good friend. I cherish the times we spent together and being a friend of the family.Fondly,David Hoover
09/03/2024

Corky Cavanaugh

Ann and I would love to offer our condolences to Marcella and the family. I have met some of you, John and I played a little golf together. I see one of you live just north of me in Tampa. We live in Bradenton. John being the golfer in the family. I would love for you and other golfers in the family to join me to play at The Concession Golf Club

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