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Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Monday, August 28, 2023, for a visitation from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
A service celebrating his life and Homegoing will take place at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop Lawrence L. Kirby officiating.
His interment with Military Honors will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park.
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RACINE – Eddie Wells, passed away at Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center on his 92nd birthday, August 13, 2023.
He was born in McComb, MS on August 13, 1931, the son of the late Eddie and Leno (nee Plant) Wells, Sr. Eddie proudly served his nation with the US Army. He married Katherine “Kat” Thornton in 1996.
Eddie worked for many years as a chef for Amtrak. He attended St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church with Katherine. He enjoyed listening to jazz music, playing cards, and visiting casinos.
In addition to his loving wife, Eddie is survived by his daughters, Charmaine Hall, Ruth Wells, and Audrey Hester; his sister, Nancy Plant; a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews; especially his niece, Francine Bryant. He was preceded in death by his son, Robert E. Wells; his daughter, Pauline Hester-Shaw, and his stepson, Derick Bostick.
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Monday, August 28, 2023, for a visitation from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. A service celebrating his life and Homegoing will take place at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop Lawrence L. Kirby officiating. His interment with Military Honors will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park.
Pastor Della Jane Buckley says
Gone but never forgotten. Rest in peace with the Lord Jesus Christ!
Aletha Kimmons Slaughter says
Gone, but never forgotten
So sorry for your loss
Mae Tucker Williams says
My deepest condolences to Katherine and family. We have been long time neighbors and friends. My prayers are for you and all who loved Ed.
Kelley Williams says
My sympathy to the family! Prayers!
Joanne Tucker Powell & family says
Our condolences to Kat Wells and the Wells family. RIP Ed 🙏.
Patty and Ron Luttrell says
So sorry for your loss. I worked with “Papa” at Dairyland Greyhound Park. He was a joy and brought rounds of laughter. R.I.P. Eddie.
Gracie G Witherspoon says
⚘️’Auntie Kat’ , I am so sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. My deepest thoughts, prayers, and condolences are with you. May God bless you and keep you❣️
Angie Walker (Williams) says
Ed will be deeply missed. I could always count on seeing him sitting on the porch with a big smile. Praying for Kat (my neighbor for the majority of my life) and all who loved Ed.
Bettie Poole says
My deepest sympathy to the family for the loss of your husband, Ed. I’m praying for you, Katherine, and your family!
John and Mildred Perry says
We are SORRY for your loss Eddie and I golf together when I live in Racine. The family have our sympathy.
Maggie Cobb says
My condolence to you,Kay and the family .may God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Bobbie and Beverly Reynolds says
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Just know you are in our hearts. May God continue to give all of you strength. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾💐💐🩶
Tammi McCright says
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband. Katherine you are in my prayers.