Phelps-Son Funeral Home, Inc.

     Russell Eugene Wells, age 77 of Springfield, Ohio, formerly of Van Lear, Kentucky passed away peacefully at the Springfield Regional Hospital in Springfield, Ohio following a brief illness. Born July 9, 1944 in Van Lear, Kentucky to the late Beecher Wells and Margie Goble Wells.

     Russ served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era in France. He retired from Cooper Energy where he was a journeyman tool maker. He was an avid music lover who played several stringed instruments, including the guitar, banjo, mandolin and violin.

     He is survived by his daughter, Nanci Hurst-Curtin (Steve); son, Adams Wells (Ashley); grandchildren: Alexandra and Caleb Saucedo, Cayden and Carter Wells; brothers: Roger and Wayne Wells; sisters: Judy Delong (Bill) and Phyllis Blevins; special nephew, Eric Wells (Michelle). Many nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive.

     Friends may visit at the Phelps & Son Funeral Home on Monday, November 15, 2021 from 5:00-9:00pm. There will be no public funeral service per Mr. Wells request. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.




 

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