DOUGLAS KEITH WELLS

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DOUGLAS KEITH WELLS It is with sorrow that the family announces the sudden passing of Douglas Keith Wells on Friday, October 27, 2000 at the age of 75 years. He leaves to mourn his loving wife Velma of 50 years; daughter Lois Watson (Case), daughter Joan Moffatt (Neil), and son Donovan Wells; his ten grandchildren, Chris, Marilyn (Stuart), Kelsey, Lani, Katie, Kendall, Becci, Barrett, Blaine and Hilary; brother Alan (Muriel) and their children Heather (Jeff) and Gary (Laura) sister-in-law Winnie and her children Gerry (Gabe), Judi and Glenn (Lorna) and their families; sisters-in-law Barb Turner, Maudie Turner and Jen Turner, brother-in-law Alec (Betty) and their families. He was predeceased by his parents Pat and Effie Wells, brother Ken, sister-in-law Joy Dunsmore and brothers-in-law Herb and Cliff Turner. Doug was born on June 11, 1925. He had the privilege of living and working on the same farm on which he was born and raised. He took over the family farm to become the third generation on the century old homestead. Doug took great pride in his home, the crops and the livestock. He always had to be busy doing something outside whether it be harvesting, chopping wood, gathering eggs, or simply working in the yard that he loved. He was happiest when he was home on the farm. Doug loved going for drives to see the countryside and enjoyed the company of his family, friends and relatives. Doug was always interested in community and church affairs. He served as a trustee of the Wellwood School District and participated in the Wellwood Community Club and the United Grain Growers Local. He was the treasurer of Wellwood Presbyterian Church for 33 years and latterly was an elder. He will be greatly missed by the people who knew him. The family wishes to express sincere appreciation to all those people who have been so kind, generous and supportive during this time. Special thanks to the people who rendered assistance at the scene, the Carberry ambulance personnel, Dr. T.F. Beveridge, and the nursing staff for their excellent care and compassion. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, November 1 in Knox Presbyterian Church, Neepawa at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Gladys Anderson officiating. A private family committal service will take place at the Wellwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations may be made to the charity of their choice. Whites Funeral Home, Neepawa are in charge of the arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 01, 2000