Wells Family - Person Sheet
Wells Family - Person Sheet
NameRichard Dean Wells 
Birth6 Nov 1936, Enid, Garfield Co, OK
Death15 Oct 2023, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Co, OK
FatherGlenn Phillip Wells (1907-1972)
MotherFlorena Belle Hoffman (1911-1998)
Misc. Notes
He served as a Travelers Aid and American Tourist Volunteer for 13 years.
[Obituary] Oklahoman
Richard Dean Wells, Son of Glenn P. and Florina B. Wells, born November 6, 1936, in Enid, Oklahoma died October 15, 2023, at his home in Oklahoma City. He retired from the State of Oklahoma in 2000 after 38 years of service. He is survived by his wife of 66 years Linda, 4 Children, Brad and partner Jeff Bucklew of Seattle, Wa.; Rich and partner Annie Decamp of Aspen, Co.; Lynn and husband Mike Finley of Oklahoma City; Steve and wife Maggie of Palm Harbor, Fl. Also survived by 9 Grandchildren and 10 great Grandchildren. A celebration of Life will be held Thursday October 19, 2023, at 1:00 pm at Buchanan Funeral Home, 8712 N. Council Rd., Oklahoma City OK. 73132.
[Obituary] Buchanan Funeral Service
Richard Dean Wells, son of Glenn P. and Florena B. Wells, born November 6, 1936 in Enid, Oklahoma, died October 15, 2023 at his home in Oklahoma City. He retired from the State of Oklahoma in 2000 after 38 years of service. He is survived by Linda, his wife of 66 years and four children; Brad and partner Jeff Buckelew of Seattle, WA; Rich and partner Annie Decamp of Aspen, CO; Lynn and husband Mike Finley of Oklahoma City; Steve and wife Maggie of Palm Harbor, FL. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, Chris Finley, Emily Smith, Ashley Finley, Alex Wells, Eliza Wells, Jack Wells, Mary Wells, Madeleine Wells, Annie Wells, and ten great grandchildren.
A descendant of Cherokee Strip Land Run homesteaders and a lifelong Oklahoman, Richard was an avid Oklahoma history buff who, due to his work with the state, knew every highway, bi-way, and county road in Oklahoma.
Following an elected term as Justice of the Peace, Richard was employed by the State of Oklahoma for nearly 40 years, initially with the Department of Corrections and finally with the Division of Construction and Properties.
Richard was a big OU sports fan, enjoying many Saturdays in Norman, traveling for championship and bowl games, and watching softball. He enjoyed Hollywood and classic movies, especially westerns, and even appeared as an extra in a locally filmed movie. He loved nothing more than spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, never missing an activity or sporting event.
Since retirement, Richard spent his free time volunteering with many local organizations, including The Cowboy Hall of Fame, The North Oklahoma City Healthy Living Center, Will Rogers World Airport, the OKC National Memorial and the Oklahoma State Fair.
Whether on the ski slopes with the family, taking countless cross-country road trips, or riverboat cruising throughout Europe, Richard and Linda were travel enthusiasts.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in honor of Richard Wells of Oklahoma City.
A reception will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at Buchanan Funeral Service, 8712 N Council Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73132.
[Obituary] Oklahoman
Richard Dean Wells, Son of Glenn P. and Florina B. Wells, born November 6, 1936, in Enid, Oklahoma died October 15, 2023, at his home in Oklahoma City. He retired from the State of Oklahoma in 2000 after 38 years of service. He is survived by his wife of 66 years Linda, 4 Children, Brad and partner Jeff Bucklew of Seattle, Wa.; Rich and partner Annie Decamp of Aspen, Co.; Lynn and husband Mike Finley of Oklahoma City; Steve and wife Maggie of Palm Harbor, Fl. Also survived by 9 Grandchildren and 10 great Grandchildren. A celebration of Life will be held Thursday October 19, 2023, at 1:00 pm at Buchanan Funeral Home, 8712 N. Council Rd., Oklahoma City OK. 73132.
[Obituary] Buchanan Funeral Service
Richard Dean Wells, son of Glenn P. and Florena B. Wells, born November 6, 1936 in Enid, Oklahoma, died October 15, 2023 at his home in Oklahoma City. He retired from the State of Oklahoma in 2000 after 38 years of service. He is survived by Linda, his wife of 66 years and four children; Brad and partner Jeff Buckelew of Seattle, WA; Rich and partner Annie Decamp of Aspen, CO; Lynn and husband Mike Finley of Oklahoma City; Steve and wife Maggie of Palm Harbor, FL. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, Chris Finley, Emily Smith, Ashley Finley, Alex Wells, Eliza Wells, Jack Wells, Mary Wells, Madeleine Wells, Annie Wells, and ten great grandchildren.
A descendant of Cherokee Strip Land Run homesteaders and a lifelong Oklahoman, Richard was an avid Oklahoma history buff who, due to his work with the state, knew every highway, bi-way, and county road in Oklahoma.
Following an elected term as Justice of the Peace, Richard was employed by the State of Oklahoma for nearly 40 years, initially with the Department of Corrections and finally with the Division of Construction and Properties.
Richard was a big OU sports fan, enjoying many Saturdays in Norman, traveling for championship and bowl games, and watching softball. He enjoyed Hollywood and classic movies, especially westerns, and even appeared as an extra in a locally filmed movie. He loved nothing more than spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, never missing an activity or sporting event.
Since retirement, Richard spent his free time volunteering with many local organizations, including The Cowboy Hall of Fame, The North Oklahoma City Healthy Living Center, Will Rogers World Airport, the OKC National Memorial and the Oklahoma State Fair.
Whether on the ski slopes with the family, taking countless cross-country road trips, or riverboat cruising throughout Europe, Richard and Linda were travel enthusiasts.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in honor of Richard Wells of Oklahoma City.
A reception will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at Buchanan Funeral Service, 8712 N Council Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73132.