Lonnie Wells Obituary

I had the great privilege of working along side Lonny on the USS constellation CV-64 from 1984-1989, i remember him fondly, and as over 30 years have passed i look up old names and just say the sad news of his passing, he was a damn fine sailor and friend, knowing he has passed serving others brings me sadness and pride, i am very sorry for your loss

TO THE WELL'S AND JACKSON FAMILIES. I DID NOT HAVE THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING MICHAEL;HOWEVER, OBSERVING THE MANY HEARTS HE TOUCHED, EXEMPLIFIES WHY THE GOOD LORD CALLED HIS SOLDIER HOME.

PEACE AND MUCH LOVE, MS. ELLA WEAVER--GOD DAUGHTER OF MINNIE BRIDGES (MICHAEL'S COUSIN)

Gwen & Deja,
The Rose -
A rose once grew, where all could see; sheltered beside a garden wall; And as the days passed swiftly by, it spread its branches, straight and tall. One day, a beam of light, shone through a crevice that had opened wide - the rose bent gently toward its warmth, then passed beyond to the other side. Now you who deeply feel its loss, be comforted, the rose blooms there; its' beauty even greater now, nurtured by God's own loving care. -- Mike is safe in God's care now.
Our prayers are surrounding you. "And when they raised their eyes, they saw no one but Jesus only - Matthew 17:8"

God is covering you both under the wings of his care; keeping looking up.

Thinking of you both today with so much love.
Lorenza and Ruby Ellison

You probably don't know me but I'm Steve Dunbar's [a co-worker] step daughter. I was in the car with Mr. Steve when he got the call we were on the way to his moms house but we turned that car around as fast as we could. I'm so sorry about Mr. Lonnie's Death. He is in my prayers.

Baby boy I will miss you.

I had the honor and the priviledge of knowing and working with Lonnie at M.C.P.D for 6 months in 2005. He ALWAYS was so kind and mannerly, calling me "Miss Suzy",and when I would ask how his day was, he would say, "I'm blessed ma'am, I'm blessed!" We've had to say good-bye for now, but I will never forget that wonderful man, a hero that I know is in the arms of the Lord. My heartfelt condolences and prayers to family, friends and M.C.P.D.

Words could never describe the man so I will only say, I'll see you soon my brother, I will see you soon. Lord bring peace to the Wells family as we seek to live our lives in the manner in which MW lived his. Praise the Lord!

Regina and family,
May God comfort you during this time.

Gwen and children, Mrs. Wells, Alvin, Sammie, Lump and Gina. I love you all very much and will continue to pray that God will keep his loving arms around you all to help you through. May God bless each and everyone of you. Continue to smile and be blessed.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Dear family and friends of Mr.Wells
I did not have the pleasure of knowing him personally but just reading about how wonderful of a person he was has touched my life. I am so sorry for this tragic loss.
May you find comfort in memories and peace in the beauty of a sunset knowing he is smiling down on you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Our hearts are sadden for your lost. We know God is able and our trust and faith in Him is sufficient to see you through. May God bless each you is our prayer.

Deborah, Jamarr and Jerry Akins

To the Wells Family my deepest sympathy.
Dorothy and Willie Earl Goldwire

Although its difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking in memory help comfort you tomorrow.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Rest in Peace, Brother. We'll take it from here.

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Wells family. May time strengthen you and may your family find comfort in the Lord.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

May God Bless and keep each of you in His loving arms as you go through this time of bereavement.

Ms Hazel, ALvin, Lump, Regina, & Sammy; words could not express my
sorrow, may god bless each and every one of you.

To the Wells Family:
May God Bless and Keep You Is Our Prayer.

To Gwen & Deja,
At this difficult time, know that you are being thought of daily. My heart aches for you and I wish there was someway to remove the pain, but I can't, I CAN pray to God that he will give you the strength to face each new day. Mike was loved by some many people, and you're loved by many also. Let's hold onto the sweet memories and let God guide us through.
God can do all but fail.

For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Gwen & The Wells Family,

We love you, We're praying for your strength and just know that it's in God's hands. (Second Elizabeth Youth Ministry and Church Family, Quincy, Florida)

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you,Wells was truly a one of a kind, a big heart and a caring voice,he was one of the best and he will be missed for a long time to come

I am so sorry to hear about the lost of your husband and father. He was such a great man and caring individual. He died doing what he loved most helping people. The children and the community will truly miss him. Now he is in heaven doing work for the Lord. May God bless and keep all of you. Look to the hills from whence cometh your help.

may god give you AND YOUR FAMILY THE strength to heal. i met him at church and he had a very passionate spirit.

Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn's rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight.

May you take comfort in knowing that your loved one died doing what he loved. God will take care of him and you as well until you are together again.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.His presents will be missed in all our Subway Store.

May God Bless you and yours always. I have 1 daughter (Cay'La) that attends BMS, and to have such a wonderful person watch and care for your child is a wonderful feeling....You made our children feel safe, and thank you for being there for many children that needed your guidance. We are going to miss you both!! You are "Our Angels", and you both will never be forgotten.......

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

To the Wells family:
Our hearts go out to you along with our prayers. May God always carry you through.

The Coffey Family
Oak Hill Plantation - Golden Aspen
Moncks Corner, SC

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

To the Wells family: I just wanted to give you my sincerest regrets for your loss. I served with then Petty Officer Wells while he was assigned to the Navy Brig in Charleston until he retired. He was such a good natured person and easy to talk to. An easy transition into law enforcement for him because of his attributes. I will keep all of you in my prayers and may God bless you during this difficult time.

THE CREW AT SUNOCO ON SOUTH LIVE OAK DR., WISHES TO SEND THE WELLS FAMILY OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. WE HAD JUST SEEN OFFICER WELLS THAT MORNING AS HE STOPPED IN FOR HIS DAILY FOUNTAIN DRINK. HE SPOKE WITH ONE OF MY CASHIERS, AND AS HE STARTED TO LEAVE SHE TOLD HIM TO BE SAFE. I THINK WE'VE PLAYED THAT VIDEO OF HIM AT LEAST A 1000 TIMES.
MGR. PAULA MASSEY-POPE; SOPHIA WIGFALL, DESIREE ELDRIDGE, TAMMY CLARK, WILLIAM FARMER, TRACEY HENDRICKSON, PAULA VARNER, & SHAILA JOHNSON.

To Mrs.Wells and Children:
Officer Wells was a nice, sweet and giving person he loved to work with children and he inspired them to do better in school. He have touch the hearts of so many Students while being at Berkeley Middle School Because he was more than a school resource officer he was a friend a person you can talk to when you can't talk to anybody else.We will truly miss officer wells.

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

I am so sorry for your loss. Lonnie was an amazing role model in our community and my son respected him immensley. His heart was so big and so committed to the community and the children of Monck Corner. Peace be with you....

TO MRS. WELLS and children, and family members,
WE JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT OUR HEART ACHES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS AND THE GREAT LOSS TO OUR COMMUNITY. WE ARE SADDENED THAT SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON WAS CALLED TO BE AN ANGEL SO SOON. I CAN ONLY IMAGINE WHAT YOU AND YOUR BABIES MUST BE GOING THROUGH. PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU AND YOUR HUSBAND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS ARE LIFTED UP FOR YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES. WE PRAY FOR GOD TO GIVE YOU PEACE AND COMFORT DURING THIS VERY DIFFICULT AND SAD TIME.
GOD BLESS.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

To the Wells family:
May God continue to bless, an keep you, and watch over you during your time of grief. The family will always be in our prayers.

Gwen,

Remember, earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Mike was a wonderful person and I thank God to have put him and your family in my path way. God only took his own back and the reason he chose that flower because Mike has blosom and was ready to be pick. God needed help in heaven and now Mike is walking all around lending out his helping hand.

Betty Smith sister, your neighbor!

To The Wells Family, May God Bless you all during your loss. I passed Mr. Wells in Walmart and I felt like my angel was watching over me while I was there. I still know that he is a angel watching over ever one now. God Bless you all. Terry and Glenn Guerry

The Lost of Officer Wells has touched our small community. He is a hero in our eyes. I feel that I need to send his family my deepest sympathy and prayers. I wish things could of been so different. God bless you all.

Officer Wells has touched a community and brought them closer together by his heroic efforts. We didn't know him but we praise him. We thank him for the effort he but out for us. What we saw has left us with a broken heart and we greive with you. We send your family our deepest sympathy and our prayers will be with you daily.

To the Wells Family, my thought and prayers are with you and your family during this hard time. May God Bless Each One Of You.

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. HE WAS A BIG PART OF THE COMMUNITY.HE WILL BE REMEMBERED
FOR ALL HIS HARD WORK WITH CHILDREN
AND FOR LENDING A HELPING HAND OUTSIDE OF THE LINE OF DUTY.PLEASE KNOW WE ARE ALL THINKING AND PRAYING FOR YOU ALL.

Gwen and Family
May the love of all that are surrounding you and your family at this time give you some comfort, May the spirit of love in us all grieve with you in support of this season in you and your family's life right now I pray. I wish you enough of what ever it will take to get you and your family thru every minute of each passing day.

"May The Lord Keep Watch Between Me and The While We Are Absent One From Another Amen"

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God Bless them during this difficult time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this tragic time. May God be with you. He is one of the worlds truest Heros.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Wells family at this time of sorrow. Know that God is still in charge. God bless you.

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

To the Entire Wells Family: We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please
know that The thoughts of many here in Gainesville are with you at this time of sorrow. A prayer for peace will be left at the altar for you.

Sending prayers and sympathy to the Wells family from a Berkeley High student

To The Wells Family, Those we love remain a part of us " our loved ones leave the world , but never leave our hearts".
With Deepest Synpathy.

To The Wells Family, My heart goes out to all of you during this time of your heart felt sadness, but remember God will bring you thruogh it all, and bring you comfort in the days ahead.

The Wells family
Humble yourselfs in the sight of the Lord and he shall lift you up.You will be missed

DEAR GWEN AND FAMILY-I JUST LEARNED THAT IT WAS YOUR LOVED ONE THAT PASSED SUNDAY-MY HEART IS DEEPLY SADDENED. ALTHOUGH I DID NOT KNOW HIM,GWEN,I HAVE KNOWN YOU FOR MANY YEARS AND KNOW YOUR GENTLE SPIRIT. I PRAY FOR PEACE AND REST FOR YOU ALL AND THAT YOU WILL CONTINUE TO FEEL GODS LOVING ARMS SURROUND YOU NOW AND FOREVER. WITH MUCH LOVE,

No words will ever begin to ease the pain of this terrible and senseless loss of life. It was wrong for this to have happened. I am so sorry that it did and I will always remember Officer Wells as a man who loved all children and cared about them no matter what they were up against. I had the pleasure of seeing him with a child in a difficult situation and he handled the child with the greatest compassion and concern. Although he is now gone his memories will live on in our hearts forever.
To his family you will make it throught these difficult times remembering his greatness as a loving man to all.

My sincere sympathy to the family of Officer Wells. Mr. Wells set an example that we all should follow, young and old. I know you are very saddened by his loss, as we all are, but you are also very proud of this special man. He is in God's loving care now.
Margaret Watts

What can I say about a GREAT man who touched the lives of us all here at Berkeley Middle School. Officer Wells had a special love for the students.He was the only Father figure some of the students had. Officer Wells always had a possitive word and encouragement to give them.He gave to them from his heart. The Faculty and Staff along with the students here at Berkeley Middle has loss a part of our Family. Our prayers and Condolences go out to the Family of the late GREAT Officer Lonnie M. Wells."Over and Out".(His famous saying)

Our Deepest Sympathy To The family of The Late Mr. Lonnie Wells “and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be anymore pain.” Revelation 21:4,

Mrs. Wells, I would like to say to you and your family how deeply sorry we are about the loss of Officer Wells. My son was a student at BMS last year and I cannot tell you how fortunate we were to have Officer Wells there. When my son would get into trounble as youngsters often do he would call me personally and talk to me about it. He encouraged me and he encouraged my son. He saw his positive qualities when it seemed like no one else did. I will never forget him for that. Be encouraged by the number of those who loved him.

Gwen, when you called the Navy Locator section looking for Mr. Thompson and you told me what happen
my heart just went out to you. I hope Mr. Thompson got in touch with you. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. John 14:1

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family.

Linzell and Betty Brown Family

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.I didn't know officer Wells but my girls Britany and Mikayla Worten met him at a school event, they told me of his kindness and of his wonderful smile. He will be miss by many. I pray that God will give you all the strength to get through this. God Bless!

To the Entire Wells Family ~ Our deepest sympathy to each of you. I did not know Officer Wells personally, my son did. He has fond memories of him, and so sad to learned the news. He spoke very, very highly of Officer Wells. I am proud and happy that he leaves good memories for my son. "Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever" - Psalms 107. God Bless.

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

Officer Wells was a good man and he was my friend he always spoke to me with a smile on his face when I saw him in the hallways.He was a good person. He will be miss.My prayers go out to the family.

Officer Wells was my friend he always spoke to me when I passed him in the hallway. If I was in trouble he always helped me out.He was a good person and will be missed a lot.My prayers are with the family.

Officer Wells Was a Great man he was our friend I met him threw Berkeley Middle with my son's. He took the time to talk with us and help us he was a good man. He would call me just to tell me when my son's did something good. He always had a smile on his face. He didn't care where I was if he saw us he would always speak no matter what. He would truely be missed. No one could ever ask for a better frined that Officer Wells.Our prayers and thoughts go out to the family. May God be with you threw your trouble time.

And GOD shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. REVELATION 21:4


To Gwen and Deja, Lonnie Jr., Mother Wells, Lump, Alvin, Sammy and Gina:

My heart is HEAVY LADEN as I send out heart felt SYMPATHY to each of you doing these Trying times. I feel as though I've lost a BROTHER, a FRIEND, a whatever was needed at the time. This is the time that we need to LEAN heavily on the Lord knowing he will help us through. Words cannot express the LOVE that I have in my heart for each of you. Your minds should be at ease because MIKE did not have to ask for Premission to pass through the heavenly Gates, they were opened for him because he gave his ALL.

Mrs. Gwen and Deja,It is me Janell. My mother called from Japan to give me the news. I am so sorry for your loss. I know that you may never read this but if you do just know that I have nothing but fond memories of Mike. You know that he is loved by my whole family. The Patterson-Thompson family is always here for you. Raleigh is not that far of a drive! Love you both!!! Janell

To:The Wells Family,
With deepest sympathy on the passing of Lonnie. Wells is what I always called him. He was such a nice and down to earth person who loved his job and people. I know that God will keep you and bless you through this most difficult time. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.

Our hearts are broken and filled with tears. We loved our cousin and God-daddy "Mike". We know we Will see each other again. Rest in Peace and much love.

My prayes are with your family at this time of loss. May God Bless and keep you at this time.

To whom much is given much is required. Our prayers are with you in your time of loss.

OFFICER WELLS MAY BE A FALLEN HERO BUT, ALWAYS A GUARDIAN ANGEL IN OUR HEARTS. HE WILL BE SADLY MISSED. BLESS THE WELLS FAMILY AND LET YOUR MEMORIES COMFORT YOU ALWAYS.

Gwynn, I never met your husband, but I knew he had to be a wonderful man to be married to you. God bless you and your daughter. You are in my prayers.

Hello Gwen, I'm sorry for the lost of you're husband Lonnie Micheal Wells. He will be verymuch missed.
and I know that Daysha, and Little
Mike will miss him so much, my heart is broken with out my friend mike. God Bless you, And hang on in there, and keep being the strong woman, and wife Lonnie Wells married. I love you and you're family. And May The Peace Of Chris
Be with you. Love Little Mike's,Mother

Officer Well's Family,

Pfc. Lonnie Wells has and always will inspire me. He has touched my life and all of our lives in a unique way. The 1st time I met Wells; he said,"She is going to become a Cop one day." I just laughed when he told me that. He responed in telling me in saying."You and Meagan Bowen are going to be awesome Police Officers when you are older."
So, when I got a call Sunday stating what had happened, I could only think of him at the last Middle School dance...He was out on the dance floor bustin' his moves having a blast just like he always did!! So, Monday when I recieved another call about Stiles' passing...i knew then I was to become a Police Officer just like Officer Wells wanted me to!!
GOD BLESS OFFICER LONNIE WELLS!!!!

To the Wells Family:
No words can ever express the void that is left at Berkeley Middle School with the passing of Officer Wells. He was one of the most down to earth people I know. I wish for the family, God's Blessing in the days ahead.

To Gwen & Family

My prayers are with you and your family at this time. Know that during your hour of sorrow you are in the comforting arms of GOD. Be Blessed!

To the Wells Family:

Although I have never known Mr. Wells personally, I feel it necessary to extend my sincere condolences in the loss of someone you have held near and dear to your hearts. His contributions to the community have made a huge impact on the lives of many and for that, he will be greatly missed. May the memories that you all share help to sustain you now and in the days ahead. May God continue to bless your family for there is no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not unto thy own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge the Lord and He shall direct your paths. Proverbs 3:5-7

Gwen,

We have shared many things over the years and at this time I too share your grief . I remember how we all used to get together and have such great times and it seems just like it was yesterday. Mike will be missed dearly. It should bring you joy to know that he impacted the lives of others in such a joyful manner.

Just remember that earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

"Greater Love hath no man but that he lays down his life for a friend."

To Gwen and family,
I spoke to Mr Lonnie several times when he would come by and check on us during the holidays to make sure we were safe. He always talked about his "kids" at school. He did alot of good in this community and I hope everyone will follow his example. May God with all of you in your time of need.

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

I am both shocked and saddened at your loss. Lonnie is a fellow veteran and a wonderful friend to talk to when he came into the NEX. Please accept my condolences and my continued prayers.

While I was BMS I got to work with Lonnie. Just last year my wife met him adn was so impressed with his professionalism. He told her that if she had a problem with me to call him and he would "set him straight". It was the attitude and carisma that Lonnie gave with his smile that let you know you were his friend.

I will miss my friend and fellow ship-mate.

To Gwen & Deja,Lonnie Jr., Mother Wells,Alvin,Lump,Sammy,Gina and the Wells Family:

My heart is HEAVY LADEN as I send out heart felt Sympathy to each of you doing these TRYING times. I feel as though I've lost a BROTHER, a FRIEND, a whatever was needed at the time. This is the time that we need to LEAN heavily on the LORD knowing that he will help us through. Words cannot express the LOVE I have in my heart for each of you. Your minds should be at ease because MIKE did not have to pass through the heavenly Gates, They were opened for him because he gave his ALL. And GOD shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.

To Gwen and family, our prayers are with you all, keep the faith and remember that Earth has no sorrows that Heaven can not heal, God is able to help you and your family during these trying times.

To Gloria and Kids,
Just wanted you to know that my prayers are with you and the family during this time. Weeping may endure fir the night but joy comes in the morning. Hold close to the memories cause you know the Wells is resting in the arms of the Master for he make no mistakes.

It has really saddened me to hear about the loss of this great man. It makes me realize how precious and unpredictable life really is. May God give you all the strength and comfort you'll need. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

My heart goes out too the family.
I'm a parent of a child at the Middle School, I would like to think your husband for being a strong role-model in my childs life.
Thank you. He will be truely miss