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John M. Wells, 91, a former Libertyville resident of many years, passed away October 2, 2016 in his home surrounded by his loving family. John was born May 15, 1925 in Champaign, IL to Oscar and Ara Wells. He enlisted in 1944 and served as a non-commissioned officer with the 11th Airborne Division, 511th Parachute Regiment in the battle for the Philippines, and was on the Occupation Force in Japan. On June 12, 1948 he married Patricia at St. Joseph’s Church, where they have been members for many years. John was employed at the Libertyville Post Office before joining Abbott, where he had a great career, traveling to Australia and Puerto Rico for the company. He retired after 30 years. John was a member of the Knights of Columbus and The American Legion. In his retirement, John loved fishing, golf, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Patricia nee Lambert, his children Thomas, Patricia (Jeff) Johnsen, Jane (Shawn) Oakley, Kathleen (John) Van Dien, Jennifer (Craig) Luedtke, Thomas Lambert Wells (Tina), 17 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Ara Wells, and grandson, Matthew Elliott. Funeral Mass will be October 8, 10:00a.m. at St. Joseph’s Parish Catholic Church, 121 E. Maple Ave., Libertyville. Visitation on Friday, October 7, 4:00 – 8:00p.m. at McMurrough Funeral Chapel, 101 Park Place, Libertyville. Memorial donations can be made to the American Diabetes Association. Funeral information 847-362-2626. Please sign guestbook at libertyvillefuneralhome.com
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Friday
7
October

Visitation

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday, October 7, 2016
McMurrough Funeral Chapel
101 Park Place
Libertyville, Illinois, United States
8473622626
Saturday
8
October

Funeral Mass

10:00 am - 11:00 am
Saturday, October 8, 2016
Saint Joseph Catholic Church
121 E. Maple Ave
Libertyville, Illinois, United States
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