RICHARD LLOYD WELLS

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RICHARD LLOYD WELLS September 29, 1927 - March 24, 2018 With sadness we announce the passing of Richard (Dick) Wells. He was predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Katherine Wells (Sivyer) and his first wife Doris Wells (Taylor). Dick is survived by his current wife Ena, daughter Donna Wells of Dick and Doris, son-in-law Jim Paton and his pride and joy, his grandchildren, Quinn, Sean, Brenna and Reilly. Also mourning his passing are Ena's daughter Asha Pereira (Grant Edwards) and stepgrandchildren, Sydney, Logan, Ally, Veronica and Marlo. Dick was born and raised on Leila Street in West Kildonan. Although an accomplished hockey player he played with the likes of Billy Mosienko, he chose to become a concert pianist and developed a love for Barbershop singing. Beginning in 1953, he joined the Golden Chordsmen in Winnipeg and went on to become their director and then moved to do the same with the Chimo Chordsmen in Saskatoon. He also loved arranging music for the choirs. He also taught music at Stony Mountain Penitentiary and was part of Schmockey Night. Over the years Dick collected many awards and accolades including Barbershopper of the Year. Dick worked for CN Rail from 1946 to 1992 in the claims department, first in Winnipeg and then transferred to Saskatoon. Dick enjoyed travelling and one of his favourite places was Victoria, BC. A couple of highlights was travelling with his dad to England and doing a tour of Germany during Oktoberfest with his Barbershop Quartet. A favourite memory of Donna's as a young girl was driving around with Dad in West Kildonan. He would point out where all his friends lived when he was young and how West Kildonan had changed over the years. A Celebration of Life service was held on Thursday, March 29, 2018 at Saskatoon Funeral Home, 306-244-5577.
Publish Date: Mar 31, 2018

RICHARD LLOYD WELLS September 29, 1927 - March 24, 2018 With sadness we announce the passing of Richard (Dick) Wells. He was predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Katherine Wells, and stepson Jai Pereira. Dick is survived by his wife Ena, daughter Donna Wells (Jim Paton) and his pride and joy, his grandchildren, Quinn, Sean, Brenna and Reilly. Also mourning his passing are Ena's daughter Asha Pereira (Grant Edwards) and stepgrandchildren, Sydney, Logan, Ally, Veronica and Marlo. Dick will be missed by his many family and friends. Dick was born and raised in Winnipeg, where he met the love of his life, Ena. Together they moved to Saskatoon in 1982 and were married in 1988. Dick worked for CN Rail from 1946-1992, retiring as a crash-site investigator. He was an active member of Trinity Church in Winnipeg and St. John's Cathedral in Saskatoon. Although an accomplished hockey player, playing with the likes of Billy Mosienko, Dick chose to become a concert pianist and developed a passion for barbershop. Beginning in 1953 he went on to become the director, first in Winnipeg and then with the Chimo Chordsmen in Saskatoon. Over the years, Dick collected many awards and accolades, including Barbershopper of the Year. Dick was a lifelong curling, Winnipeg Jets and Winnipeg Blue Bomber fan (even in Rider Nation). He loved to travel with Ena by car, camping along the way. Their favourite destination was Victoria, BC. He will be remembered for his many stories, "jokes", and strong opinions. Thank you to the caregivers at Parkville Manor, Saskatchewan Health home care nurses, the paramedics and staff at St. Paul's Hospital for the care and support they provided. A Celebration of Life service was held on Thursday, March 29, 2018 at Saskatoon Funeral Home at 2:30 p.m. Condolences for the family may be left at www.saskatoonfuneralhome.com Arrangements have been entrusted to SASKATOON FUNERAL HOME (306) 244-5577
Publish Date: Mar 31, 2018

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 31, 2018