Richard John Wells, age 74 years, of Bethlehem Township, NJ, died on Thursday, May 4, 2017 at his residence. Born in Utica, NY, November 5, 1942, son of the late Carl and Stella Stanton Wells, he had resided in Bethlehem Township for the past thirty years, having formerly lived in Fort Lee, NJ. A UnitedContinue Reading
Richard John Wells, age 74 years, of Bethlehem Township, NJ, died on Thursday, May 4, 2017 at his residence.
Born in Utica, NY, November 5, 1942, son of the late Carl and Stella Stanton Wells, he had resided in Bethlehem Township for the past thirty years, having formerly lived in Fort Lee, NJ.
A United States Army veteran serving from 1962-1964, Richard then completed his education by attaining his M.S. in Business. He then began what would turn into a lifelong career at AT&T, Basking Ridge, NJ.
He was a devoted member of both the Clinton Township & Bethlehem Township CERT teams, where he did his best to help ensure the safety of the local community.
Richard loved to go hiking, bike riding and travel with the Delaware Valley Chapter of the AMC where he also served on the Executive Committee for many years and was the group’s go-to person on all technology matters.
Surviving are a sister, Judith A. Wells of Carthage, NY and many friends.
Funeral services and cremation at Somerset Hills Memorial Park, Bernards Township, NJ, are private under the care and direction of Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 38 State Highway 31, Flemington, NJ.
Everyone is invited to visit Richard’s permanent memorial site at www.wrightfamily.com to send a public or private message of condolence and to share stories and photographs of his life.
Memorial contributions in his name may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Frances Roberts Makuszak
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Thinking of Dick when we were all children 60 something years ago. Although Dick was 8 years older than me I do remember some of the antics my brothers and him would do. Rest in Heavenly Peace Dick.
James Brian Roberts
left a message on November 30, -0001:
We had many great times at his parents farm in Great Bend NY, growing up. Dick & sister Judy always made us welcome. Life goes by to fast. Love, Jim & Phyllis
Dave & Carole Jochen
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Rich's contribution to CERTS and CRA will be greatly missed. He always added good ideas to any discussion at CERTS & Ham Radio meetings.
Denise Beattie
left a message on November 17, 0005:
I was on the Clinton Township CERT team with Rich. I was so surprised and saddened to hear of his passing, I will certainly miss having him on our team. May Rich rest in peace!
Susan Charkes
left a message on September 17, 0005:
I got to know Rich as a fellow participant in Chapter hikes and activities, then on the Executive Committee. Rich was kind and generous, and if you listened closely enough he was very funny. Rich was the Communication chair for the Chapter. In that role he embodied the word unfailing. He was always there when there was a question to be answered or a task to be done, and he always, always went the extra mile or ten for the Chapter. It was the kind of role that is easy to take for granted, because he was always there. Until now. Rich, you are missed.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Lola Burd
left a message on September 17, 0005:
I got to know Rich at our Bethlehem Township CERT meetings. He was a good man and I will miss him.
Tammy Brandon
left a message on September 17, 0005:
I served with Rich on the AMC DV Executive Committee for three years. I grew to appreciate his wit, his generosity, and the multitude of tasks he did for the chapter in a quite and humble way. He will truly be missed by all of us with the AMC DV.
Linda Watsula
left a message on September 17, 0005:
I have fond memories of Rich from AMC and hiking. He and I carpooled with our friend Bob to many hikes and events. Rich was an incredible computer whiz and donated hundreds of hours of his time to sending out the weekly activities calendar. We already feel his loss with this. Rich was kind to all. His knowledge of all things AMC, environmental, etc was incredible. To his sister, please accept my sympathies on the loss of your brother. I will miss him.
Carl Pflanzer
left a message on September 17, 0005:
I will miss seeing Rich at our CERT meetings. An all around nice friendly person. He was an asset to the team and always willing to help.
Susan Weida
left a message on September 17, 0005:
I knew Rich through camping/biking trips with the AMC and as our technology guru. He was always there to help in a kind way and never made you feel any question was silly.
Theresa Berntsen
left a message on September 17, 0005:
My deepest sympathies to the Wells family on Rich's sudden passing. I have known Rich for many years and have shared dozens of outdoor activities with him. Over the last several years Rich joined us for many biking/camping trips including Montauk Point, the Erie Canal, Lake Champlain and most recently Cape Cod. He will be missed and we at the AMC DelVal Chapter are all most appreciative of his selfless support and dedication. He will truly be missed.
Lois Rothenberger
left a message on September 17, 0005:
Rich was an integral part of the Delaware Valley Chapter of the AMC serving on the Executive Committee for years. We will miss his dry sense of humor and relentless work ethic on behalf of our members.
Bob Smolarek
left a message on August 17, 0005:
I will miss Rich, we did so many events over the years, from the Cherryville Repeater, to the Clinton CERT group. I even saw him at a Gary Lewis concert at Deer Path Park. He always went beyond the call of duty. Just a good guy!
Carol Nemetz
left a message on July 17, 0005:
So glad that I got to know Rich through our volunteer efforts with the Clinton Township CERT. He will be missed.
Steven Krommenhoek
left a message on July 17, 0005:
You have my deepest sympathies on the shocking news of Richards passing. I volunteered with Richard on the Clinton Township CERT team. His contributions to CERT and Clinton Township will not be soon forgotten. He will be missed by all on the team.
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Frances Roberts Makuszak
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Thinking of Dick when we were all children 60 something years ago. Although Dick was 8 years older than me I do remember some of the antics my brothers and him would do. Rest in Heavenly Peace Dick.
James Brian Roberts
left a message on November 30, -0001:
We had many great times at his parents farm in Great Bend NY, growing up. Dick & sister Judy always made us welcome. Life goes by to fast. Love, Jim & Phyllis
Dave & Carole Jochen
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Rich's contribution to CERTS and CRA will be greatly missed. He always added good ideas to any discussion at CERTS & Ham Radio meetings.
Denise Beattie
left a message on November 17, 0005:
I was on the Clinton Township CERT team with Rich. I was so surprised and saddened to hear of his passing, I will certainly miss having him on our team. May Rich rest in peace!
Susan Charkes
left a message on September 17, 0005:
I got to know Rich as a fellow participant in Chapter hikes and activities, then on the Executive Committee. Rich was kind and generous, and if you listened closely enough he was very funny. Rich was the Communication chair for the Chapter. In that role he embodied the word unfailing. He was always there when there was a question to be answered or a task to be done, and he always, always went the extra mile or ten for the Chapter. It was the kind of role that is easy to take for granted, because he was always there. Until now. Rich, you are missed.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Lola Burd
left a message on September 17, 0005:
I got to know Rich at our Bethlehem Township CERT meetings. He was a good man and I will miss him.
Tammy Brandon
left a message on September 17, 0005:
I served with Rich on the AMC DV Executive Committee for three years. I grew to appreciate his wit, his generosity, and the multitude of tasks he did for the chapter in a quite and humble way. He will truly be missed by all of us with the AMC DV.
Linda Watsula
left a message on September 17, 0005:
I have fond memories of Rich from AMC and hiking. He and I carpooled with our friend Bob to many hikes and events. Rich was an incredible computer whiz and donated hundreds of hours of his time to sending out the weekly activities calendar. We already feel his loss with this. Rich was kind to all. His knowledge of all things AMC, environmental, etc was incredible. To his sister, please accept my sympathies on the loss of your brother. I will miss him.
Carl Pflanzer
left a message on September 17, 0005:
I will miss seeing Rich at our CERT meetings. An all around nice friendly person. He was an asset to the team and always willing to help.
Susan Weida
left a message on September 17, 0005:
I knew Rich through camping/biking trips with the AMC and as our technology guru. He was always there to help in a kind way and never made you feel any question was silly.
Theresa Berntsen
left a message on September 17, 0005:
My deepest sympathies to the Wells family on Rich's sudden passing. I have known Rich for many years and have shared dozens of outdoor activities with him. Over the last several years Rich joined us for many biking/camping trips including Montauk Point, the Erie Canal, Lake Champlain and most recently Cape Cod. He will be missed and we at the AMC DelVal Chapter are all most appreciative of his selfless support and dedication. He will truly be missed.
Lois Rothenberger
left a message on September 17, 0005:
Rich was an integral part of the Delaware Valley Chapter of the AMC serving on the Executive Committee for years. We will miss his dry sense of humor and relentless work ethic on behalf of our members.
Bob Smolarek
left a message on August 17, 0005:
I will miss Rich, we did so many events over the years, from the Cherryville Repeater, to the Clinton CERT group. I even saw him at a Gary Lewis concert at Deer Path Park. He always went beyond the call of duty. Just a good guy!
Carol Nemetz
left a message on July 17, 0005:
So glad that I got to know Rich through our volunteer efforts with the Clinton Township CERT. He will be missed.
Steven Krommenhoek
left a message on July 17, 0005:
You have my deepest sympathies on the shocking news of Richards passing. I volunteered with Richard on the Clinton Township CERT team. His contributions to CERT and Clinton Township will not be soon forgotten. He will be missed by all on the team.
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