Ross McNevin Wells
May 5, 2011
Ross McNevin Wells died peacefully on Thursday, May 5, 2011, aged 73, at the Victoria Hospital in London, Ontario. He leaves his special friend Marilyn Bowman (London, Ontario); his daughters Cindy Wells (Courtright, Ontario) and Yvette Wells (Victoria, BC); and his son Mark Wells (Sooke, BC). Loved brother of Judith Droppo (Gerald), Oakville, Ontario and Ruth Walden (Evan), Toronto, Ontario. Special uncle to his nieces and nephews. Ross was predeceased by his parents George and Jessie Wells (Long). Born in Stratford, Ontario on February 28, 1938, Ross graduated from Stratford Collegiate Institute, Stratford Teachers’ College, the University of Western Ontario and the University of London, England where he became an Associate of the Institute of Education. As a youth in Stratford, Ross won many singing competitions as a boy soprano and he often performed at the Stratford Festival. He was also a successful competitive swimmer and diver and played ice hockey throughout the Stratford Minor Hockey System. When Ross came to London, he was active in minor hockey, baseball and soccer as a coach and manager. Ross retired in 1995 after a career of over 37 years as a teacher, vice-principal and principal. In his retirement, Ross was keen on physical fitness and enjoyed travel, reading, watching hockey games and learning computer skills. Cremation has taken place. A memorial visitation will be held on Thursday, May 19th from 2:00 – 4:00 pm and 7:00 – 9:00 pm at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North where the memorial service will be conducted on Friday, May 20th at 3:00 pm. Interment of ashes, Mount Pleasant Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations would be appreciated to the London Health Sciences Foundation – Cancer Centre or the charity of your choice. Online condolences available at >www.westviewfuneralchapel.com
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Ross touched many lives. He really had a zest for life. He had a gentle heart and I pray that he is at peace. He will be missed by all who knew him. More than anything he loved his children. My deepest condolences to the entire Wells family.
Ross was our very special summer neighbor. He had a special wit about him, always ready with a pleasant smile and good conversation. We will miss him, we sure will! We offer our sincere condolences and hope you will take comfort knowing your dad and brother is surely resting peacefully in the arms of our Lord. Wayne & Temara
Ross was a good man and had a nice and friendly way about him. Deepest sympathy to all friends and family members.
Dear Marilyn, Mark, Nora and family. Please accept my sincere condolences in the passing of Ross. Ross was a dear, trusted and loysl friend for than forty years, he made a significant positive contribution to many not only as a friend but as a respected educator. As will many, I will miss him and thank God for him being my friend. love Richard (dick) Klojgaard
Dear Mr. Wells, You were a kind and gentle soul and simply a wonderful teacher. Thank you for everything. I just learned of your passing today and hope you are smiling from the heavens. I'm sorry that I didn't have a chance to wish you a fun journey through God's cosmos. That said, I'm sure you are having blast being a student and a teacher the same. To refresh, you gave me great confidence and encouragement as your grade 7 and 8 pupil. Know that the fabric of your being graced many and exists in our hearts, eternally. Be well our mentor, teacher and friend. Until we meet again... With deepest gratitude, Sandeep PS: Say hi to my dad. Will see y'all soon enough... :-)
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Our deepest sincerest condolences go to the Wells family. He was very much and gentle caring person. We will miss him deeply. The Hennions
~ Mark Hennion & Family