Elisabeth Ruth Wells Obituary

We bid farewell to Elisabeth Ruth Wells of Hannibal, Missouri, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 8, 2025 at the age of 94. Elisabeth touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Elisabeth Ruth Wells to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Ruben Fishback and Elisabeth Frances Fishback (Mappes); her spouse R. V. "Skip" Wells; and her brothers, Bill Fishback, Bob Fishback and Ted Fishback.

She is survived by: her children, Greg Wells (Jeanne) of Wildwood, MO and Vicki Gottman (Allen) of Hannibal, MO; her grandchildren, Chris Gottman (Stacey), Erik Gottman (Ashley), Amy Ogle (Adam), Jordan Wells (Tara), Carley Koke (Kevin) and Kyle Wells (Cara); her great grandchildren, Colton Gottman (Nicole), Walker Gottman (Nina), Kaellee Barnes (Nick), McKenzie McAfee (Dalton), Tray Gottman, Reid Wells, Charlie Koke, Parker Koke, Lilly Koke, Kameron Wells and Kayden Wells; and her great great grandchild Hayes McAfee. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions may be made to Monroe City Manor Care Center, in care of Smith Funeral Home & Chapel.