Raymond Wells Obituary

We announce the death of Raymond Wells of Kenton, Ohio, who passed away on July 22, 2026, at the age of 77. Raymond will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry Wells and Margaret "Eileen" Wells (Newman); his in-laws, Frank and Joan Cannon; his brothers, Elmer Wells and Daniel Wells; and his siblings-in-law, Rowland Vermaaten and Diane Cannon.

He is survived by: his daughters, Shannon Balser (Brian) of Dublin and Amanda Crum (Drew) of Kenton; his grandchildren, Londyn Crum, Tyler Balser, Walter Balser and Sydney Crum; his sisters, Carolyn Delight Vermaaten of Kenton and Nancy Brewer (Raymond) of Holland; and his sisters-in-law, Marianna Wells of Mechanicsburg and Judy Wells of Kenton. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, please give donations in memory of Gene to the Kenton Conservation Class at the Kenton Senior High School, 751 Wildcat Way, Kenton, OH 43326.