George "Frank" Wells

George “Frank” Franklin Wells, Jr., 76, of Napoleon, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at his residence with his best friend (wife) by his side. George was born on December 22, 1949, in Napoleon, Ohio, to the late George Franklin Wells, Sr. and Lucille (Orwig) Wells. On June 13, 1970, he married Elaine (Sonnenberg) Wells, at Peace Lutheran Church of rural Deshler, Ohio. They met at a baseball game 4 years earlier at age 15 and 16. They were united in matrimony 4 years later to the exact day. George was a 1967 graduate of Liberty Center High School. Ironically, his senior class motto beneath his yearbook photo read, "He knows what makes it go," a fitting description of someone who could fix or repair just about anything with moving parts. He also took great pride in maintaining his yard, always mowing perfectly. George worked as a truck driver for more than 30 years with B.A. Miller Trucking of Liberty Center. He was known for being the first out every morning. A faithful and active member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Napoleon, George served as an elder, usher, and Sunday school teacher for many years. He also volunteered for Genacross Lutheran Services (formerly Napoleon Lutheran Home), where he was recognized for donating the greatest number of volunteer hours and being the best bingo caller. He also made home visits to ill congregants. George is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Elaine; his children, George Wells III and Elizabeth (Ryan) Thompson; his grandchildren, Florence, Scarlett, George IV, Brooks Leo Wells, Madison, Max, and Gregor Thompson; and his sisters, Diane Elling and Donna (Randy) Rosebrock. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Napoleon. Interment will follow at Grelton Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Monday at Rodenberger-Gray Funeral Home in Napoleon and one hour prior to the service, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to CHP Hospice or St. Paul Lutheran Church, Napoleon. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.rodenbergergray.com

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George "Frank" Wells

December 22, 1949 - August 4, 2026