James Michael Wells Obituary
James (Jim) Michael Wells passed away peacefully in his home in the early hours of October 23rd, 2026.
Born in Kansas City on July 14th, 1950, his family moved to Preston and Jim graduated from Macks Creek High School in 1968. He was a Marine veteran and was a heavy machine operator and a farmer. He was a friend to many in the community and he deeply enjoyed life in the country on his family farm amongst the cows, donkeys, cats, dogs and various other animals he cared for.
Jim now joins his wife Peggy, and he was preceded in death by his parents, Glenn T. Wells and Monabelle K. (Brown) Wells of Preston, and his brother Larry Wells of Hermitage.
He is survived by his first wife, Linda (Evans) Ragland of Tunas, who helped him right up to the end. He is also survived by his stepson Culley Creach of Linn Creek, and his two daughters Marlena Wells of Stover and Rebecca Wells of Springfield. He is also survived by his brothers Tommy Wells, Pat Wells, and his
sisters Judy (Wells) Gross and Debra (Wells) Shepherd.
There is no formal service planned.
Arrangements are under the direction of Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Homes, 1270 S. Business Route 5, Camdenton, MO 65020, (573) 346-2090.
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