Lillian M. Wells

July 27, 1923 - November 12, 2016

Lillian M. Wells, of Lake Mary, Crystal Falls, Died Friday, Nov. 12, 2016, peacefully at home. She was born July 27, 1923 in Chicago, IL; the daughter of Henry and Bertha (Beyer) Wachholz. She married Eugene Wells in 1945, and raised her three children in Mundelein, IL. After spending several years vacationing in the Crystal Falls area, she and her husband retired to their home on Lake Mary in 1978. In the early 40’s she worked for an agency writing radio ads for Walgreen’s drug store and other companies. Memories of her adventures commuting to and from work in downtown Chicago brought her lifelong joy. She enjoyed dinners out, singing and dancing with her friends. Lil enjoyed bowling and was a long time member of the Ladies Golf League in Crystal. She spent many evenings playing cards with her girlfriends. She was an extraordinary party planner and would find any excuse to celebrate and bring friends and family together. Survived by: three children; Kenneth Scott Wells of Cherry Valley, IL, William (Carol) Wells of Arlington Heights, IL, and Jill (Paul) Smith of Kingsford; 6 grandchildren; Jason (Veronica) Wells, Caitlin (Paul) Alfitch ,Carly (John) LaCombe, Mike Wells, Amy (David) Rhoda, Sarah Smith; 5 great granddaughters; Elena & Ruth Wells, Carol C. LaCombe, Alicia & Chloe Rhoda She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene, on December 25, 1992 and by one brother, Clarence Wachholz. Friends may call from 10 am until 11:00 am Saturday, November 19, 2016 at the United Lutheran Church in Crystal Falls. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 am at the church. Rev. Micheal Laakko will officiate. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Lillian M. Wells online at www.nashfuneralhome.net The family has entrusted the Nash Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Crystal Falls with the arrangements.