William L. Wells

May 7, 1941 - November 22, 2020

William L. Wells, age 79 of Lewes, DE, passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2020 at Beebe Healthcare. He was born on May 7, 1941 in Harrisburg, PA, son of the late William and Mary Wells. William was a proud veteran, having honorably served in the US Marine Corps for 4 years. He built a career with Prudential as a life insurance agent in Lebanon, PA. William also bartended on the Cape May Lewes Ferry for many years. He was a genial companion, and everyone loved him. William enjoyed friends get-togethers at the American Legion where he was a member, after watching Phillies or Eagles games. He was a crossword aficionado and loved to watch Jeopardy. Above all, William cherished time spent with those he held most dear. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. In addition to his parents, William was preceded in death by both of his wives: Janice Wells and Linda Wells; and his sister, Beverly. He is survived by his children: Kevin M. Wells (Daphne) of Long Neck, DE, Mark Wells (Marianne) of Dillsburg, PA, Dustin Wells (Patti) of San Francisco, CA, Pamela Emig (William) of Gardners, PA, Karen Deimler (Dwayne) of Mechanicsburg, PA, and Gabrielle Wade (Adrian) of Ocean View, DE; his 12 grandchildren; his 9 great grandchildren; and his sister, Bonita Prussack (Joe) of Dillsburg, PA. All services are private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the American Legion, Post 17, 113 American Legion Rd., Lewes, DE, 19958, or http://www.alpost17.com. Please sign the online guestbook located on the tribute page.