WILLIAM ALLEN “BILL” WELLS

By From JT Staff Reports

William Allen “Bill” Wells, 83 of Richwood, passed away peacefully on Thursday September 11, 2025 at his home with his loving wife and devoted family by his side.

He was born February 18, 1942 in Paintsville, Kentucky to the late Willis Jennings and Anna (Litteral) Wells. He was also preceded in ...

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