The world is a much better place for having a
great man like Jerry in it. He was an inspiration to so many people. Prayers to
Betty and the rest of the Wells family.
Nancy Wells Barr, Ada, OK
Even though Jerry Wells was my father I just
want to say this was the strongest man heart and soul I have ever met. He would
give the shirt off his back and it didn't matter if it was family or someone he
didnt even know. There are not words that will ever explain the emptyness I feel
right now but I have to be comforted to know he now is smiling again and not
feeling the pain or worry that the cancer has caused here on this earth. We love
him with all our hearts and cant wait to see him again someday. Love Always,
Nancy Wells Barr
Dan Kelly & Will Northrup
Quispamsis, N.B. Canada
To The Wells Family
I wish to express my deepest condolences to your family on the loss of your
beloved family member. I would love to share a story with you about him that
pays tribute to the kind of person he was. My husband Dan was working with Alex
Ross as a trainer at the Congress in 1990. I was there with our 4 month old son
and often arrived at the show grounds later in the morning. I will never forget
the first mornings I arrived and had to park our van on the roof of the building
housing our horses. I had a baby, dog, stroller and large diaper bag. Needless
to say I had my hands full. I approached the stairwell and was trying to come up
with a plan to get us all to the bottom safely. Suddenly this kind gentleman
approached me and offered his assistance. I remember his friendly demeanor,
smile & kind voice. We soon came up with a plan to get us all to the bottom of
the stairs. He carry my stroller and diaper bag while I carried our son and held
on to the dog. Once on the ground he set up my stroller and made sure I was all
set before smiling and tipping his hat as he walked away. I briefly explained
the help I had received from a fellow "trainer" to my husband once arriving at
the stall. I didn't know who he was but he was very helpful and friendly. Later
that day I was walking through the exhibits with my husband and ran into him. He
said hello and smiled at our son, once again tipping his hat as he walked off.
My husband asked me how I knew him, and I told him that was the gentleman that
helped me out earlier that morning. He said that's Jerry Wells! He couldn't
believe I didn't recognize him! I knew the name well from both Dan and Alex as
well as being around the shows, however having never met him I didn't realize I
had been assisted by such a "celebrity". To say the least my husband was more
than just a little jealous that he didn't get to meet him too. We continued to
talk about what he had done for me earlier,& that it shows you just what kind of
a person he was. I often tell this story to horse friends because its
I felt compelled to share this story with you all. I am sure there are many,
many more stories just like mine, however its acts like this that truly tell you
what kind of man he was.
From Our Horse Family to yours, May God Bless you all in your time of need.
Our Prays are with you,
Dan & Kelly Northrup
P.S We have settled back in New Brunswick, Alex & his family remain amoung our
closest friends. Dan found the news about "Jerry" on the AQHA website and
encouraged me to share my story. He was and continues to be impressed by all of
"Jerrys" accomplishments and the quality of person he was!
Carolin (Lowrance) Hunter, Louisville, KY
Nancy, Marty & Betty -
My condolences go out to you and your family in your loss. He was indeed an
exceptional, kind and caring man that I'm sure will be missed by many. My heart
& prayers go out to you & your family.
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