Robbie Wells
Robbie Wells, 75, of China, died Friday, December 20, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospital, Houston. He was born on June 9, 1949, to Charline Teresa Blanchard Wells and Robert Eugene Wells II, in Beaumont.
Robbie can best be described as a man of simple needs. The first time he was introduced to Google, we told him he could ask Google anything, and we asked him what he really wanted to know. His response was, “What’s the biggest catfish ever caught in Texas?” (It’s a 121.5 pound blue catfish, in case you wondered.) As simple as his own needs were, his gestures for others were grand. He would do anything to put a smile on your face or make your life a little easier. His own dad died when he was only two, and it was always amazing that although he never had a true guide for how to be a dad, he simply knocked it out of the park. He worked tirelessly for his family, always providing everything we needed, but despite that, he was never too busy to take his girls fishing, build us clubhouses in the woods, coach teams, or find a solution to any problem that we had. Having him as a dad was like having your own “how-to” book at your disposal. There was nothing he didn’t know and nothing he couldn’t fix. Robbie never had a traditional approach to romance. Romance for him was making sure the yard was always mowed, vehicles were taken care of, and he was always willing to do absolutely anything we told him our Mama wanted. He was a proud Catholic his entire life, and he made sure a deep faith was instilled in all of his children. He loved his mother dearly, and once she was older and in a nursing facility, he would take us at least once a week, without fail, and we would visit with her for hours. He would get in his truck, day or night, and come to the rescue of anyone who called him, even if they were hours away, and he was never too busy to lend an ear or take you to get a, “bite to eat.” He didn’t just tell us that we always had to make time for the people we love, even if it’s inconvenient, he lived it. As simple of a man as Robbie was, he was simply always there. Missing him will be as familiar as breathing.
Survivors include his loving wife of over forty-six years, Melody Wells; children, Calla Nicole Wells and her wife, Monica, Lindsey Beth McClung and her husband, Walter, and Taylor Elise Russell and her husband, Ty; grandchildren, Cody McClung, Luke Jones, Brody Russell, and Penelope Russell; sister, Bonnie Nell Sirmons and her husband, Larry; nephews, Robert Sirmons, Russell Sirmons, and Taylor Koch; and numerous extended family, loved ones, and friends through the years.
He is preceded in death by his parents and countless family and friends he dearly loved.
Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, P.O. Box 38, China, Texas 77613 or Sleep in Heavenly Peace, 2950 Milam Street, Beaumont, Texas 77701.
A gathering of Mr. Wells’ family and friends will begin at 10:00 a.m., with a Rosary recited at 11:30 a.m., and his Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 245 West Highway 90, China. His interment will follow at China Cemetery under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont.
Video
Gathering of Family and Friends
Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church
- 245, US 90, China, Texas, 77613,
- December 28, 2024
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Rosary
Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church
- 245, US 90, China, Texas, 77613,
- December 28, 2024
- 11:30 am
Mass of Christian Burial
Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church
- 245, US 90, China, Texas, 77613,
- December 28, 2024
- 12:00 pm
Interment
China Cemetery
- Benoit, China, Texas, 77713,
- December 28, 2024
My sincerest condolences. I worked with Robbie when I was at KCI. He was a kind man.
I ran into Robbie a few years ago, when my wife and I were on a Sunday afternoon ride. I found myself reminiscing on Kolander road. I was remembering when my childhood neighbor PeeWee used to take my me and my brothers to work on the farm. Running into Robbie brought back so many memories. We talked on the phone a few times since. I am really glad we rekindled a long-lost friendship. Rest well, my friend.
My condolences to your family, may The Comforter visit you.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Wells family. God Bless You!
Sorry to hear of Mr Wells passing. He was a customer and one of the nicest person to have known Prayers for his family
Lindsey and Taylor we wanted to let you guys know how very sorry for the loss of your sweet Dad. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and Prayers.
Kim, Melissa , Mike, & Wayne at Morris & Dickson Winnie Hub
Melody and girls, Mike and I want to express our sincere condolences for your loss of Robbie. He was one of the sweetest souls we knew. Praying for God to wrap his loving arms around all of you through this time.
Dear sweet Melody and family. Nick and I are deeply saddened to read of Robbie’s passing. He was so kind and smiled all the time. You all are in my prayers now and forever. We love you all so much! Rest in Peace Robbie.
Love, Nick and Cheryl Stabile
He was a great friend and will be missed every day.
My sweet Robbie, oh how I am going to miss our afternoon phone calls. You were always a light in my day. When you loved you loved big and were always the voice of reason. Fly high my sweet cousin and enjoy your pain free time in heaven! Give big hugs to all because i know they are all so happy to see your loving smile! Love and miss you!
Dearest Melody, we are saddened of Robbie’s passing and hope you and your family find comfort in his memories. We fall in line with many many folks who experienced Robbie’s kindness and we are grateful to have known him. Please let us know if we can ever repay that kindness. Hugs to the family.
My heart breaks with the entire family Mr Robbie was a special part of my life for a very long time. Praying for this beautiful family that he spoke of all the time. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💔You were one of a kind.
So sorry to hear about Robbie. Good neighbor. Fly high bud
Dear sweet Robbie, You will be missed by everyone that ever knew you!! We sure had lots of fun and laughter when we were younger! All of my memories of you and Bonnie are very dear to me! Give your mom and my mom a great big hug!! Rest in Peace!! Sending strength and prayers to your beautiful family! 🙏❤️Love, Kim