Obituary, Visitation & Funeral Information

Charles E. "Charlie" "Woody" Wells, age 86, of Bellbrook, passed away Sunday, February 14th, 2021 in Fishers, Indiana.

Charles was born August 15th, 1934 to Joseph R. Wells and Nora (Fultz) Wells. He earned a bachelors degree from the University of Cincinnati. Charles owned Wells Pharmacy where he became Bellbrook's pharmacist.

He was preceded in death by his his parents, wife Caroline R. (Gareis) Wells, daughter Donna J. Unico, granddaughter Cassie J. Unico, and siblings Emerald Maxwell "Max" Wells, Margaret ”Lucile” Wells, Roger Lee Wells, and Joseph "Carl" Wells.

Charles is survived by two sons David Wells (Kimberly Williams), Darryl Wells (Laurie); one daughter Dayna Scherf (Kurt), 10 grandchildren Danny Wells-Prado (Juan), Zack Wells, Andrew Wells (Katrina), Brittany Wells, Ashleigh Wise, Levi Coleman, Peter Scherf, Philip Scherf, Gretchen Unico, and Nathalie Unico; great-grandson Carson Wells, Alice Wise, and Margaux Wise; sister Margie Wells Hutchinson, brothers Robert “Bobby” Wells and Richard Wells, and many nieces and nephews.

Charlie served the Bellbrook community for many years through Wells Pharmacy (1965-1998) which he began with his wife, also a pharmacist. Helping others defined who Charlie was and he often filled prescriptions after hours so people could start their medications sooner and he would call to check on many customers. Charlie and the pharmacy were a fixture in Bellbrook and were a part of many fond childhood memories as kids rode their bikes to "the pharmacy" to get candy, bubble gum cards or model airplanes. Charlie also served Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church (Dayton, OH) for more than 40 years in various roles, including usher and church treasurer. He was also an enthusiastic supporter of local collegiate and professional sports teams.

A service to celebrate his life will be held on 12:30 pm Wednesday, February 24th at Faith Lutheran Church, 3315 Martel Dr, Dayton. Visitation will precede the service, starting at 11 am. You are welcome to send a condolence or flowers, plant a tree and share a story or picture about Charlie at www.ConnerAndKoch.com by clicking on his name. Donations may be made to the American Heart Association or to a student scholarship offering at the University of Cincinnati School of Pharmacy at https://pharmacy.uc.edu/alumni-giving/donate.html. Additionally, the family invites you to visit the Wells Pharmacy page if interested in learning more about its history and impact (https://www.facebook.com/WellsProfessionalPharmacy/).

During this difficult time, if you are feeling ill or unhealthy in any way, you are encouraged to pay your respects in alternative methods, such as sending a sympathy card or sharing a memory through Charlie's online book of memories. If you plan to attend services in person, be sure to bring your mask to wear while you are inside. Charles’ entire career was focused on keeping people healthy so the family respectfully asks any attendees to not only wear a mask but to please practice physical distancing.

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