James Lee Wells, II, 66, of 9 Lincolndale Road, Bradford, PA passed away Sunday, May 12, 2024, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.

Born January 10, 1958, in Okinawa, Japan, he was a son of Kazuko (Taba) Wells of Bradford, and the late Jack L. Wells.

Jim was a 1975 graduate of Bradford High School, and a 1977 graduate of Williamsport Technical College where he earned a degree in Drafting.

On November 27, 1976, in the First United Methodist Church he married Debra A. (Cottillion) Wells, who survives.

Jim worked as a Draftsman at Dresser Manufacturing for over 20 years, and later at KOA Speer for 23 years.

He was a member of the Pine Acres Country Club, and he enjoyed painting, bowling, golfing, and most importantly spending time with his family. 

Surviving in addition to his mother Kazuko, and wife Debbie of 47 years, are four sons, Jason (Rachel) Wells, of Johnsonburg, Jeremy (Nicole) Wells, of Bradford, Jared (Melissa) Wells, of Erie, Jacob (Nicole) Wells, of Kittanning, 14 grandchildren Ethan, Alyssa, Jack, Lexi, Emma Kae, Lily, Ty, Levi, Ella, Luca, Josiah, Ezra, Taj, and Beau, his step-mother, Susan Wells, of Bradford, one brother, Tate Andrew (Angie) Wells, of Birmingham, AL, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, and one sister, Lelia Catherine Wells who died in 1995.

Family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 15th, 2024, from 1pm to 3pm and 5pm to 7pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 33 South Avenue, where memorial service will be held following with Russ Gustin officiating.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Chosen, 3638 W. 26^th, Erie, PA 16506 or UPMC Hillman Cancer, or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com