Richard Wells

Richard D. Wells 1944 – 2026

Richard (Rick) D. Wells, 81, of Tucson, AZ died peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on February 1, 2026.

Rick was born in Philadelphia, PA in 1944 to George and Katherine (Campbell) Wells. He grew up in the Olney section of Philadelphia before relocating to Tucson in 2002. Rick attended Temple University and Ursinus College, both located in Philadelphia, before taking a position at Merck & Company in North Wales, PA as a Systems Analyst where he worked until his retirement in 2002.

After moving to Arizona, Rick enjoyed retirement by playing golf, Square Dancing and just simply enjoying “living the good life” as he often described it.

Rick was preceded in death by both his parents and his brother George Gerald (Jerry) Wells, as well as his grandson Tyler Wells. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Patricia, his daughter Rebecca (David) Greenfield, his sons Richard, Jr. (Lucy) and Joshua, along with three grandchildren Jack, Jake and Madison.

A Mass of Christian burial will held at Santa Catalina Church on February 13, 2026 at 11:00 AM.

Internment will take place on Monday, February 16, 2026 at Holy Hope Cemetery.