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James Wellman, Jr.

March 8, 1941 - August 24, 2013

GRANBURY, Texas — James T. “Dutch” Wellman, 72, passed away Saturday, Aug. 24, 2013, at his Hood County home with loving family at his side.
Funeral: 10:00 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, at Wiley Funeral Home. Interment: 2:15 p.m. Thursday at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery in Dallas.
Memorials: Shrine Burn Hospital for Children or charity of your choice.
Dutch was born Mar. 8, 1941, in Wichita Falls, TX, to James Thomas Wellman, Sr. and Opal Mae Vernon Wellman. He married Andrea Jeanne LaBathe Sept. 14, 1995, in Pensacola, Fla. Dutch was a Vietnam War era Naval Aviator and held the rank of Lt. Commander at retirement. He retired as Captain for Northwest Airlines after 32 years. He was past president of the Lake Granbury Shrine Club, a 32nd degree Mason, a member of the Scottish Rite, Daedalians, Retired Northwest Pilots Association, and the Granbury Opera Guild. Dutch had a zest for life, a legendary sense of humor, fun, and pranks. He loved travel, flying, golf, music, friendships, and family most of all. Dutch’s good-humored presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Survivors: Wife, Andrea Wellman of Granbury, TX; son, James Wellman, III of Burnsville, Minn.; daughter, Romi Taylor of Burnsville, Minn.; step-daughter, Christa Barfknecht of Madison, Wis.; granddaughters, Sophie Taylor, Olivia Taylor and Ella Wellman, all of Burnsville, Minn., Assata Harper of Madison, Wis.; sisters, Beverly Ryan of Wichita Falls, TX, Gloria Wellman of Santa Fe, N.M., Donna Sue (Skeet) Taigen of Dublin, Calif.; numerous nieces, nephews and many dear friends.
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GRANBURY, Texas — James T. “Dutch” Wellman, 72, passed away Saturday, Aug. 24, 2013, at his Hood County home with loving family at his side. Funeral: 10:00 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, at Wiley Funeral Home. Interment: 2:15 p.m. Thursday at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery in Dallas. Memorials: Shrine Burn Hospital for Children or charityContinue Reading

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Ken Finney left a message on August 30, 2013:
I am very saddened to learn of Dutch's illness struggle andpassing away from the complications of Lukemia. Dutch and I were friends. I have known him since he arrived at NWA. We were roommates during part of our training and did many social things with our families, and on layovers at work. He was a very fun guy. He will be missed by many - me included. God has him now, and the disease and life fight is over, thankfully. May he rest in peace.I sincerely wish Andrea and all the family peace, happiness,love, and success as you let go this loving man release him to our creator. I wish all of you fond memories as you move forward with the remainder of your lives. Warmly, Ken Finney Sr.
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