Phillip Wellman

PHILLIP WELLMAN Click here to view Phillip's Video Tribute IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Phillip Christopher Wellman, 26, of Idaho Falls, died February 27, 2010, at his home after a fall. Phillip was born March 25, 1983, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to William Joseph Wellman and Wendy Leigh Ellis Wellman (Maxfield). He grew up in Idaho Falls and attended Falls Valley Elementary, Sandcreek Middle School, and graduated from Hillcrest High School. He married Dawn's Ray Jones and they were later divorced. He married Cherie Guggenheim and they later divorced. Phillip worked as a Security Guard. Phillip was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He loved the outdoors. Phillip enjoyed scouting because it often meant spending time outside. He also loved his country and always wanted to serve in the military. He joined the U. S. Army. He specialized in munitions, which was a perfect fit since he loved to shoot guns. He loved collecting knives, watching a good movie, and loved little kids. Phillip’s favorite times were spent with his family and playing games. He was kind and gentle and had a very tender heart. He will be missed by all who were lucky enough to have him bless their life. Heaven is a better place now that Phillip is home. Survivors include: Father: William Wellman of Idaho Falls, ID Mother: Wendy (Blake) Maxfield of Idaho Falls, ID Sister: Gaylene (Paul) Ruby of Boise, ID Brother: Steven (Shannon) Wellman of Pleasant Grove, UT Grandparents: Don & Bonnie Ellis of Idaho Falls, ID Grandmother: Sharon Wellman of Idaho Falls, ID He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Bert Wellman, an uncle, Richard Wellman, and an aunt, Shannon Stewart. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, March 5, 2010, at the Idaho Falls LDS 24th Ward, 1155 East First Street, with Bishop Doug Hillman officiating. The family will visit with friends Thursday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, and Friday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in Ririe-Shelton Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. Military Rites will be performed by the Bonneville County Veterans Memorial Team and Idaho Honor Guard. ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Curtis and Adriana Browning Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Toombs Family emilyjstephens@yahoo.com We are so saddened to hear of Phillip's passing. I know you are all taking comfort in the knowledge that he is in a better place and you will see him again. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Love, The Toombs Family Ruth Dunne mymawmaw@charter.net Our hearts go out to the family. I had the pleasure of meeting Phillip when he was married to Cheri. He was so very kind and a thoughtful man. May God be with you. God Bless Kirk & Susanne Nielsen Don, Bonnie, Sharon and family, Our hearts and love go out to you on the loss of your beautiful grandson. What an amazing and beautiful boy! We pray the Lord will comfort you in the days ahead as you adjust to this terrible loss. We are so grateful to know that the gospel is true and that he is safely in the arms of his Heavenly Father now. Kirk & Susanne Nielsen Anne Liebenthal liebenthanne@gmail.com Dear Wendy, and Dear Bill, and Dear Bonnie, Sharon, and Don, Having seen the video tribute, one feels poignantly how much you will miss Phillip. Although it has been a long time, I still care about you, and my heart has ached for all of you since hearing of your loss. Mine join the many prayers that the Comforter may abide with each of you at this painful and bewildering time, and that eventually healing will allow at least some of the ache to subside. My deepest affection, Anne Liebenthal Tyra Feltman My mother and I are so sorry for your loss and pray that you will find comfort in your memories and peace knowing that you will see him again one day. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.