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Portrait of Dwain Sidney Wellman
In loving memory

Dwain Sidney Wellman

November 8, 1946 – November 18, 2023
Lived 77 years
Belmont, North Carolina
Life story

Dwain Sidney Wellman, a beloved family man and retired sales professional, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at his residence in Belmont. He was born on November 8, 1946, in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.

Sidney had an extraordinary career working at Web-Don, Inc. and was well-respected among his colleagues and clients. However, it was his role as a devoted father that truly defined him. He took immense pleasure in coaching his two boys in sports and instilling in them the values of teamwork and dedication.

Sidney's love for the beach was well-known to all those who had the pleasure of knowing him. The memories of those blissful days will forever be etched in our hearts.

Throughout his life, Sidney's family was always his priority. He treasured the moments spent together with loved ones, cherishing every laugh shared and every story told. His ability to bring people together was captivating, and his warm presence brightened even the darkest of days.

Beyond his devotion to family and work, Sidney proudly served in the U.S. Air Force during his younger years and Vietnam. This experience shaped him into a resilient individual, instilling discipline and a strong sense of duty that carried him throughout his life.

In his free time, Sidney immersed himself in coaching his kids. Whether it was teaching them how to throw a baseball, kick a soccer ball or providing guidance on their athletic journeys, he reveled in their successes and supported them wholeheartedly. His love for sports manifested not only in cheering from the sidelines but also in imparting valuable life lessons through competition.

Sidney is survived by his two loving sons: Sid Wellman, and Kevin Wellman and wife Kristin. His fiancée Mary “Peachie” Boyd and her children and grandchildren Their presence in his life brought him immeasurable joy and a sense of purpose that cannot be described in words. He is also survived by his dear brother Sherman Wellman and wife JoAnn, sister Gail Hedgepeth and husband Larry. Furthermore, his wonderful grandchildren, Jackson and Landon, will forever cherish the memories of their remarkable grandfather.

Sidney was preceded in death by his parents, Jack Sidney Wellman and Gladys Sanders Wellman, as well as his brother Steve Wellman. Although he is no longer with us physically, his memory will live on through the love that continues to bind our family together.

The loss of "Big Sid” leaves an indescribable void in our hearts. But let us find solace in the knowledge that he lived a life full of love, laughter, and cherished moments. May we honor him by embracing the values he held dear - family, perseverance, and unwavering devotion.

Forever etched in our memories with immeasurable love, Big Sid's legacy will continue to inspire all those who were fortunate enough to have shared in his remarkable journey. As we bid farewell to a kind-hearted soul who touched countless lives, let us celebrate the beautiful life Big Sid led and find comfort in the lasting imprint he left on our hearts.

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1946
Born November 8
1946
Date of Birth
1949
Dwain was 3 when Gene Autry recorded "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer"
1955
Dwain was 9 when the Salk polio vaccine was declared safe and effective
1969
Dwain was 23 when "Sesame Street" debuted
1977
Dwain was 31 when Elvis Presley died
1989
Dwain was 43 when "The Simpsons" debuted as a series
1994
Dwain was 48 when "Friends" premiered
2001
Dwain was 55 when Apple introduced the iPod
2010
Dwain was 64 when Apple's iPad went on sale
2022
Dwain was 76 when Queen Elizabeth II died after 70 years on the throne
2023
Passed away November 18, age 77
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