William B. “Bill” Wellman, 72, of Brookston, passed away at 10:52 AM, Tuesday, December 26, 2017 at his residence.

He was born April 30, 1945 in Bedford, Indiana to the late Otto “Red” and Dorothy Hollon.

His marriage was to Judy Barrett on September 11, 1964 in Monon at the United Methodist Church; she survives.

Bill worked for 35 years for the White County Highway Department and always appreciated his many friendships with his co-workers. He would often be called to plow snow ahead of ambulances and other emergency vehicles. Prior to working for the highway department, Bill worked for 13 years at Peerless Wire in Lafayette until its close.

Bill enjoyed fishing, boating and hunting and dancing in his earlier years. He loved spending time with his family playing cards and horseshoes.

Surviving with his wife Judy are two sons; Bill Wellman Jr. of West Lafayette and David “Scotty” Wellman of Brookston; a grandson, William “Brad” Wellman III of Lafayette; a step-brother, Michael Wellman (wife: Carol) of Lafayette and a large extended family of in-laws.

Friends may call from 11 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 1 p.m. Saturday, December 30, 2017 at Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home of Brookston; Doug McCombs to officiate.

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