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This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Phillip Wells, born on March 16, 1975 and passed away on November 14, 2011. We will remember him forever.

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Rachel Aflalo
March 17, 2014
March 17, 2014
With a heavy heart we are remembering a precious young men.
you left us so soon dear Phillip, but it's just that heaven needed one more Angel
We are keeping in our prayers his dear mom Sandy
Sandy Kaplan
March 16, 2014
March 16, 2014
Happy Birthday sweetheart. You should be 39 years old today. I love you and miss you always. My life has never been happy since you died. You were the light of my life. You were loved by so many people. I was the luckiest mother in the world. I wish you were here every day. Love Mommy.
John Davis
November 14, 2013
November 14, 2013
I can't believe it's been 2 years. You are missed like it was yesterday. I know you now have an understanding of life that we all pray to know some day. Stay close to your Mom today as she will need you to give her continued strength. Gods Blessings to your family and friends always Phil, we miss you so very much.
ronnie gustafson
November 14, 2013
November 14, 2013
2 years...what can be said?a beautiful man taken violently and way too soon, but i get it now-we honor him by watching out for each other in the gay community and remembering him....hell theres no one in this TOWN that made a better long island ice tea! he rocked at what he did...
David Nail
September 23, 2013
September 23, 2013
I'm sorry I wasn't given the opportunity to have you serve me or to have met you in general. From all accounts; you must of been a great guy and loved being a bartender.
I suppose you're in Heaven serving up all the drinks at Heaven's local watering hole. I'll have a Screwdriver when I make my way there someday.  --> REST IN PEACE <--
Ronnie Cook
May 15, 2013
May 15, 2013
I very sadly and shockingly found out after Googling Phil this morning following a dream about him. We had a wonderful trip to Paris together some years ago and after leaving London, I never heard from him again. Does anyone know how to reach his mother? We had known each other from when he worked at the Video store on Sunset Blvd in Los Angeles. I just can't believe this.
John Davis
March 16, 2013
March 16, 2013
Oh Phil, another day yet to miss you on. May all the Angels around you praise you with a beautiful Happy Birthday song today and always. You are home and safe, and I know smiling ear to ear like a kid with one hand in a cookie jar... when he's caught. Miss you gentleness and Great Spirit. Happy 36 Phil. You are SO MISSED, and LOVED here on earth every day! Blessings be always with you.
Sandy Kaplan
March 16, 2013
March 16, 2013
Happy Birthday sweetheart. Life is so different without you in it. I don't know if you ever realized the loving impact you had on all of your family and friends. I hope you are happy and at peace.
Love forever,
Mom
Lisa Austin
March 16, 2013
March 16, 2013
Happy Birthday, Dear. Your smile is missed by everyone who ever knew you. Think of you often
Rachel Aflalo
March 16, 2013
March 16, 2013
Remembering today our dear Phil with a special prayer at temple.
What a gentle and king young men he was,
Forever in our hearts
Kevin Lee Knight
November 16, 2012
November 16, 2012
I'm sorry this is late, Phil. I didn't forget, but I'm in Scotland for work and I barely have time to eat much less anything personal. I just wanted you to know that I miss you so very much. You will always be the same wonderful person that I met 8 years ago. I'll prolly see you sooner than later so save me a beer. ;-)
Sandy Kaplan
November 14, 2012
November 14, 2012
Rachel, Larry and I be at your grave site today. I have something I want to leave on your headstone. My heart is broken now that you are gone. I think of you everyday. I love and miss you a lot. Love, Mom
John Davis
November 14, 2012
November 14, 2012
I can't believe you have been gone for a whole year. You are so terribly missed by so many. Haven't come across another who is as welcoming and friendly as you my friend. No one can light up the room with a smile and spirit as bright as yours. May your family have peace and joy in remembering your beautiful soul during this Happy and yet tempered season. God Bless you Phil, and your family
Lee Mersino
March 19, 2012
March 19, 2012
I' m soory I wasn't there for your birthday Phil,but I thought about and I even had a few drinks for you. I miss you and love you. I'll never forget your smile,the way you made everyone smile and laugh. You were a angel on earth and now you're a angel heaven looking down on us.
Rick Murray
March 19, 2012
March 19, 2012
You always got on my nerves asking for your favorite songs to be played but I loved you anyway, I would play anything you wanted now, well maybe. In al seriousness, Phil was a great guy and I really enjoyed working with him, I see the DVDs he made for me to play everyone once in a while and it reminds me of his passion for music, something we shared. Dolly, Diana and PCD were his favorite
Rusty Sparks
March 16, 2012
March 16, 2012
Happy Birthday Phil, Miss ya buddy hope your getting to celebrate their in heaven as if you were still with us here.. I will forever remember ya buddy...
ronnie gustafson
March 16, 2012
March 16, 2012
hello to all..happy birthday phil! boy does it warm my heart that so many people reach out to remember those who have fallen, not only on an every day basis but on special days like this....the whole world still remembers my friend Matt Shepard who was taken from us in a similar horrific crime in 1998, as they will always remember Phil too.god bless you all
Jamie Thompson
March 16, 2012
March 16, 2012
Happy Birthday to you babe! I will always miss the smile you brought to the bar every night. Much love!
stephen mathis
March 16, 2012
March 16, 2012
happy birthday my friend.we miss you each and every day.we keep you forever in our hearts.
Lee Mersino
January 16, 2012
January 16, 2012
Sweet Phil, I will always remember the great times we had. I will always remember that beautiful smile you have. You always smiled no matter what and always put smile on other peoples face. You are my Angel and there's not a night goes by that I don't think about you. Phil I love,care about you and miss you.
Jeff West
December 1, 2011
December 1, 2011
Phil, words cannot describe how I feel for you. I honor you in my heart everyday.  You certainly had an effect on so many people. Your smile was one of a kind.  You loved life always and with every opportunity you treated people with love and kindness. It is so unfortunate that you were taken from us. For the rest of my life and always you will remain in my thoughts and in my heart.
John Chappell
November 23, 2011
November 23, 2011
Phil, from all these messages as a testament to your loving spirit, it is clear you were truly blessed in this life. While in Knoxville, I saw you from time to time, always friendly, smiling and kind. I pray that God pulled you out as quickly as only His mighty hand could. I was shocked and saddened by our loss. God Bless you, and we will see you again.
John Chappell
November 23, 2011
November 23, 2011
Your spirit truly shined through your eyes, and you brightened the lives of all who knew you. As you have now passed from this troublesome world, you know it is now us who need the prayers..as you are now in His midst.

~The LORD is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed. Psalm 34:18
Rusty Sparks
November 23, 2011
November 23, 2011
Phil,
Even though I only knew you for a short time while you were in Knoxville. You have left the utmost impression with me then anyone I have ever known. An I hope that someday I have that opportunity to say Thank You and I hope that someday I can just be just as good as a great man as you were. R.I.P. My Friend
ronnie gustafson
November 22, 2011
November 22, 2011
darling phil....one night i was in the garage and an ex of mine was there too and was very cold to me.u sat down next to me and chatted me up till i smiled.ill NEVER forget that and each time i came in there and u smiled and made the best long island ice tea
i ever had!!!
Greg Dyett
November 22, 2011
November 22, 2011
I never met Phil Wells but I have visited The Garage with Las Vegas based friends during a recent vacation. It felt so surreal to hear from them that a gay bar I'd spent some time at was the scene of this totally reprehensible act. My best wishes from Australia to everyone touched by this tragedy.
John Davis
November 20, 2011
November 20, 2011
If we could bring you back again,
For one more hour or day,
We'd express all our unspoken love;
We'd have countless things to say.

If we could bring you back again,
We'd say we treasured you,
And that your presence in our lives
Meant more than we ever knew.

If we could bring you back again,
To tell you what we should,
You'd know how much we miss you now,
And if we could, we would.
daniel hooker
November 19, 2011
November 19, 2011
Phil
There are not words to describe the pain and emptiness this horrible tragedy has caused. I will forever miss you...never forget you...and always love you..
Cecil Kester
November 18, 2011
November 18, 2011
Phil,
Words can't begin to express how you have touched the lives of all the many people that you have come into contact with. Thank you for all of the love that you have shared in this lifetime. Your warm exhilarating smile we will carry in our hearts always!
Mystik Knight
November 17, 2011
November 17, 2011
Knoxville LGBT Community raised over $4500 for Phil's family!
Jason McClure
November 17, 2011
November 17, 2011
Thank you for the memories. I know it will be hard, but you and Geneva try and behave yourselves! ;+)
Lynn Cook
November 17, 2011
November 17, 2011
This has been a very sad and upsetting time for the many people that hold you dear to their hearts. May you always know, throughout eternity, that your kind words and bright smile will always be remembered.  I'll never forget the trip we made to Dollywood to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Park. We both left with 20 year season passes from Dolly herself. I Will Always Love You!!!
Denise Morrison
November 17, 2011
November 17, 2011
ure were a sweet man with a beautiful smile&heart! you will live forever in our hearts! ure in the lords arms now! R.i.p phil..heres another candle to light ure way...
Matthew Shatswell
November 17, 2011
November 17, 2011
Phil,,,
Oh dear friend. You were taken from us all so soon and suddenly.. But one thing is for sure, your bright smile and kind warm welcoming hug will be with me. You are one bright angel that has effected so many lives with you just being you.. You are one origenal true friend that will be in our hearts for ever... I'll miss you....
John Ingram
November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011
Phil, you've touched the lives of so many...nationwide. What a blessing to us all. No one could ever pour a cold Fat Tire with such enthusiasm as you. We are comforted in knowing your gleaming smile is shining in the heavens above. Go in peace my friend; rest easy. We will always love you.
Brad Gagner
November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011
Thanks for the brief period that I did enjoy your friendship--you certainly left a lasting impression on me--and obviously many others from all over the country. I'll never forget the brief but interesting chat we had about Karen Carpenter, and the few philosophical tidbits you left me with. Thanks for touching my life and the lasting memory of your friendship...
Jennie Fred Frederick Adk...
November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011
I love you so much Phil and still not grasp the thought that you are no longer with us. Every time you saw me, you greeted me with that beautiful smile, a warm hug and a sweet kiss on the cheek....Heaven gained a glorious angel when you arrived Monday morning. We will meet again my dear one and what a day that will be....May you rest in peace....Knoxville, TN
Richard McGuire
November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011
We met because of our love for Dolly Parton. Though I had only known you a short time. I am so glad that I had the chance to know you. You will be greatly missed. "Shine On" like Dolly would want you to.
Brian Maley
November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011
Gone to soon.  You will always be in my heart. I treasure the memories of you.   RIP sweet angel.......
David Walker
November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011
Rest in Peace Kind fellow.....your amazing heart will forever live on....you were such a sweet heart,,,such a shame your journey ended so soon....my thoughts are with your family and friends.
Daniel Stewart
November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011
You were a great and kind man. You will be greatly missed.
Matthew Hardenbergh
November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011
I'm truly horrified and saddened by what has happened to you, Phil. Our paths crossed a few times over the years, and you were always a very kind and laid back person when I was around you. No one deserves the brutality which you endured in the last moments of your life. I hope there will be smooth and swift justice done on your behalf.
Ken Goins
November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011
Your smile is now making heaven brighter. RIP my friend.
David Wright
November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011
You will be missed forever, May the Lord take care of you R.I.P my friend
Jim Burns
November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011
You will forever be in the hearts of everyone you touched. RIP Phil. May your family and friends left behind find peace and acceptance.
Stephanie Lundberg
November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011
You were a wonderful and lovely soul here on Earth! Here's one more candle to help lead you to Heaven! :)
Jason Spade
November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011
You were a great person Phil and taken from us all way to soon! I'm sure your smile is the biggest one in heaven now! RIP buddy!
Gordon Weiss
November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011
Pest in Peace Phil, You will be missed by so very many in this world,A kinder and peaceful caring and loving person you are, We will ALWAYS Love you,,,,
stephen mathis
November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011
he seemed like a nice guy,didn't really know him,but he will be missed and forever live in our hearts.did not deserve to go this soon,and taken from us.love and miss you forever.
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Happy Birthday Philsy ( you let me call u that in Vegas) we earthly folks miss yer smile and best bartending skills i ever saw...well see u on the other side someday!
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Happy birthday sweetheart. Love you and miss you forever.
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November 16, 2011
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