Colin Wells died by suicide by hanging April 10, 2021, in Lakewood, Colorado. He was born in Colorado to his parents, Steve Wells and Kathy Wells in 1972 and was educated at Colorado State, studying Construction Management.
He suffered trauma from childhood. He couldn’t let it go, and it caused him deep pain. That darkness is not who he was by any means but it consumed him all the same. He was so damn funny and intellectually profound. Our therapist called his stature “imposing” one day, and it took Colin aback. He had no idea of his positive presence yet he would command it with ease. He struggled to see his own beauty and strength.
He worked for 20 years with many friends at Hensel Phelps, and worked up to General Superintendent, where he supervised large construction projects such as military facilities, airports, and convention centers. He was skilled at construction and designed and completely rebuilt his family home in Lakewood, including a shop where he restored antique and collectible vehicles.
When he was most content, he enjoyed life to the fullest. His many friends and work colleagues admired his creativity and drive. His generosity and determination to help his friends and community were well known. He loved his family, construction, building things, wild animals, the outdoors, rebuilding custom cars, remodeling his house, and landscaping his yard. He worked his whole life to prove himself. His dream came true with this home and shop he built and even more with his daughter Olive, who was truly his dream.
His survivors include his wife, Erica, his daughter Olive, his father and stepmother Steve & Pam, his sisters Shannon and Caitlin and his mother, Kathy. He also leaves behind many extended family. He will never be forgotten; he will always live on in our hearts.
A private memorial will be held May 15, 2021. Donations may be made to The Wild Animal Sanctuary, 2999 County Road 53, Keensburg, Colorado 80643 and to Youth Suicide Prevention, Second Wind Fund, 899 Logan Street, Suite 208, Denver, Colorado 80203.
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