Wells Granger was a dynamic leader and standout student whose impact at St. Thomas High School reflected a commitment to goodness and excellence. As Student Body President, varsity football captain, and academic high-achiever, Wells exemplified what it means to lead with integrity and purpose.

A three-year football letterman, Wells led his team in rushing yards his senior season and earned Academic First Team All-State honors. His leadership on the field mirrored his commitment in the classroom and community. He served four years on Student Council, including three as class representative and his senior year as Student Body President. Wells was a member of the National Honor Society and the Saint Thomas Club (six semesters), and served as both a Senior Leader and a Round Up Board member.

Wells’s accomplishments continued a proud family tradition at St. Thomas. His grandfather, Ted Nowak (’70), was a two-time state football champion, Allnoch Award recipient, and STH Sports Hall of Fame inductee. His other grandfather, Weldon Granger, helped build the school’s first stadium and has long supported youth education. His father, John Granger II (’97), serves as Chair of the STH Investment Committee and has been a member of the Foundation Board since 2019.

The Nowak and Granger families have deep ties to St. Thomas, including great-uncles Leonard (’66) and Mike Nowak (’71) and uncles Jason Granger (’00), Matt Nowak (’95), and Mark Nowak (’98). Wells’s brother, Alex (’27), and his cousins Carter Nowak (’24), Dillon Doyle (’24), William Doyle (’26), Ryan Nowak (’28), and Andrew Nowak (’29) are also part of the STH tradition.