Joseph Van Ness

Joseph L. van Ness, 79, of Welsh, passed away Saturday, May 27, 2017 in Welsh.

He was born September 18, 1937 in New Orleans to Marvin and Mabel (Guzman) van Ness. He was preceded in death by his parents and one grandson, Jacob van Ness

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife Jacquelien van Ness of 56 years, two children Dwayne van Ness and his wife Sonya and Jill van Ness all of Welsh. Also surviving are four grandchildren, Ryan van Ness and his wife Kristina; Chelsie Davidson and her husband Will; Brandon van Ness and his wife Mary and Madlyn van Ness and eight great-grandchildren.

Joseph was owner and operator of Lo-Lift Pump Co. for over 30 years before retiring. He was a 50 year member of the First Baptist church and Past President of the Lions International. He served on the Welsh City Counsel for 8 years and was a Scout Leader for the Boy Scouts in Welsh.

The family ask that donations in Joseph’s honor be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of America, Lyons Club, and the First Baptist Church of Welsh.

Visitation will be Monday, May 29, 2017 from 5 to 9 pm at Hixson Funeral Home in Welsh and will resume at 10 am Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at First Baptist Church in Welsh until the time of service. A Funeral Service will be at 11:00 am at the church.

Burial will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Welsh. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.