James Edward “Jim” Welsh, 61 passed away at 5:00 a.m. Friday, February 19th, 2021. He was born June 10th, 1959 in Peoria, IL to John E. “Jack” Welsh and Rita D. Hovorka Welsh. Jim was preceded in death by his parents Jack and Rita Welsh, his youngest son Michael Reese Welsh and nephew Christopher Flynn. Jim is survived by his wife Deborah M. Wade Welsh, son John Edward (Shannon) Welsh, grandsons; Travis Welsh and Josh Welsh, brother John (Roylyn) Welsh, sisters; Mary Kay “Mimi” Huber and Tina (Jerry) Broyles, nephews and nieces; Matt, Sarah (Dale), Emily (Chad), Michelle, Leslie (Richie) and Heather and nine grand nephews and nieces.
Jim’s passions included rescuing stray cats and dogs, loved all genres of music, camping, fishing, the ocean and Harley Davidsons.
Rest in Peace and Ride ON JIM.