He is survived by his wife Maxine, five sons, seven daughters, forty four grandchildren, sister Imogene and brother Morris. He was preceded in death by his son Harold "Gene" Welch.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday March 8, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. with calling from 11:30 A. M. until the time of service at the Crown Hill Funeral Home Chapel.