Elizabeth P. Welch (Betty) born July 31, 1932 passed away on March 6, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Frank L. Welch. Beloved mother of Sharon Wilson (Mike Appolson), Tracey (Kathy Lamphere) Sowles and the late Mike Sowles, and Keith Sowles. Beloved sister of Richard Hobson, Robert Hobson and Gary Lynn Stowers. She is survived by her many grandchildren and great grandchildren that she loved so much. Her special bond with her granddaughter Sandra Berlanga will be remembered by her forever. Elizabeth always believed in family and we will miss her. Visitation will be Friday from 4-8pm at Pixley Funeral Home 322 W. University Rd. Rochester MI 48307. Additional visitation Saturday from 10:30 until the time of service at 11am at the funeral home.