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John James Welch, 91, passed away June 14, 2019 at his home in Keizer, Oregon. Jim was born in Cowley, Wyoming to John and Clara Welch on October 8,1927. He married Patricia Holyoak on April 2,1945. They had 5 children - Joan, Anne (John), John (Joyce), Gary, and Paul (Paula); 12 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild; and many nieces and nephews.
They lived in Lovell, Wyoming where Jim worked at the Brick and Tile, also as a plumber and builder and on road construction.
They moved to Rozet, Wyoming where he operated a gas plant and later worked in the oil field with Kissack and Gilland.
After moving to Oregon, Jim worked for his son, Gary, at New Line Construction. He retired at age 80. Jim, a special person to all who knew him, will be missed.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents - John and Clara, siblings - Thora, Willard, Sarah, Elenor, B, and Bessie.
Interment will be private. Donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
So glad your at peace now. May the Holy Spirit give peace to everyone who loves you and knew you
My most sincere condolences to the family. May God bring peace and strength to your hearts during this sad time and find comfort in his promise to bring back to life those you love who have fallen asleep in death.
(1 Thessalonians 4: 13,14)
I’ll never forget Uncle Jim’s bright eyes. They always had an impish twinkle and a quick wit. Your family was always so close and happy. You’re all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love you grandpa! I've been having memories of playing hide and go seek with you and those onion sandwiches! See you again someday in heaven!
Love you Grandpa you will be missed. Glad you are in peace
I love you Uncle Jim.
One of a kind,,, One of the best kind of man anyone could hope to know in life.
Feeling privileged & honored to have spent time with him
For the opportunity to meet the family members I did
Rest In Peace Jim
I pray your journey home was smoorh
I’m drinking a beer to a great man who will be missed. Love to all the family.
May Jim's legacy live on through his family. Thank you for trusting Johnson Funeral Home with hsi arrangements.