It is with heavy heart that I report the passing of my father Charles S. Welch.
Yesterday morning my father died peacefully in his sleep. This past week has been a whirlwind of family and friends sharing together with dad. He was in good spirits joking as usual right up until he fell asleep on Sunday night.
He was at peace with his final journey and I was so glad he spent his final days in hospice care. The entire staff made it easier for him and our family. I cannot thank the team at the Leo Center for Caring enough.
Visitation will be Friday, January 30th at Paul W. Harris Funeral Home in Irondequoit, NY from 4 – 7 PM and a memorial service will be held Saturday, January 31st at Seneca United Methodist Church beginning at 2 PM.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Seneca United Methodist Church, 121 Scholfield Rd., Rochester, NY 14617; Project Glory Home, C/O Annie’s Angels 1500 Portland Ave. Rochester, N.Y. 14621; CRU 508 Dewey Street Royal Oak, MI 48067 or give online; Leo Center for Caring, 1500 Portland Ave. Rochester, N.Y. 14621.
Thank you so much for all the words of caring we have received over this past week. Knowing so many of you were think of and praying for my father has meant a lot to me.
My tears are running while I read your post. I’m so sorry that you lost your dad…. You are in my thoughts and I wish I could do more than to share only my tears and my grief with you…
Dear Cindy, Charlie, Walter and Millie and the entire Welch Pack
Madi and I are so very sorry to read of your precious Dad’s passing.
How wonderful that you, your family and friends were able to spend a good week with him…saying good bye is most important. we send you hugs and purrs and lots of love. Maybe Chuck the Grill Master will run into Nina
over the Bridge.
With sympathy
Sincerely
Cecilia and Madi
We are truly saddened to read about our friend, the great Grill Master Chuck. We always enjoyed seeing his smiling face on your blog and giving out many puppy kisses to the pack.
We know that the last few days have been hard on everyone and we’ve kept you all in our thoughts and prayers. Wish we could have done much more to help.
Heaven has gained a GREAT man!
Much love,
Lily Belle, Muffin, Kim, Rolf and G-Pa Bob
Cindy, I’m so sorry. There just aren’t the right words that will magically make the pain stop. Just remember we are all here for you whenever you need us. Take comfort in knowing that your father lived a good life and left this world in peace.
Hugs…
I’m glad that you all had wonderful support through this difficult time. My thoughts are with you.
So sorry for your loss. Your dad leaves a wonderful legacy.
So sorry to hear you very sad news. Sending lots of loves and hugs to you from us, we are thinking of you, take care
Loves and licky kisses
Princess Leah xxx
We have been out of the loop for a while now. And how very sorry we are to hear of the passing of your Dad. Hugs and prayers to you. May he rest now in eternal peace,
Hugs and Woos, Kathie and The OP Pack
We are so very, very sorry, Miss Cindy. Enjoy all of the wonderful memories that you have had with your dad. Big hugs to you ♥
Love ya lots♥
Mitch and Molly
We are so very sorry for your loss Cindy and are sending prayers and POTP for peace and comfort.
Hugs,
Beth, Dory, Jakey, Arty & Bilbo
So sorry to hear of your father’s death. Take care of yourself and cherish all the memories he left you.
Oh, I am so sorry to hear abouts your Pops. It sure seems like he had a most FABulous life and family, and that he loved it til the end. We should all be so lucky. I am sendin’ you {{hugs}}} and kisses and lots of AireZens and love.
Kisses,
Ruby ♥
pees: and a margarita…☺
Soft husky woooooos,
Nuk & Family
OH We are SOOOOO sorry. We send of sincere condolences.
Oh gosh, we are so sorry for the loss of your father, we are gonna send over our POTP for you and your familly!
The Mad Scots
So sorry for your loss. Hospice can be such a gift for families. Lots of healing prayers for your family.
Losing a parent is always sad. Hugs to all of you. Just keep remembering all those funny and loving memories.
Dear Cindy, Charlie, Millie & Walter, I am so sorry to read about the loss of your Father. I know all too well how hard it is to lose “our dads” and I so hope that you are finding comfort and peace from both your memories and from family members and friends like me who are sharing his sad loss with you.
I’m so sorry. Your father must have been an amazing man to reach peace with his situation so quickly. I send all of you love and hugs.
Thinking of you all at this time. Praying that God will comfort you and the rest of the family. Your Dad was a sweet man and good family friend for as long as I can remember. I will remember him fondly and with a smile on my face. I am so glad I was able to see him recently over the Christmas holidays. Take care.
The comments above are from Carol Clark.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you all and find comfort in each other.
Anne and Sasha
We are all so very sorry to learn of your loss! Please know that we’re thinking of you!
While we are sorry for your loss it is wonderful that he was able to be joyful to the end.
Your Pals,
Murphy & Stanley
Oh gosh Cindy I am sorry. I want to thank you for letting me “know” your dad from the blog posts. I hope the services are lovely. Thinking of you, Sam
We are so very sorry to hear of your father and grandpas passing. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Wallace, Samuel & mom (Robyn)
xxx
I am so sorry for your loss Cindy. Your dad is at peace now, his final days comfortable with his family around him, that must have been such a comfort to him and for you.
Take care,
love and hugs
Lynne xxx
Dear Cindy, my deepest condolences on the loss of your father. I’m so very sorry. Sending big hugs to you all. Heaven has gained a new angel. Blessings to your family. xo Jeanne, Chloe and LadyBug
We send you peace and comfort and we send gentle hugs too from across the pond. Cling onto those happy memories and remember he is still with you watching over you. Very are so very sorry for your loss.
Best wishes Molly
So sorry for the loss of your dad..but so glad you were all able to be together…sending our love and hugs to you all at this time..Fozziemum xx
I am so very sorry to hear this, even as I have known all of you in blogville such a short time. He died with happy memories at his fingertips, and surrounded by love. That is all we can ask for. My prayers go out to your family in this time of loss.
Lin and family
Sincere condolences to you. Losing a parent is always so very hard, a big piece of oneself that just disappears. Glad you were together.
May the memories of good times, love and laughter help you during this difficult time. Hugs.
Cindy, we are thinking of you at this time of your loss. All our prayers to you and your family. Hold the memories close to your heart.
stella rose and momma
I came by from POTP to leave condolences on the loss of your father. A warm hug. Purrs and tail wags from the crew.
Jan
I am so very sorry for your loss……I know what it’s like to lose a parent and it’s an ache that never quite goes away. Sending lots of hugs and a prayer that you will be as at peace as your Dad was with his passing.
Pam
Peace be with your father and your family. I am very sorry for your loss.
We are so sad to hear about your grandpa. Please accept our condolences. How wonderful he had such a peaceful passing.
Oh, Cindy I am so sorry for your loss. I am glad that his passing was peaceful and I’m sending warm hugs to you and your family.
Sarge’s Staff
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Wishing you comfort and peace in your hearts where he still lives on
hugs
Mr Bailey, Hazel, Mabel & Linda
We are so very sorry for your loss. ~Tuiren & Family
I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of your father. May your family find comfort in each other in this time of grief, and may you know that all of Blogville is also out here for you to offer what comfort and support as we can. ❤
I’m so very sorry. Sending love and hugs to you and your family.
so very sorry for your loss of your wonderful Dad.
Marty and Mom
Cindy, we are sending rottie hugs of comfort (and maybe a small bite on the scruff for Millie and Walter.) We’re so glad that you were able to spend time togethr this week.
Love,
-Bart, Ruby, Otto and Lisa
hello millie and walter and hyooman family its dennis the vizsla dog hay i am verry sorry to heer abowt yore grandpa trixie and i ar sending menny tail wags to yoo at this diffikult time!!! i am glad yoo all got to be together for the last fyoo days!!! ok bye
Sending love and hugs to you and your family xxoxx
So sorry for your loss. Glad your father was at peace and everyone was able to be together. ❤
Oh Cindy! I’m so very sorry for your loss!