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Robert Welsh Obituary

Welsh, Robert E. "Butch" Age 72, former husband of Sharon (nee Green); loving father of Robert Jr. (Angela) Welsh, Mary Martin, Daniel (Sonya) Welsh, and Peggy (Adam) Kuyawa; dearest grandfather of 11 and great grandfather of 9; fond brother of the late Thomas (the late Carol), Maurice (Dorothy), John (Jan) and Eugene Welsh. Robert was a member of Pipefitters Local #597 for 50 years. Visitation Friday 3:00-9:00 P.M. Funeral Service Saturday 10:00 A.M. at Lawn Funeral Home 7732 W. 159th St. Orland Park. Interment Private. Funeral Info: 708 429-3200

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 28, 2011.

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January 3, 2012

To the Welsh Family. Received a call today that told us the sad news that Butch passed away. We are so sorry to hear this news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Looking back we will cherish all the wonderful times at Indiana Beach. It brings a smile to my face. My parents truly love your Dad and Mom. Take Care. The Mahoney's Mike, Sharon, Jaimie and Matthew

Kirsten & Bobby Welsh

December 30, 2011

We love you.

Kirsten

December 29, 2011

We loved you dearly Grampa Butch!!! Ill never forget your big smile and loud voice. You're irreplaceable in our hearts & there is a huge hole missing in your family. May you rest in peace...

Robert Moore

December 29, 2011

To the Welsh family, my condolences. Butch was always so good to me growing up when we would visit or over to our house. I can still hear him say "RRRRRRobbie" with that strong voice. God Bless, I am sure he will be missed and remembered for all the best!

December 28, 2011

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Butch, I worked with and for him many times as a past pipe fitter. Our condolenses to the family.

Sincerely, Ty & Barbara Gauger

The Good Ole Days

Mary Pat Tifft

December 28, 2011

We will miss you Uncle Butch. Have very fond memories of growing up and the Welsh gatherings. You're all together once again. Miss all of you.
Much Love
Your Niece
Mary Pat Welsh Tifft

Jean Dignan

December 28, 2011

We will miss you Uncle Butch you were one of a kind! I will always remember you and your irish smiling eyes just like my dads! Your Niece, Jeanie

December 28, 2011

To Dan, Sonya, and all the family, my heart breaks to hear such news. You all are in my prayers. Rhonda Wolf

Gerald Green

December 28, 2011

So sorry to hear the passing of Butch Welsh, our deepest condolence,and ..our prayers are with you. Gerry and Jane Green

Dave DuBois

December 28, 2011

Our condolences & love to the Welsh family on the loss of their dear dad. We have fond memories of our friendship from Little League to "Dad's 'n Lads" & just socializing. He will be missed.
(Dave & Pat DuBois, Burbank, IL)

DEEDEE MOORE/JENSEN

December 28, 2011

I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BUTCH PASSING AWAY. I HAVE SO MANY FOND MEMORIES FROM MY CHILDHOOD WITH HIM. HE WAS ALWAYS SMILING AND HE WAS THE LIFE OF A PARTY.

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