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Kenneth D. “Doc” Welty

Kenneth D. “Doc” Welty age 92 of Richwood, died Wednesday afternoon July 7, 2010 at the Marion General Hospital He was born November 4, 1917 in Marion to the late Fred and Mary (Atha) Everly, but at the age of 12, due to the passing of his mother, he was adopted by Earnest and Elsie Welty of West Mansfield, they also preceded him in death. When in high School he was proud of playing in a 10 piece orchesta in various places in the area, he was a noted baseball coach, starting youth teams in the West Mansfield area. Doc was a graduate of the OSU Veterinary School of Medicine, veteran of the Army during WW II. He started his vet practice in Bellefontaine, and then moved it to the farm near West Mansfield, about 1960 he went to work as a meat and food inspector for the city of Columbus and State of Ohio in Central Ohio. Doc was a member of the West Mansfield U.M. Church, a very active and dedicated member of the Richwood Civic Center, former member of the Masonic Lodge in West Mansfield and Lions Club Doc loved people; he enjoyed making new friends and truly never met a stranger. He married Grace Brandon (Eiler) and she died October 8, 1975, also predeceased by sister: Margarite Everly Surviving are his two sons: Tim (Sharon) Welty of LaPorte, Indiana and Ken (Nancy) Welty of West Mansfield Grandchildren: Kenny Joe Welty, Kacy (Dana) Welty, Dr. Kimberly (Chip) McDonald and Andrea (Tony) Fields Great Grandchildren: Davis, Grace and Maddy McDonald, Gracie, Taylor, Ashley and Mason Welty, Sierra and Anthony Fields and Samantha Welty Sister: Iris Angle of Bellefontaine Special friend: Ruby Davis of Richwood Numerous nieces and nephews Memorial services will be held Saturday July 17, 2010 at 3:00 pm at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood, where friends may call from 1 – 3:00 pm. Pastor David Wilson will officiate. There will be veteran services at the funeral home conducted by the Richwood Area Veterans. Burial will be in the Green Lawn Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Richwood Civic Center at 235 Grove St. Richwood, Ohio 43344 Remembrances and Condolences may be made at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com Directions to Green Lawn Cemetery Florist Login Feel free to post a remembrance on this person's birthday, anniversary of passing, holidays, or whenever feels appropriate.

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Condolences       to #1 from: Carolyn Henderson Green Camp Township, Ohio Fri, Jul 9, 2010 at 7:15 AM During my 12 year career at Richwood Cardinal, I saw Doc almost daily, love talking to him and hearing his stories..nice, gentle man #2 from: Dr Skinner Marion Fri, Jul 9, 2010 at 3:00 PM Doc Welty was a charming and kind gentleman. I would like to extend my condolences to his family. #3 from: Elizabeth "Sally" Lewis for Melvin Watkins Lima Ohio Sat, Jul 10, 2010 at 1:52 PM I was visiting Dad last evening and we came upon the news of the passing of "Doc" Welty in the paper. Dad dosen't have clear recollection of things these days, however the news prompted a few stories from the past. Doc Welty's contributions to his community and those who came to him for help at troubling times in their lives is memerable even to those who now have trouble remembering.  Doc Welty will be greatly missed by family and friends.  Please accept our sincerest sympathy in your time of sorrow. From: Melvin Watkins Family #4 from: Robin La POrte, Indiana Sat, Jul 10, 2010 at 4:07 PM Praying God's peace for you and your family....Tim and Sharon have been so welcoming to me and my work at L.P First. Praying..... Robin Podell #5 from: Leslie Calvert LaPorte Sat, Jul 10, 2010 at 9:38 PM I am very sorry for your loss.  He was a treasure. #6 from: Duane & Bonnie Miller LaPorte, In. Sun, Jul 11, 2010 at 9:01 AM Our thoughts & prayers go out to our dear friends Tim & Sharon Welty at this difficult time. May the memories of you Dad bring you comfort & joy forever. Love, Duane & Bonnie #7 from: Jane Anne and Virgil Meier 16701 Poling Rd, Marysville, Oh. 43040 Wed, Jul 14, 2010 at 11:14 AM Tim & Sharon and Family, We are saddened to hear of your Dad's passing, but know his light shines on in you.  Doc was always full of fun and joy to know.  We are thinking of you today. With Love, Jane Anne and Virgil

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