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Richard Welsh Obituary
Richard Loftus Welsh, 89, died Wednesday, November 18, 2009, in Richmond, Virginia.
Born in Toronto, Canada, the son of Richard and Marietta Welsh, he was a resident of Charlottesville, Virginia, since 1960.
He leaves his daughter, Catherine Welsh of Richmond; a stepdaughter, Carol Zoeller of Fort Lauderdale; a step-daughter, Teresa DeMasters of Virginia Beach; and a stepson, Stephen DeMasters of Charlottesville.
Mr. Welsh was widowed by his wife, Patricia DeMasters Welsh in 2006.
Richard was a World War II veteran, where he served with the United States Army in Europe. Following service he pursued automobile racing and stock car modification followed by a life career in architectural drafting. After retirement, he was employed by HUD as a building inspector.
Mr. Welsh will be fondly remembered as a gifted storyteller with a wonderful sense of humor.
Memorial donations may be made to CARITAS of Richmond, Virginia.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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November 23, 2009
Catherine,
I am very sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill
Pat Thomas
November 23, 2009
Dear Catherine,
I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. May you and your family find peace at this time of loss. My prayers are with you.
Pat Thomas
Alice Mawyer
November 22, 2009
Dear Catherine,
My heart is saddened by your father's death. After knowing him for over forty years and living most of those years in the same house, I will truly miss him. With my love to you, Alice.
November 22, 2009
Catherine-I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I have missed him coming in my office and telling us stories and handing out hugs. I will miss those hugs.
Karen Harris
Short Insurance
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November 20, 2009
Catherine, I was so sorry to hear about your Dad. I know this is a difficult time for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We miss you at MHS. Fondly, Annette Legard
Marty Meintzer
November 20, 2009
Catherine,
I was so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Remember the good times and the laughter you shared. Your memories will help lessen your grief.
Lillie Epps
November 20, 2009
Catherine,We know what a beautiful person your father was.We also know he is now with our Lord in Heaven.May Gog con,t to bless you for you loving him.
Lillian Carter
November 20, 2009
Catherine, I am saddened to read of your father's passing. Seems like just a day or so ago that we shared over lunch wonderful recent stories about him. Please know that my deepest condolences are extended to you and your family in this loss. Will be in touch on my return to Richmond.
Lillian H. Carter
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