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David Welch Obituary
Greece, NY: Suddenly on March 18, 2017, age 64. Predeceased by his father, David N. He is survived by his mother, Betty J. (Belcher); 1 sister, Deborah A. Fite; nephew, Michael C. Figenscher; many cousins, especially Donald May; best friends, Don & Patty Osler. Member of Subcommittee- he was Commodore of SubRon8; Rochester's Local Sub Club; past member of Rochester Corvette Club; owner of Big Dave's Design. Funeral & Celebration of Life Services to be announced.
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Byron S Collie
March 13, 2024
Remembering Big Dave on this day. He was a great friend, always available to help and answer questions on his sub stuff. I'm sad I never got to see him in Rochester with the club. Think about you often mate. Your legacy of friendship lives on.
Byron S Collie
April 26, 2023
Dave was a great supporter and friend. Thinking of him. Sorry I missed the anniversary.
Steve Neill
March 13, 2023
I loved this man and I think of him often. He was always there for me and had the best sense of humor and sense of fun of anyone I knew. He was my greatest submarine modeler friend. He always helped me with my projects. He made me many of his cylinders I still have to this day and they ride proudly in my model submarines. One of my subs has a Minion on the tower. That was Dave's avatar. He is always with me everytime I sail.
Sandy Seigel
April 13, 2017
I have so many fond memories of Dave, and the time spent together while we were in High School and beyond. I keep thinking of the fun times we shared with "the gang". Although we hadn't seen each other in quite a few years, he will always have a special place in my heart. We are so sorry for your loss, and I pray God gives you all comfort through this difficult time.
Rick Teskey
March 24, 2017
The Canadian submarine "mafia" squad will be at half mast for a long time.
Be at peace.
Scott Russell
March 23, 2017
My very best thoughts and prayers go out to Big Dave's family. I will always remember his kindness, hearty laugh, and amazing technical wizardry and expertise. During a visit with SubRon8 one summer day he was very kind to my son and patiently answered so many of his questions about RC boats. A good memory of that day. Very Best, Scott Russell & Family
michael
March 22, 2017
uncle david I still cant believe your gone you where always there to help me when I needed you .you will truly be missed and now your with grandpa. I love you and miss ya buddy
Patty Reed
March 20, 2017
Aunt Betty you are in my heart and prayers. Love you
Paul Strassner
March 20, 2017
To Betty, Deb and Michael,
I am surely blessed and honored to have known David. He's been a great friend, very talented and fun loving guy.
Rest in peace and hope to see you again some day...
Ken Figenscher
March 19, 2017
Rest In Peace Dave,
My condolences to the Welch family. We all went through life together. Now God is taking us to the next level. Dave is in heaven with choirs of angels & his song his beautiful. He led a good life and was always surrounded by loving family. God bless you Dave and peace on Earth to the Welch family.
Steve Neill
March 19, 2017
BigDave how I will miss you! You were a truly great human being. The world will always be a better place for your being here.
Second Star to the right and straight on til morning my dear friend.
And thanks for making my Seaview sail so well. It was your great engineering that made her work. I will cherish her all my life and remember you each time I sail her.
March 19, 2017
Debbie and Mikey ,Sorry for your loss.I'll light a candle at mass today. Lori .Magoffin
Renee Spielberger
March 19, 2017
Big Dave we will miss you terribly. You are one of the greatest most memorable people we know. Please Rest In Peace and know you are very loved by many.
Renée & Don Spielberger
Dave Townsend
March 19, 2017
I never got to meet Dave in person but knew him well through the forums... He was a wealth of knowledge and a man of great talent... We are all saddened by his sudden passing. Prayers to his family.
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