Name: Visitation for Daniel F. Welch
Start: 2021-12-17T14:30:00.000Z
End: 2021-12-17T17:00:00.000Z
Location: Coyle Funeral and Cremation Services - Toledo

Daniel F. Welch

Daniel F. Welch, age 74, passed away peacefully at his home on December 9, 2021. Dan was born Daniel Fredrick Welch on December 17, 1946 to Raymond and Opal Welch in Toledo, Ohio. Dan attended St. Frances De Sales Elementary School and Central Catholic High School, class of 1964. Dan completed two Master's degrees in Music Education and Automotive Engineering from the University of Toledo, Ohio while teaching and working full-time.

Dan was a professional vocalist and musician for 60 years, having performed with such groups as Dan Welch and the Weekenders, Toledo Symphony Jazz Quartet, the Watermelon Men, the Johnny Knorr Orchestra, Swingmania and the Michael Lorenz Orchestra. Dan's versatility as both a musician and vocalist allowed him to perform with many community organizations, local bands and musicians throughout his career including the Toledo Symphony Orchestra, Toledo Symphony Chorale, Bob Zielinski and the Kingsmen, Hershey Cohen and Company, the Jerry DePrisco Orchestra and the Tony Celeste Orchestra. Some of the more nationally famous names Dan has performed with included world legend and jazz vocalist Jon Hendricks, the late trumpeter Bobby Hackett and singer/actor Gordon McCrae. On the theater stage, Dan performed lead roles with local community and semi-professional groups, including the roles of Curly in Oklahoma, Sky Masterson in Guys and Dolls and Emile De Becque in South Pacific. Dan is a former musical director for the Toledo Repertoire Theater. Dan also composed several songs on his released CDs.

Dan was an educator his entire life with the Catholic Diocese of Toledo and the Toledo Public Schools. He was a long-time member of Rosary Cathedral, St. Patrick of Heatherdowns and St. Joan of Arc Catholic churches having served in the capacity of choir member.

Surviving is his loving wife of 21 years, Suzanne "Sue" Gorney-Welch; his sister, Mary Jane Welch; and his children, James (Angela) Welch, Robert (Loraine) Welch, Diana (David) Nash and Laurie Welch; grandchildren, Steven, Asia-Marie, Lilliana, Jacob, Daniel, Acecia, Aria and Bryhson.

Friends may visit at the Coyle Funeral Home on Friday, December 17 from 9:30 a.m. until 12 noon. A Scripture Service will precede the procession to St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church for the Mass of Christian Burial which will be held at 1 p.m. Entombment will be at Resurrection Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be given in Dan's memory to St. Joan of Arc Catholic church, Central Catholic High School or the Cherry Street Mission Ministries. Please leave a condolence message for the family at www.CoyleFuneralHome.com

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Published by The Blade on Dec. 16, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Welch

10 Entries

Jack Sparagowski

December 10, 2023

Even though it has been a couple years since Dan's passing, I still hold the friendship we had very close to me. We were Central classmates, band and choir mates, and our political interests bonded us even closer. For our 25th class reunion, Dan and I wrote a song commemorating the 4 years we all spent at Central. Two other classmates along with Dan and I, sang and played that song for the class. It brought everyone to tears. I still remember the words and often sing that song silently thinking of Dan as I do. We were good friends and I miss him. I'm sure we'll sing with the angels when we meet again. Jack Sparagowski

Jack & Gayle Sparagowski

December 17, 2021

Sue:
We are so sorry to hear of Dan´s passing. Even though he and I didn´t see one another much these last couple years, I thought of him a lot. We shared the same moral and political views and I always enjoyed talking politics with him. He was a stand-up guy, a close classmate, and a great conservative. He will be dearly missed. I´m sorry we didn´t know of the visitation and Mass this morning. We will certain keep both of you in our prayers. God bless you and your family.

Michael J Holtgrieve

December 17, 2021

I'm sorry I couldn't make it there today I'm sorry that this has happened I never got to see much of him but he will be missed

Janice Granecki

December 17, 2021

Offering your prayers during this difficult time. Hugs to you and your family.

Linda Johnson

December 16, 2021

I remember Dan very fondly from our mutual time as music majors at UT. My sincere condolences and prayers for his family.

Suanne Cline

December 16, 2021

Danny was a friend to everyone. He loves music. He loved to entertain. He will be missed by many.

Lydia Morris

December 16, 2021

So very sorry for your loss Sue, and family, this must be devastating. I can see how well regarded he was, and know he will be missed. Peace.

Jean Mills

December 16, 2021

Our sincere sympathy to your family on Dan´s sudden death. We danced to Dan´s music for years with the Lamplighters and
Cotillion Club events. We considered him a friend. His loss is great!
Jean and Norb Mills

Anthony & Patricia Barone

December 15, 2021

Offering condolences and prayers to Sue and family on the loss of Dan. He was such a talented and accomplished man, and will be greatly missed.

Dave youngman

December 14, 2021

Dan was a great musician and friend. He was one reason I rejoined the watermelon men 10 years ago. I was fortunate to last see him in September at old west end concert where Jean Holden sat in. So glad he had that last encounter.

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