Photo courtesy of Connor-Healy Funeral Home - Manchester
Manchester, New Hampshire
Dec 25, 1936 – May 14, 2014
James R. Welch, 77, of Londonderry, NH, died May 14, 2014, after a sudden illness.
Born in Concord, NH on December 25, 1936, he was the son of Henry and Katherine (Daley) Welch. James was raised in the Queen City and resided in Londonderry for forty-five years. He wintered in Haines City Florida since 2004.
James graduated from Bishop Bradley High School, Class of 1954. He earned a bachelor of arts degree in sociology from Saint Anselm College in 1958. In both high school and college, he was active in the performing arts programs.
He served with the Air National Guard.
Until his retirement, he was an examiner with the State of NH Department of Personnel for thirty-five years.
In his early years, he was a communicant of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. He was a member of the American Rhododendron Society and the American Iris Society.
He took great pride in his rhododendron gardens. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed long walks. He had a special interest in watching classic movies, going out to dinner as well as spending time with family and friends.
Family members include his son, Matthew R. Welch and his wife, Shannon, of Concord; two grandchildren, Autumn and Aidan; his brother, Richard J. Welch of Farmington; several nieces, nephews, and many dear friends.
Services: Calling hours are Sunday from 2 to 5 PM at the Connor-Healy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 537 Union Street, corner of Concord Street, Manchester, NH.
A funeral service will be held Monday at 10AM in the funeral home.
Burial will take place in Calvary Cemetery, Concord.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Rhododendron Society, P.O. Box 525, Niagara Falls, NY 14304.
On the day he suffered his heart attack he was going to visit my garden. He got a kick out of some special plants.One of them was this red rhododendron
that just opened and I fondly thought of him.
Sally Perkins
May 09, 2024 | Salem, NH | Friend
Our deepest sympathies to the family.We shared his love of rhododendrons and his enthusiastic attitude. He was generous and kind.He is in glory now, with Michelina playing beautiful operatic music.
Sally and John
Sally and John Perkins
June 29, 2014 | Salem, NH
We were really sorry to hear of the death of our dear friend Jimmy. He was a lovely man and good friend. We will miss him. Our sympathies to the family.
Gail & Neil Olszewski
June 25, 2014 | Roseville, MN
Our deepest sympathies to family and friends.
Donna and Dominic
Donna Basilicato
May 19, 2014 | Mancheter, NH
Jimmy was Al Jolson and Gene Autry and I will miss all three of them. I profoundly regret that we didn't remain closer.
Dave Craig
Chocorua NH
Sebastian FL
May 18, 2014 | ME
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Jim's passing. Will miss the fun times we spent with him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jim's family.
Linda Theodorou Vitale
May 17, 2014 | Port Richey, FL
Sorry to hear of Jim's passing. A lost of a good friend.
Pasquale Vitale
May 16, 2014 | Port Richey, FL
Shannon & Matthew - my thoughts are with you during this difficult period. Hugs from the DDS - Karen Keller-Williams
May 16, 2014
I am sorry to learn of the passing of Jimmy Welch! I have so many fond memories of him! There wasn't a day when he didn't come over our house to play with my brother Dave! His imitation of Father Crowley was classic! Jimmy was a real good man and made us laugh continuously with his antics! Our sympathies!
Lou Craig and family
Sarasota, Florida
May 16, 2014
