James Thomas Welch

I didn't spend as much time with Jim as many of you, but those times always led to the same result; I left our discussions feeling better than when I entered. That's a pretty rare trait today. Thank you Jim for what you did for bowling, and for people.

Everybody has something special to say about Jim. That's the heart he had. Such a huge heart, willing to help and work with others, not only in the bowling community, but as a person. He has left a huge hole in our bowling community, whether it's from Dallas/Ft Worth, Tampa, Chicago, Las Vegas, or other places he has laid his Mark and his legacy. Such a great friend, who I will miss dearly. I just watched the Bowlero tournament about a week and a half ago. That lasting impression of him will...

Jim, will always be thankful for all you did for the bowling community, you were an inspiration to all that you worked with and will sorely be missed by all that knew you...you were instrumental in helping Dan Nadeau and myself secure the pro shop contracts for Sunset and Red Rock back in 2012..glad we had dinner together in 19...RIP my friend...

Meet Jim only 4 years ago at the Pete he was a great guy and will be missed

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Jim Welch. I think back on all of those years we all hung out at Hurst Bowl. We could talk for hours. Jim you were a tremendous friend, a great listener and a HUGE ambassador for the sport of bowling. I am so glad I got to see you in the past few months. You will truly be missed. God has opened the heavenly gates and welcomed our great friend. RIP my friend!

One of the nicest person I have ever had the pleasure of meeting, still can't believe he's no longer amongst us, RIP our dear friend, until we meet again & condolences to the family - God Bless you all. ♡

All the good ones are taken way too early. A wonderful sense of humour and a gentleman always. His presence will be missed but he will always be remembered.