Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Col. Jerry L. Welch age 73 unexpectedly went home to his Lord and Savior Tuesday, July 27, 2004. Born August 20, 1930 in OKC, raised in Gould, OK by parents Thaylor and Ida Lera Welch. Survived by his wife, Marlene whom he cherished, sharing 52 years of marriage. Three children, Keith Welch and...
Read MoreI did not know Jerry well, however the few time we talked I was impressed. He was a very warm and out going person..a real loss to everyone. Marlene, I am here.
LOUISA BRENTS
August 06, 2004 | MIDWEST CITY, OK
Jerry and I met through our 53 Fox reunions. His warmth and genuine friendliness made it seem we'd known each other many years. I'll remember Jerry's "good ol' boy" view of life. Rest in God's peace and love, gentle friend!
John Geron
July 30, 2004 | Temple Hills, MD
I wish to express my condolences to the family as a member of Pilot training Class 53-F.
We have lost a "Brother Pilot". Jerry was a real Gentleman and Air Force Pilot. I am proud to have known him and to be a friend and classmate.
Jean & I will miss him at our reunions. Our prayers and thoughts are with all the family.
God Bless!
Jim & Jean Mayton
Prince Geroge Va.
Jim Mayton
July 30, 2004 | Prince George, VA
Jerry Welch was one in a million. I first knew the Welch family when we lived side-by-side with Marlene, Keith and Linda near Scott AFB, Ill in 1968. I didn't meet Jerry until years later, but we came to know each other by talking on tapes the families would exchange while he was in Viet Nam. A year later the roles reversed while I served in Viet Nam, but the family ties continued. We have stayed in touch ever since and shared many happy moments. Jerry will be missed but his contributions...
Frank Butcher
July 29, 2004 | Parker, CO
I would like to express condolences to Jerry's friends and family on behalf of all those who knew him in USAF Pilot Training Class 53-F. I attended training at Greenville and Webb AFB's with him. He an officer and I an Aviation Cadet. For us Cadets, he was our mentor.. a fine example for us to hope to imulate. God bless Jerry and thank God for letting us know and love him.
Donald Condra
July 29, 2004 | Troy, OH
Jerry Welch is a man who made a huge impact on my life. He was my mentor, my friend, and my biggest cheerleader. Through his example and leadership I learned the definition of dedication, respect, and professionalism. At his recommendation I took a job with the Department Of Defense and know I am where I am today because of the lessons I learned from Jerry. He always ended our conversations with "I'm proud of you kid, love you", well Jerry, I am proud to have had the opportunity to know,...
Karen Schreiber
July 29, 2004 | Choctaw, OK
Jerry will be much missed by those of us who had the pleasure of learning to fly with him. He was always fun to be with at our 53-F reunions. Lore and I will miss him and our prayers and thoughts are with you his family at this time.
Bud and Lore Libengood
Bud Libengood
July 29, 2004 | Colorado Springs, CO
