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Eugene Welch Obituary
Family-Placed Death Notice
Eugene Franklin Welch, Jr., age 52, of Houston, TX, died Friday, September 1, 2006. Mr. Welch had a great appreciation for Harley Davidson motorcycles and loved to ride. He is survived by his sons, Mr. and Mrs. Shane Welch of Douglasville, GA, Nathaniel Welch of Dallas, GA; brother, Michael Welch of Dallas, GA; sister, Glenda Newell of Dallas, GA; 2 grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 3:00 PM, Friday at Georgia Memorial Park Funeral Home in Marietta, with pastors from West Ridge Church of Dallas officiating. Interment will follow in Georgia Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 6:00 to 9:00 and Friday from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. 770-432-0771.
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Memories and Condolences
for Eugene Welch
Patrick and Sandra Allen
September 14, 2006
Our prayers and sincere condolences go out to this family in the loss of a great man.
Veronica G-Amaya
September 9, 2006
Well my friend- I just don't know what to say... but to say that it was an HONOR being your friend and having the pleasure to have met you. Within secs the minute we met-you won my heart and soul!! From then on- I have loved you throughout and within. I will always love you my PATRON SILVER!! I will miss you my friend- but you wait for us as we will see you again. Much love and honor to you always... To the family of our beloved and precious friend Patron (Gene)- my heart goes out to you and you all will remain in my thoughts and prayers. I know exactly what it's like to lose a parent. For I have lost my mother... But keep your head up- as days may get tough... for our GENE left us all memories to treasure for the rest of our lives. God Bless and Take Care! UNTIL I SEE YOU AGAIN, MY FRIEND!!
I LOVE YOU!!
Denise Kruta
September 9, 2006
My heart goes out for Gene's family and friends. Gene was a wonderful man who knew how to live life to the fullest. I will miss you my friend.
Nora Stephens
September 8, 2006
Gene, I loved reading your words every day. I also loved hearing your voice every time we spoke on the phone. I enjoyed our bike ride so much and was really looking forward to our next one. I miss you so much already. You are a great person and I loved you greatly in our short time together. You will always be remembered. I am grateful for the time I had with you. Love always, Nora
Teresa Carson
September 7, 2006
Gene I will miss your friendship greatly but you will always be in my thoughts. My deepest sympathy to your family because of an awesome father and friend that will be missed.
MARIE Devora
September 7, 2006
Although we never meet but message each other you will be miss u were thier when i needed a friend when i lost my family god knows why he takes the good plls always marie as (Latinabonita)
Beth Fritz
September 7, 2006
I did not know Gene (aka Patron Silver), but have watched his legacy unfold over the past few days...I have learned of his love for his children, family and friends, through the heart of my dear friend, ~Texas*Tammy~. May his family know of his love for them, and his friends hold on to the memories they have of him. Patron, may you rest in peace...and know you have touched the lives of those who genuinely cared for you.
Steven Olig
September 7, 2006
To the Family Of; Patron,
The stories are long and go on forever and all of them well spoken and kind. I offer my deepest condolences to you all, as the Father of a Marine,based at the same base as yours,,I know the pride and honor he felt for his son,,,,,,,he will be sincerely missed by many including those of us who never had the honor! Forever in thoughtful prayers; For there is no greater loss, then that which is one of ours taken so early and so needlessly.
Cindy Mathis
September 7, 2006
My dearest Patron - Your sincere loving ways were felt in the hearts of many,and there will never be another that touches lives the way that you did. You were a blessing to know, I wish that we would have had more time for our friendship to grow. But you will never be forgotten, and I am hoping that the effect you had on all will guide them to live their lives more fully in honor of you and cherish those moments they have with loved ones - they way you cherished everyone in your life. May you RIP - you will be loved always!!
Cheryl Willams
September 7, 2006
Gene, you are already so missed. You were a great person and a wonderful friend to so many. Your family is in my prayers and I hope they know that they have Texas family here if they need us. I love you my friend and you will always be in my heart.
Leonard and Gail Welch and family
September 7, 2006
Franklin our loved one may have left us for now, but someday soon we will be together again. Our prayers go out to you both, Shane and Nate. God Bless!
Eugene Rulz
September 6, 2006
My deepest condolences.
We all feel an emptiness and we will remember Patron for a long time to come. He was joining us on our next adventure to NYC and it just won't be the same without him.
Eugene
Mary Ann(Texas Tammy's Daughter)
September 6, 2006
Patron,
although i met you only once(at a myspace party) sometimes thats all it takes (with some people) i could tell you were a wild yet sincere person(you had a wild flag and weren't afraid to fly it!)you have a way with people and have touched alotta people hearts(alot)You are in a better place now and can watch over all. spread your wings and fly...RIP...
Elyse Starnes
September 6, 2006
Gene..You were such a caring and giving person to everyone..whether they met you only once or knew you for a lifetime...I am one of many who feels very fortunate to have been able to know you...although for a very short period of time...but the impact you made in my life feels like I've known you forever..."ride like the wind sweetie"...You're such a loving person that you were needed in Heaven above...Until we meet again sweetie...love you...mwah...xoxoxoxox
Jennifer Doig
September 6, 2006
I had only just added you to my friend list, and only spoke to you a few times. My deepest sympathy to your family and close friends.
Samuel Esparza
September 6, 2006
My friend Gene, you are missed but in a better place. In the four months that we rode together we became good buddies. You made an impression that will last a lifetime. I'm so glad we finally rode to Kemah. You returned many times soon after to share your favorite place with others. Rest in peace my friend.
Arleen Lee
September 6, 2006
I sure will miss Franklin's presence on this earth, but will see him in the next.
Tamara Thomas
September 6, 2006
Gene was a wonderful, unique, and generous man who gave his friendship freely to all he met. He will be greatly missed by so many. Everyone who had even the most brief opportunity to meet him was greatly blessed. Much love and sincere sympathy to his entire family. Wheel In The Sky, man...ride free.
Allan (SkyDiver) Watkins
September 6, 2006
To my friend, my brother, and a riding buddy. Eugene, you will be missed but never forgotten and we will ride again on the other side. You will be in our hearts and minds as the paths of those that you have walked have only brought joy and happiness in your steps. Peace be with you and your family my friend.
It is my pleasure to have a friend such as you.
Allan (SkyDiver) Watkins
Wanda Robinson
September 5, 2006
You will be missed by so many.. Love you Patron Silver, you were truly ONE OF A KIND!! Rest In Peace My Friend.. I will truly Miss Your Smile, Poetry, Outgoing Personality and your Sweet Emails and Bulletins..You were one of my first My Space Friends and for that I am forever thankful and honored!!
Dee James
September 5, 2006
He was taken from us way too soon, my new found friend, Gene. I will miss him, as will a host of others whose life he touched.
My deepest sympathies to his family and loved ones.
Ride on with the Angels Gene....see you on the other side.
Linda Tweedie
September 5, 2006
Gene, Babe you don't know how much I enjoyed out time together and how much I will miss you. You will always have a special place in my heart. Sleep tight.
Shane,Nate,Paige,Michael and Glenda. Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of a great man. He will be missed by so many.
Linda Tweedie
September 5, 2006
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Teresa Wyche
September 5, 2006
To the family a truly wonderful man I am proud to have called my friend. I will never forget that friendship! God be with you and wrap His loving arms around you.
Walter & Dianne Croft
September 5, 2006
May your memories sustain you through this very difficult time. Gene will be missed.
Amy Estilette
September 5, 2006
I only had the pleasure of meeting Patron once, but what I heard about him he was a wonderful person. He lived life and that is something I think he would tell everyone, live life to the fullest you never know when it's going to be your last. He will be truly missed. My prayers go out to his family and friends.
Bill and Charlotte Welch
September 5, 2006
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Cynthia Villarreal
September 5, 2006
I had the wonderful pleasure of meeting Gene "Patron" on several outing from Myspace. He was such a delight to be around. Always knew how to put a smile on everyone face! You will be missed very much my friend! May you ride with all the Harley Angels now. Until we meet again!
Louise Williams
September 5, 2006
To the family, May God Bless and Comfort you during this time of grief and sadness.
wanda weaver
September 5, 2006
my prayers are with the family
may god help us all.I just lost my son casey. this is shane weaver brother call if we can help in any way.
Louise Williams
September 5, 2006
To the family, May God Bless and Comfort you during this time of grief and sadness.
"Fast Eddie" Menken
September 5, 2006
Although I didn't know Gene very long, we shared a love of Harley riding, and his humor and wonderfully good nature were always evident when we rode and hung out together. He will be missed by a lot of people, and my deepest condolences go out to his family. Ride on Bro!
Eryn Clark
September 5, 2006
There are no words to really say how awesome of a man Gene was. You had to live life with him and know him to get the fullness of his heart. (Or be a myspace friend!) Everyone who came in contact with Gene instantly loved him. I will truly miss the fun times with him and am honored to have gotten to know him. My prayers go out to his family during this time. Gene, may your soul rest but also keep saying "Yeee*HAW!"
Roxanne Esparza
September 5, 2006
My dear Gene - you will be missed dearly. The wonderful memories I have of you will last a lifetime. You will always hold a place in my heart. I feel great sorrow when I think of our great loss, but I know that you are in a better place now. There is never good byes, in Jesus' family, just I'll see you laters. Meanwhile, you will live in my heart, in my memories and in my dreams. Love always, your best friend Rox
Michelle Hull
September 5, 2006
My sincerest condolences....
Kristina Hernandez
September 5, 2006
You will be truly missed because you were truly loved by all that have known you. You were a great freind who always had my back. My prayers go out to Shane, Nate and the rest of your family. God Bless..
Cecile Batscha
September 5, 2006
I had the privilege of meeting Gene on several occasions through my good friends who rode bikes with him regularly. We also became myspace buddies a little over a month ago and we've reached out to each other several times through there. He was a sweet, humble, and fun man who lived life to its fullest. He loved his family dearly and always spoke about his sons. He had a passion for riding his Harley and left this world doing what he loved to do. My condolences to Gene’s family. He will be truly missed by me and so many others.
Cecile Maiko Batscha
Kristen Lechner
September 5, 2006
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Texas Tammy
September 5, 2006
May you know that while you are riding the heavens with the angels. We are finding ways to cope with a death that has shook us up. Patron in your honor forever. We know you are still among us, and guiding us, as only someone with your heart and patience would do. It's okay my friend go now, there is only one way to go, that is up. Our biggest Sympathy to Shane and Nate, sister, brother, nieces, and nephews. God bless you always!
~Texas * Tammy~
Georgia Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery
September 5, 2006
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