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James Welch Obituary
Jim Welch, long-time Elko resident passed away on December 24 in his home following a long illness. He was born in November of 1929 in Bridge, Idaho to Art and Lucille Welch.
They moved to Elko in 1946 where he attended Elko High School. At that time he worked at Slim Olsen's and with John Perry making saddles before he enlisted in the U.S. Army at the age of 21. He came back to Elko in 1953 and started dating the love of his life, Cherie Porter, whom he married in 1954. He went to work for California Pacific Utilities and retired after 37 years. He served the city of Elko as a volunteer fireman for many years. He also ran the stockyards for 5 years before they were torn down; and volunteered his time working at the fairgrounds for nearly half of his life. Shortly; after he retired form the phone company he went to work for the Elko County Sheriff's Department, where he worked for over 14 years. Jim enjoyed braking colts to earn extra money for the family. He was a wonderful husband and father. He has many, many, friends who will miss him.
He is preceded in death by his sister Colleen and his parents.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years Cherie, daughter Kathleen, son Jim, grandson Thor (Christy), great-grandchildren TJ and Kylee Welch, brothers Allen and Virgil Welch, and many nieces and nephews.
Special Thanks to: Neil and Janell Harris, Bill Webb, Dr. George Manilla, Nancy Porter and Family, Mike and Melinda Borden, whose help and friendship have been invaluable.
A memorial service is pending and will be announced at a later date. Jim's request was to donate to a local 4H Club or a High School Rodeo Club of your choosing instead of sending flowers.
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Memories and Condolences
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Michael & Madeline Johnson
January 26, 2010
Cherie;
We are sadden with the news of Jim's passing. He was a man of character, integrady and a great friend to everyone that knew him. We will miss him a lot. Take care.
Jim & Marlene Crawford
January 26, 2010
Cherie: Our thoughts and prayers are with in this trying time. We will all meet again in that "grand square"!
Richard & Dianna Jueschke
January 23, 2010
Cherie & Family, Thinking of you all at this time and remembering all the good times, Richard & Dianna Jueschke, Emmett Idaho
Larry Bain
January 20, 2010
Dear Cherie, I am very sorry to hear that Jim passed on. Jim brought me into this crazy world of Telephone and I will be forever grateful. May god bless you and my thoughts and prayers are with you and family. Larry Bain
Chuck Lambert
January 19, 2010
Dear Cherie and family, you are in my prayers. I worked with Jim for some 12 years. He was a good man and wore his heart on his sleeve.He was always willing to help anyone. Chuck lambert, Gig Harbor,WA
January 12, 2010
i'am very sorry for what has happen.but know one thing that's for sure. i will like crazy ,it's just not the same without him being around.my prayers and good wishes go with you and your family...may god with all His love and kindness,always watch over you always.....marcus
January 11, 2010
Dear Cherie and family,
We will miss Jim alot. Please accept all our love. I'm glad you are doing well keep up the good work and progress.
Love Blaine and Karen Mowrey
Melinda & Mike Borden
January 11, 2010
Cherie and children,
Jim has been a foster father to me for many years. Mike and I will love all the special time we have shared with you and Jim. My children and grandchildren have such fun memories of you both. We love you and are here for you.
Kim Burton
January 8, 2010
My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
January 8, 2010
Cherie, Margaret and I send our deepest sympathy. We always enjoyed our encounters with you and Jim. You and your family are in our prayers. We will miss him.
Love,
Robert Boston
Judy Lujan
January 8, 2010
I had the great pleasure of working with Jim for many years at the phone company. Jim was the very best friend a person could ever have. He will be dearly missed by everyone who knew him. My deepest sympathy goes out to his wife Cherie and family. God Bless!!
January 7, 2010
We are going to miss Jim greatly
Our friend always
Francis and Jacque Peck
Jennifer Taylor
January 6, 2010
Sorry to hear of the loss of a great guy.He was a real nice guy.He will be missed but he is up with my father whom passed away in october and they were freinds so they will be having there coffee together rasing hell.Jim will be missed dearly.
Virginia Boak
January 6, 2010
My Dear Cherie,
My heart broke as I read about Jim.I always loved him and will miss him till we meet in our Lords House.
Your Step-Sister
Virginia Summer Boak
john todd
January 5, 2010
to jims family ,he will be greatly missed ,he was a friend and co-worker for many years ...john Todd , Philippines Islands ,,,,
Gerry Knapp
January 5, 2010
I had the distinct pleasure to work at CP/Alltel since 1975 -82. Jim was a hard worker and stout of hand and mind. I never liked shaking those huge "killer" hands of his.The only things on earth I know that got the best of him in life was a Black Widow spider (Oregon vintage) and a billy goat that "nailed him from behind" without notice. He rescued my wife from a huge bull snake that was in our yard and taught me how to sing squaredance music. He was a Master of "The Auctioneer". If you knew Jim as intimidating, you never really knew him. And for those I know who hear my stories know Jim and Cherie "we're the best next door neighbors (78-82) Gerry and Linda Knapp ever had"! We love their whole family and will miss Jim greatly!
January 5, 2010
Cherie,
I am sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Ruth Wardwell
Donnie & Renee Wright
January 5, 2010
Cherie & Famiy - our hearts & prayers go out to all of you. Jim was an amazing man. He always brought laughter and smiles to everyone. He will be missed very much. We loved him very much. Donnie & Renee Wright
Gene and vicki williams
January 4, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Jim was an excellent fireman and just an all around nice guy.
Lacy Davis
January 4, 2010
Welch Family,
I am so sorry for your loss of an amazing man. May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.
January 4, 2010
Cherie, will miss Jim. He was a good fried and a wonderful man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Fogle family.Elko,Nv
January 4, 2010
Cheri, when you and Jim came in my day was always a little Happier. Thanks for that. Love to you!
Suellen
Jr's restaurant
OP Cash
January 4, 2010
Jim was always there when needed. He was a great friend and fire fighter We are sorry for your loss.
January 4, 2010
cherie sorry to hear about jim. good man, friend for many years. you have our prays & blessing. daryl & sherry grover twinfalls,id.
Belinda Green
January 4, 2010
I will miss the "Candy Man" with all my heart. He could make me smile even on the cloudiest of days. Loved him like a dad.
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