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Steve Welch Obituary
Steve C. Welch, age 44, of Erie, passed away at UPMC Hamot, on Tuesday, September 29, 2015. Born in Erie, on April 11, 1971, he was a son of Mary Grace (Taccone) Welch and the late Gerald L. Welch.
Steve worked in the meat department at Wegmans on Peach Street for over 20 years.
He loved making his home brew. He was a fan of all the Pittsburgh sports teams.
He enjoyed spending time with his daughters and going to camp with his family and friends.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his parents-in-law, John D. Gower and Eloise Dean Gower.
Steve is survived by his wife, Linda and their daughters, Amanda Dean Grace Welch and Abigail Elizabeth Welch, all of Erie; and three siblings, Cheryl A. Rosenquest, husband Charles, of Cassadaga, New York, Daniel J. Welch, wife Lisa, of Erie and David G. Welch, wife Kelly, of Erie. Many nieces and nephews also survive.
Friends are invited to call at Brugger Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1595 W. 38th St., at Greengarden Blvd., on Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. until a celebration of life at 11 a.m. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Shriners Hospital for Children, 1645 W. 8th St., Erie, PA 16505, and Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, 4401 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15224.
Condolences and photos may be sent at www.bruggerfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steve Welch
Mrs. Morgan
October 1, 2020
I only knew Steve as an important employee at Wegmans. He was always very friendly and polite, always ready to help me with my meat requests. I knew that he loved to brew beer and I would stand and chat with him about his family life and kids. He was such a pleasant man. The meat department really isn't the same without him. This customer who shops at Wegman's sure misses you Steve!
Jules Morgan & Family
October 21, 2015
Sincere condolences and best wishes to Steve's family and friends. He was a such a nice, friendly guy. We only knew Steve from shopping at Wegman's. We're going to miss seeing Steve's smiley face and good sense of humor behind that meat counter... Truly unbelievable he's gone.
Wes Gonzalez
October 9, 2015
I am very sorry for your loss. I loved Steve's sense of humor. We always joked about people asking if a product was fresh and local. He always made me smile.
Amy Okey
October 6, 2015
Linda, Amanda, and Abby...I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Welch. Although I never did meet him when I had Amanda as a student, her face would always glow whenever she talked about her dad. My prayers and thoughts are with you as you all go through this difficult time. My wish is for you to find comfort in your memories and knowing that he is forever watching over you and the girls.
Mike Levandowski
October 4, 2015
Linda and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Steve was a great, funny, crazy guy that I worked with at Wegmans. Steve was Pittsburgh and I was Cleveland, and we would always"rub it in the next day" as to which team won. I was really sad to hear of his passing, and I hope he has 50 yard lin e seats in the sky....
Joyce Loringer
October 3, 2015
Dave Kelly and family so sorry for your loss prayers to you all
Wes McGarvey
October 3, 2015
Dan,
My deepest sympathy on the passing of Steve. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time.
October 2, 2015
To Linda,Steve's daughters and family. I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. We started at wegmans together 22 yrs ago. Although I HAVEN'T worked with Steve in a long time, I Have always remembered his humor. He sure knew how to make people laugh. OUR WEGMANS FAMILY will not be the same without him. You are all in my prayers. Godspeed Steve. DONNA M.
Lorie Adams (Cubetus/Wahl)
October 2, 2015
So sorry to hear about Steve's passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
October 2, 2015
Lighting the way to heaven.
October 1, 2015
Grace, Dave and to the rest of the family of Steve I am so sorry to see about Steve passing. May all of his family find peace in the upcoming days. If you need anything please do not hesitate to call me. Janet Olson Chatman
Marshanne Friend
October 1, 2015
Hello. I am Marshanne Friend, Abigla's teacher. I am so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Steve. I did not know him personally, but in knowing how fantastic his daughter is, he must have been a wonderful person. Sending you all lots of hugs and prayers.
Andy and Susan Kranz
October 1, 2015
Sorry for your loss Our thought's and prayers are with all of the Welch"s
October 1, 2015
My condolences to his wife, children, family, and friends. We had some crazy fun as kids growing up. He will deeply missed by his friends, family, and Wegmans family. The world will be a little more boring and less interesting without him
Dave Amy
October 1, 2015
My deepest sympathy to Linda and the family of Steve. He will be deeply missed. He was a great person and cared about those around him. It was a pleasure to have worked with him at Wegmans.
Christy Edinger
October 1, 2015
It saddens me to hear of Steve's death. I attended high school with Steve and looked forward to seeing him at Wegmans during my weekly shopping spree which sometimes consisted of three times a week. He always had a warm smile and spoke often of his girls. Steve shared with me his excitement about spending time with his children on Christmas. It was apparent the amount of love he had in his heart for his family. My deepest sympathy to family & friends. Your loss is heaven's gain. R.I.P. Steve, but know that you will be missed by many.
Jeff Galvin
October 1, 2015
My prayers to Steve's wife and children. I grew up with Steve and he had such a kind heart. He will be missed.
Theresa sadlier
October 1, 2015
Linda. I am so sorry about the loss of Steve. He had a HEART of GOLD. And would always keep us all laughing at work. Even times when we were down. Steve could always makes things seem better. He would always tell me. " things aren't as bad as you think". I will Miss HIm so bad at work.
Linda & Gary Good
October 1, 2015
Linda & girls,
We are so very sorry about your loss. It was always a pleasure to talk to Stevie when we saw him at Wegmans and whenever we ran into him. Our prayers are with you and your family. He will be greatly missed by all who know him.
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