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William Welsh

1939 - 2025

BORN

1939

DIED

2025

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Kerr Brothers Funeral Home - Harrodsburg Road

3421 Harrodsburg Road

Lexington, Kentucky

William Welsh Obituary

William W. Welsh, 86, of Lexington, KY, passed away on November 9th, 2025. He was born on August 17th, 1939, in Brooklyn, NY, to the late James Welsh and Jessie Davis Welsh. William served in the United States Air Force where he earned the rank of First Lieutenant. He then went on to serve as a Special Agent in the Federal Bureau of Investigation. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Bernadette Fusco Welsh; his sons, James Welsh (Karen), and William Welsh (Beth); his grandchildren, Lindsey, Jordan, Colton, Taylor, Caroline, and Sophia; and great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Wesley, Georgia Kate, Clarke, and Ella. A memorial service for William will be held at a later date.
Published by Lexington Herald-Leader from Nov. 13 to Nov. 16, 2025.

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CJ Ludwic

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Bill was an exceptional man!
A true Incomparable American and Kentucky Hero!
His is a truly heartbreaking loss.
He is a man that will not be forgotten. There are so few like him.
Sincerest condolences to his wonderful family.

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