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Thomas E. "Tom" Welling Sr.
1933 - 2019
Thomas E. "Tom" Welling Sr.
1933 - 2019
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BORN
1933
DIED
2019
Thomas Welling Sr. Obituary
Thomas E. Welling, Sr., 85, longtime resident of West Chester, OH passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2019. Tom was born in Cincinnati, OH to Richard and Elizabeth Welling in 1933. He grew up in Lockland were the Welling Family was well established in the community.
Tom was the beloved husband of Lorrain (nee Cruse) for over 63 years. He was a devoted father of Stanley (late Ramona) Welling, Tommy (Nancy) Welling, Jr., Jerry (Nola) Welling, Mary (Brad) Carter and Joe (Robyn) Welling, loving grandfather of Joshua Welling, Shaun (Heather) Welling, Kenny (Kelly) Welling, Tommy (Jennifer) Welling, III, David (Rachel) Welling, Anna Welling, Joshua Welling, Matt Welling, Lauren Carter, Rachel Carter, Stephanie Welling, Jennifer Welling and Alyssa Welling, great-grandfather of Luke, Grace, James, Charlotte, Carson, Dylan, Lillyan, Elizabeth and Anthony Welling, dear brother of the late Henry, Richard and William Welling, also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Tom was a great husband and a devoted family man. He enjoyed golfing, working on projects out in the barn, keeping up the property, and tending to his many trees. His father opened a jewelry store in Lockland in 1920 and Tom began working there at a young age. He and his brother Bill ran the business successfully for many years, yet he humbly referred to himself as a watchmaker. His family will miss his smile, his humor, his wisdom and his caring ways.
Visitation at St. John the Evangelist Church, 9080 Cincinnati-Dayton Road, West Chester, OH 45069 on Thursday, March 14, 2019 from 10 AM until time of Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. Interment at West Chester Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. Rita School for the Deaf, 1720 Glendale Milford Road, Cincinnati, OH 45215 or please plant a tree in Tom's Memory.
To send a condolence or sign the online guest book, visit MuellerfuneralS.com 513-398-9100
Deborah Hamburg
March 16, 2019
Tom was a very special person with a contagious personality. He has engraved memories into our lives that will last forever. We had great times on our family vacations together. (We will never forget 'the tickle bug' and him pulling our toes). We love you and will miss you Tom. May you rest in peace forever. Prayers, love and hugs to the Welling family.
Steve Durkin
March 14, 2019
We are saddened to hear of Tom's passing.Tom is one of the friendliest people we have ever met and will be sorely missed.Our condolences to the Welling family.
Susan Enderle
March 13, 2019
Tom was a wonderful man. Our family's took many vacations together. We have lots of great memories that will forever be remembered. He was such a big part of our childhood. We love you Tom you will be missed. Prayers and love to the Wellings.
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Tracy Hymer
March 12, 2019
I've known Tom my entire life and have so many fond memories of him. I was truly heartbroken to hear of his passing. He always had a smile on his face and loved to tease us when we were kids. He had such a kind, gentle spirit. Rest in peace, Tom. You will be greatly missed! Much love to the entire Welling family.
Bob Brockman
March 12, 2019
Our Deepest Sympathy !!! Tom was a classmate, a real friend & my 'protector' @ SS Peter & Paul School, Reading, Ohio (he was big, I was little).....Bob & Mary Lou (Goldschmidt) Brockman
LISA SMITH
March 11, 2019
Tom pierced my ears when I was a young girl. Mom and I arrived at his house where he guided us into the kitchen. There on the table was a hammer, a drill, a chisel and a variety of other instruments with towels covering the floor. He told me to have a seat and he would get started as he rubbed his hands together with a big smile on his face. Such a wonderful sense of humor. I was so sad to hear of Toms passing. My husband and I offer our sincere condolences to his family. Rest in Peace Tom.
Eloise Litton
March 10, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Tom was one of the nicest people Ive ever dealt with. He was our go-to guy whenever we needed jewelry. Once he had an antique watch repaired for me, and a few days later I called to tell him thanks. When I said I was calling about the watch, he said Y-esss very cautiously. I told him the watch was working and thanks, and you could hear the relief coming through the phone. He said, In business you get plenty of complaints, but not many calls like this! He will be missed.
Teresa Harper
March 10, 2019
We are so sorry to hear the loss of Mr Welling
He was an awesome man. Your family is in our prayers. We often say if only we could turn back time to the simple good old days
We sure miss you. We still never buy anything unless we always go to wellings first. You have always been a part of heritage throughout our lives. Please let us know if we can do anything to help. Our prayers are with you
The family of Richard A. Donahue
March 10, 2019
Our condolences to the Welling family. Was always fun visiting him at the jewelry store. Rest in peace.
Craig & Gina McKinney
March 9, 2019
We will miss you Tom. You were always so cheerful every time we ever saw you. Always loved to joke around with everyone. We were blessed to know such a happy ole soul. R.I.P.
Bob Hamburg
March 9, 2019
Bob and Mary wish to express our deepest sympathy to the Welling family.
Tom was like a brother to Bob, the best friend anyone could ever have. We will miss
his wonderful sense of humor, his kindness, his smile, 70 years of caring.
Stacy & Lorraine McCubbin
March 9, 2019
Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Carolyn Wilson
March 9, 2019
Stan and Family,
Sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. May your lifetime of memories ease your pain through this difficult time. The journey of life is beautiful, although some paths are difficult to tread. The Lord is holding you close.
Steve and Carolyn Wilson
Joe Chunko
March 8, 2019
How fortunate my wife and I have been to have been included in the friendship of Tom. He is what my father always wanted me to be -- A TRUE GENTLEMAN. There is not a nicer man anywhere.
Rest in Peace Friend.
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