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Steven Welch Obituary
of Westford; 20
WESTFORD - Steven R. Welch, age 20, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019 from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in Westford.
He was born in Lowell on June 2, 1999, the beloved son of Sandra (Dixon) Welch of Westford and Brian Welch of Naples, FL. Steven received his education through Westford schools and graduated from Westford Academy class of 2018. He was enrolled in a welding class to further his skills in the welding industry.
Steven was employed at Welch Welding & Truck Equipment, Inc. in Chelmsford, a family business. He previously worked for Joe's Towing in Westford. He was a generous, hardworking person who was always there to help anyone in need. Steven was known by many as a "Gentle Giant". He loved riding his Harley and spending time cruising with friends. Steven enjoyed vacationing to warm destinations, such as Aruba, Florida, and Mexico, with his family or friends. Anyone who knew Steven would tell you he was the kindest, sweetest, most genuine person you could ever meet.
Besides his loving parents, he is survived by his paternal grandmother, Judith (St. Pierre) Welch of Naples, FL and his maternal grandmother, Mary Ann Crowell and her husband, Peter of Brookline, NH; a sister, Michelle Welch of Jacksonville, FL; his uncle and aunt, Brad and Sue Welch of Nashua, NH; his cousins, Jason Welch, Tiffany O'Keefe and her husband, Riley, and many dear friends. He was a grandson of the late Richard Welch who passed away in 2015.
WELCH - Family and friends are invited to celebrate Steven's life at ST. CATHERINE OF ALEXANDRIA CHURCH, 107 N. Main St., Westford on Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 3 to 8pm. His funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock at the Church. Interment will be private. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, please consider making a donation in Steven's memory to Mass General Neurological ICU Unit, 55 Fruit St., Boston, MA 02114. Arrangements are in the care of the J. A. Healy Sons Funeral Home, Westford. To share your thoughts and memories of Steven, please visit www.healyfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Robin Goodridge
October 6, 2019
Dear Judy, Brian and Welch family, We are deeply saddened for the loss of your beloved Steven. Please know that we hold you in our hearts during this very sad time. With love and sympathy, Robin & Alan Goodridge friends, Naples, FL
October 5, 2019
Sending hope for peace.
Jeanne Lemieux
September 27, 2019
Sorry for your loss. May you find comfort by keeping all the happy memories you had with Steve.
September 27, 2019
Steve and my grandson stayed with us for a few days in a condo we rented in Florida. He always thanked us for a meal and was the first to help cleanup the dishes. A wonderful young man. Ralph & Leah Downs
Christine Smith
September 27, 2019
Sandy and family, I am truly sorry for your lost,you are in my prayers.
Amber Dean
September 27, 2019
Steven, you were always so kind to anyone and everyone around you. I'm so sorry that such a great person like you was taken so soon. You mean so much to so many people and you will never be forgotten. We are all very lucky to have had you in any part of our lives. Rest In Peace.
Kathleen Macdonald
September 26, 2019
I had the great pleasure of working with Steven in fifth grade at the Day School. He was such a gentle, sweet young man who would thank me each time I worked with him. He was so genuinely appreciative and possessed great humility. I can truly say I have a special place in my heart for Steven....I can only imagine the enormity of your grief at losing such a beautiful young man...please know that he left a lasting warm impression on my heart and I am sure on anyone who had the gift of getting to know him.
Staff at Westford Insurance Agency
September 26, 2019
Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Steven. Our thoughts go out to you all at this very difficult time.
September 26, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Steven was very kind-hearted an always willing to help others.
Sending prayers for you and your family.
Joell Mazza
Former Principal Aide
Blanchard Middle School
Tracy ONeil
September 25, 2019
Sandy, Troy and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family, Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Valerie Briere
September 25, 2019
My heartfelt condolences to you Sandy and family
Susan Honeywell
September 25, 2019
Sandy, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know I am thinking of you and your family at this time.
Mira Davis
September 25, 2019
My deepest condolences on the loss of your wonderful son. Steven was kind and tender-hearted, and touched all who knew him. Words cannot express my sympathy for your sorrow; please know that he will always be in my heart. My prayers are with you all.
Katelyn Thomas
September 25, 2019
Sandy,
Words can't describe how sorry Mark and I were to hear of Steven's passing. He was such a happy presence in the neighborhood, always friendly and respectful. He will be greatly missed by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and all of Steven's friends.
September 25, 2019
My thoughts and sympathy is with you during this difficult time.
Lisa Pellegrino
September 24, 2019
Sandy, I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for and thinking about you and your family...
Shari Smith [email protected]
September 24, 2019
Your love, laughter, gentleness and goodness always made everyone smile. All that met you fell in love with your infectious smile. May you rest in peace and know that you are loved more than you will ever know.
Kevin Regan
September 24, 2019
Dear Sandy, Michelle and Welch family-
You have been in my thoughts since I learned of Steven's passing. There can't possibly be anything I can say that will counter the grief and despair each of you are experiencing. I spoke to Steven one morning at Best Fitness at Drum Hill a few months ago and thoroughly enjoyed conversing with him. It brought back the good ole days when he attended the Day School. Moving forward do your best to hold onto the happy memories of Steven, I am certain these pleasant thoughts and stories are numerous; about all his goodness and the love he demonstrated to family and friends.
My deepest sympathy of losing Steven. Your family and Steven are in included in my prayers.
Sincerely-
Kevin Regan
Former Norman E. Day School Principal
Ed and Nancy Stacy
September 24, 2019
Thinking of you during this difficult time, know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Juie Murphy
September 24, 2019
There are no words that can be said. My heart breaks for you all. Thinking of you.
Julie Murphy
Thomas Lattie
September 23, 2019
Sorry for your lost
Sydney Horanzy
September 23, 2019
Steven brought a lot of happiness into my life in such a short amount of time. He was the greatest man I had the pleasure of meeting, and I thank all of you for that. I am so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace, and I'll continue to pray for all of you.
Brian Doherty
September 23, 2019
So sorry for your loss, although I did not have Steven as a student, I remember having nice chats with him about his job and school. A true 'gentle giant.' Brian Doherty (Guidance) - Westford Academy
Sandra Lynn Lattie
September 23, 2019
Sandy, Michelle & Aunt Mary, I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts & Prayers to you all during this difficult time and the days ahead.
Dennis Sr/Kathryn/Dennis Jr/Lisa (Ayotte)Markham Ayotte
September 23, 2019
Brian,Sandra
And The Welch Family
Words Can't Express
How Saddened We Are To Hear The Loss Of Steven
Our Thoughts And Prayers Are With You All
At This Time Of Sorrow.
Steven May Be Gone!
But Will Never Be Forgotten.
May God Bless Steven
And
Keep Him In His Care Always.
May God Bless Each
And
Everyone Of You
Take Care Of Yourself
And Those Whom You Love !
Amanda Flores
September 23, 2019
To Steven's family and friends -- I am so sorry. I hope you find strength in each other and from all of us in the community that are mourning this tragedy. Steven IS so loved. May he rest in peace.
Anita Campbell
September 23, 2019
To Judy, Sandy and Brian, so sorry to hear of the accidental death of Steven. My sincerest condolences and prayers are with you all
Anita Campbell .
Lillian Lelless
September 23, 2019
So very sorry and sad to hear of Steven's passing. We remembered him fondly in Miller School. This loss is great, but the memories and love Steven had for his family and friends will live on forever. May his memory be eternal.
Lila Chin
September 23, 2019
Andy and I are sad to hear the loss of Steven. We will always remember the goodness of him and the trips he made to Naples. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kathleen Lunday
September 23, 2019
John & I send all of you our deepest condolences at this terribly sad time. We know Steven was cherished be everyone who knew him.
Barbara Genoter
September 23, 2019
My deepest & heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your son, Steven.
Donna MacLean
September 23, 2019
Heartfelt sympathy
Maria Kaizerman
September 23, 2019
Steven was a good boy, he had such great manners and very respectful. He will truly be missed. Love you Steven. Rest In Peace.
Sylvia Casarez
September 23, 2019
Sorry for your loss
Karnig Ostayan
September 23, 2019
Our deepest condolences to the Welch Family and to Steven's friends.
Ingalls Family - Joe, Angela, Zach & Alyssa
September 23, 2019
Dear Welch Family,
We are so saddened to hear of the loss of your dear Steven and will always remember the sweet little boy grown into a kind young man. Hoping the support of family and friends can ease some of your grief. Peace to you all.
Dennis Scannell
September 23, 2019
Very sad news today when we heard the news of the future generation of Welch Welding. Please share our condolences with the entire Welch family and Steven's many close friends. From all your friends at Scannell Lowell Iron And Steel Co.
Irene Hedlund
September 22, 2019
Sandy and Family, my deepest and heartfelt condolences you and your family. Sandy, for the many years I've known you, you've always helped others in need. You were there for all your coworkers and friends always. We are all here for you now. Keep all the fond memories and good times close to heart. Lifting you up in prayer my dear friend. I cannot even begin to understand your loss and only God knows the answers. Irene Hedlund from Unit 62C Bedford VA Hospital.
Marla Quadri
September 22, 2019
Steven, you will be missed by many. Your smile was infectious and your heart made of gold. May your sense of humor and kind soul stay with us forever. Xoxo
Leda Sussman
September 22, 2019
rest in paradise steven. so many people miss you. you were always so kind and fun to be around. your bright spirit will live on through the memories of friends and family, i'll never forget you.
Andrew Friel
September 22, 2019
Rest In Peace Steven, I'll never forget you from middle school science class. Keeping your family in my thoughts.
Fiona Atkins
September 22, 2019
There will never be a day that goes by that in some way you don't touch are hearts and make us smile. You will truly be missed but you have left us with such wonderful memories shared with and by so many of your friends.
With love and so much sorrow
Richard and Fiona Atkins.
Hazel Lamarche
September 22, 2019
Sandy we are all thinking of you and your family at this time .you are in my prayers God bless you Steven you are at peace now rest easy.
September 22, 2019
Sandy and Michelle,
My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Please lean on your friends and family for strength and comfort or anything you may need. Remember all the good times, funny memories you may have. Share these memories. Just know that there are many people lifting your family up in prayer. You're not alone. Call us for anything and everything, we are here! Hugs
Irene Hedlund Bedford VA Unit 62C
Cherie Driscoll
September 22, 2019
Sue and Brad, Im so sorry for the loss of your Nephew. My sincerest condolences. Cherie Driscoll
Valerie Bergeron & nursing staff
September 22, 2019
Dearest Sandy and family
We are truly saddend to hear of the passing of your beautiful son. Myself and the staff here in bulding 62. want to send our deepest condolence and healing prayers to you and your family at this most difficult time. Please keep all your wonderful memories of your son close to your heart always. Healing huggs
Nicole Smith
September 22, 2019
Steven, you are the only man that I have ever loved like I loved you and I know I'll never have anything like us again. You had my heart the second you walked in the room and my life was never the same. You will always have a part of my heart and it feels like that part of me passed with you.
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