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WELTY Christopher T. Christopher T. Welty, 43, passed away on October 21, 2009. He was born in Toledo on August 3, 1966, to Kaye J. and Ronald T. Welty, Sr. As we walk through life we are many things to many people, and Chris was an incredibly beloved son, brother, uncle, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend to many. Chris attended Rogers High School and earned his equivalent degree after spending years recuperating from a severe brain injury incurred when he was 13 years old. Thanks to the miraculous efforts of the staff at The Toledo Hospital at that time, his family and friends were fortunate to have been given almost 30 years with Chris that he was not expected to have. Chris fought courageously every day to live with the effects of his accident, and with the loving devotion of his parents, family and friends, he had a winning record. He was very appreciative of his Mom's guiding hand and devotion, and he enjoyed fishing with his Grandpa Welty and Dad, playing with his dog, Taz, partying and hanging out with his friends, and he was a great and fun uncle to his nephews, who adored him. Chris is survived by his parents, Kaye J. and Ronald T. Welty, Sr.; brother, Ronald (Lori) Welty Jr.; nephews, Jackson and Tucker; aunts and uncles, Tim and Becky Welty and Jan and Larry McHale; and cousins, Jenny and Matt Welty. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert and Marjorie Welty; grandmother, Edith Beard; and great-great aunt and uncle, Katherine and Harry Beard. Chris's family would like to express our deep appreciation to the amazing caregivers who saved him those many years ago and brought him back to us, and to his many friends who have offered their love and memories of him to us recently. May your hands always be busy, May your feet always be swift, May you have a strong foundation When the winds of changes shift. May your heart always be joyful, May your song always be sung, May you stay forever young. Family and friends may visit on Monday, October 26 from 2 p.m.-9 p.m. at Neville Funeral Home, 5052 Dorr Street (419-535-0951). There will be a private burial ceremony. Because of his great love of animals, the family requests that any memorials be made to the Toledo Humane Society.

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Published by The Blade from Oct. 24 to Oct. 25, 2009.

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Kaye Welty

November 6, 2009

To all friends of Chris.......

Your overwhelming love for Chris is what has sustained us these past two weeks. For you who checked "contact me" on this site, you must include your e-mail address...the return message is not automatic.

Yes, Chris is in a peaceful place now, but selfishly, we wish he was here. Chris's Mom & Dad [email protected]

Megan Pichette

October 31, 2009

Ron and Kaye,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you both very much.
Megan and Eddie

October 30, 2009

Ron & Kay- Walt & I were so sorry to hear about your son Chris and our thoughts and prayers have been with you and your family since we heard.

Walt & Barb Blue

Art Bradford

October 30, 2009

Dear Welty Family,
I knew his grandparents and aunt Jan. My best to you folks at this time. If Chris was anything like his grandfather, he was surely a great guy.
Art Bradford

October 29, 2009

My dear friend..."my other husband"...
I can't begin realize my life without you in it. You have always been a true friend. You could always make me smile, and the laughter you brought could never be compared. I will miss you all my life.
My "buddy" TAZ...I will miss you so very much...I wish you all the "cookies" you can eat...I love you both,Kim

October 29, 2009

Welty Family,
Our deepest sympathy! He is in a better place. He will suffer no more. He is with the Lord.

Top of the Hill Friends...

October 28, 2009

Dear Kaye and Ron,

I just heard of Chris' passing. I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family.

Dee (Welty) Isch

douglas sodd

October 27, 2009

my prayers go out to you and your family. you will be missed.

Amanda Leslie

October 27, 2009

Chris ~ You had a way of making me feel so special - an effect you had on everyone it seems. I will always remember you and your kindness. I'm glad I had you in my life for the time that I did; though I wish it could have been for much longer.

You are loved by so many.

My deepest sympathies to the family.

Michelle Adler- Smith

October 27, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Sonya Comer

October 27, 2009

My heart goes out to you and your family chris while they grieve for such a sad loss....I will miss you always stopping by while I was working in the yard...my prayers are with you and your family....I hope you find the peace you are looking for...you deserve it!

You will be missed...

October 27, 2009

Chris, you will always be missed and in our memorise forever. You are truly the angle god needed in heaven, though our hearts are saddend that we lost a good friend it gives me peace to know that heaven gained a sweet angel like you. Love you Chris.

Love Always,
Leslie (Livingston) Null

October 27, 2009

Dear Kaye and Ron,I'm so very sorry for the loss of Chris and send my deepest sympathy.My thoughts and prayers are with you,Sincerely Ron Fast

Randy V

October 26, 2009

My brother, I'll see you in Valhalla. A warrior and a friend.

Randy V

Chris, Tracy, Jackson and Peyton Markwood

October 26, 2009

It is one of the most difficult things in life to lose a child. May your spirits be lifted by the memory of all the good times shared with Chris. Or deepest condolences to the Welty family for the lose of a cherished member of the family before his time. Words are never enough, only time can heal your suffering.
With our deepest sympathy,

October 26, 2009

Ron and Kaye,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. Chris was a great friend, he will be deeply missed. We'll always remember all the good times we shared.

Sincerely,

Bryan & Susie Beach and family

brittany braden

October 26, 2009

we will miss you chris .... just think about the car ride...

Darlene Easter

October 26, 2009

Dear Ron, Lori and family -

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Don't ever let go of those happy memories you shared with your brother. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Sincerely, Toby and Darlene Easter (Tom's sister).

Beth Dargahi

October 26, 2009

To Chris' Family, May you find peace and love in the memories you cherish.

Life will be a little less bright without Welty.

Tony & Andrea Barrera

October 26, 2009

To the Welty family...Our deepest sympathy! "...To the world you may be just one person but to one person you may be the world..."~Unknown...Our family will always love and care about you! You are greatly missed! LOVE YA WELTY!!!

Susan (Huber) Brimmer

October 26, 2009

Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who morn, for they will be comforted.

So sad for his family and friends. He will be missed by so many.

October 26, 2009

Dearest Chris,

Thank you - you will never be forgotten. I'm glad to have had the times with you that I did I just wish there would have been more.

Love always, Dawn DeShetler

October 26, 2009

Dear Kaye and Ron My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I know only to well how you feel Anne And Mark Beard LaGrange Tx

October 26, 2009

Dear Kaye and Ron My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I know only to well how you feel Anne And Mark Beard

ali dargahi

October 25, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Donna and Tom Bridges

October 25, 2009

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

October 25, 2009

Dear Kaye, Ron, and all of your family, we were so saddened to hear of your loss of your dearly beloved son, Chris. Try as best you can to hold on to all of the precious memories of smles and laughter that you can, and do know that your friends are with you in your sorrow and are sending prayers and good wishes to strengthen you as you face these coming days.
All our love,
Sarah and Hugh Williamson

James Harrison

October 25, 2009

My family and I were lucky enough to know Chris as a youth when he
and Ron would often visit their uncle Harry. When our paths crossed
as adults Chris was the same ,always cool. God bless the Welty family.
James Harrison & family (Cuthbert)

October 25, 2009

CHRIS REST IN PEACE

Joel

October 25, 2009

I worked with Chris back in 1989 for several months. He was one of a kind. Although I haven't seen him in years, I'll never forget him or the friendship we had. My heart sincerely goes out to Chris' family, may he always rest in peace.

October 25, 2009

So sorry to Chris's family for his loss. I use to work with Chris at Dolly & Joe's back in the 80's. We use to have alot of fun. Always making us laugh. Lost track of him after so many years & alot of moves. About 14 years ago moved in the neighborhood & had him as a neighbor. Just recently moved out of the area. So sorry to hear of his passing. Prayers are with the family. He was a great guy. Always having a great time. May you find peace in his passing.

Diane Trumbull

Sandy White

October 25, 2009

To the Welty family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Chris. My prayers are with you. I always enjoyed babysitting Chris and Ron, Chris was alway making my laugh. My deepest sympathies.

Josh & Bobbi (Lake) Brenner

October 25, 2009

Welty... As we all called you, from back in the day Southyck Mall, Childrens Palace,Southwyck lanes,and The Tatoo shop!!
***WE WILL MISS YOU MY FRIEND!!***
To your family...May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate his life well lived.RIP my friend!!!

Heather (Jason & Jared) Thomas

October 25, 2009

Ron & Kaye,
I am very sorry for your loss. Chris (Cuz) was an awesome friend and cousin.
I have very great memories. My grandma, Mary Anne Beard and Edith Beard are sisters, I was a friend to Chris, before I found out he was 2nd cousin. So it made our fiendship even closer every time we would hang out. We went to many concerts (Gwar & Clutch), parties, festivals, and many others. Chris loved his family and friends very much. I will miss you greatly, you will always be in my heart, Cuz.

Barb (Smith) Matthews

October 25, 2009

My thoughts & prayers are with your family. I went to Keyser, McTigue, & Rogers with Chris. He was always cracking jokes & making everyone laugh. He was a great guy to have around. He will be watching over all of us now. God bless.

Vickie Annesser

October 25, 2009

To my long time friend; we've known each other just about our whole life...lost contact, reconnected and lost contact again. I will always remember you with a smile. You will be deeply missed...God Bless you
Ron and Kay, I'm so sorry for your loss...God Bless you both

Bernadette Spencer (Michael)

October 25, 2009

We were saddened to hear of your loss. Chris was an amazing person. He will truly be missed. Love ya Chris!

Bernadette & Steve Spencer

Holly Trowbridge-Pross

October 25, 2009

My prayers go out to all of chris's family and friends... I was always glad to see him when he visited my brother John at his shop... I will always remember the day he brought me flowers when i worked at original johnnies,many years ago... he will be missed deaply. So Sorry....

Tina (Wood) Pencheff

October 25, 2009

Chris you were always a dear friend and a great drinking buddy! You always knew how to make people laugh when they were down and always willing to kick some butt if it came down to that! (lol) You will be sadly missed & always remembered!

October 25, 2009

Joe and I were very saddened to hear of the death of your precious son, Chris. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Sincerely,Jean and Joe Dickie




















Jean and Joe Dickie

Tonia Mohamed(Krall)

October 25, 2009

Kaye and Ron,
I am so sorry for your loss. Though I hadn't seen or talked to Chris in many years I still considered him my friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Peggy Annesser

October 25, 2009

Chris was my partner in crime growing up and I had just reconnected with him. I will miss you buddy.

October 24, 2009

Dear Ron and Kate and Welty Family,
It is with great saddness to hear about the loss of your son. Please except our heartfelt condolences at this tine and know that you are loved.
Keeping your in our thoughts and prayers. Larry and Olga Shaughnessy

Christine Ignasiak

October 24, 2009

My sweet, funny friend, I will miss you so much. I have known you most of my life and I remember all the great times we had together and they are many! You always made me laugh. You were always there for me, no matter what, you loved me unconditionally. I remember you being at the hospital when my daughter was born. You were in the hallway with your catchers mitt, yelling, I'm ready! I'm ready! You always put a smile on my face. Thank you for being my friend, thank you for all the wonderful memories. You will forever be in my heart. I love you.

Christi

Jackie Howe

October 24, 2009

Our condolences to the family.
Friends from Central Arena for many years.
John and Jackie Howe

Joy Bucklew-Wagnerowski

October 24, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. May Chris live in your hearts and memories forever!

John Wills

October 24, 2009

We are all so sorry for your loss. Our families seemed to grow up through Little League at Keyser and continued through Rogers H.S. . We hope the very best for your family in you time of loss. See you on the other side Chris! The Wills Family

Claire Upton

October 24, 2009

To Kaye, Ron & Family,
We are so very sad to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. I pray that you will feel the arms of Our Lord wrapped around you as He comforts you in your sorrow.
God Bless all....
Claire & Bob Upton

Taylor Hammer

October 24, 2009

Unvle Chris, I'll never forget you, I love you so much. I wish I would have stayed home from school Monday so I could have seen you one last time. When I found out about what happened I couldn't stop crying, and it's still hard for me to. We had so many fun/funny times together; especially at the Sponge concert when you stopped the whole concert just to get a picture with me & the lead singer on stage(: and all the other great times we had together. I'll miss randomly stopping by, texting you, or you picking up me and my friends from walking around. You'll always be in my thoughts; i love you & miss you so much Uncle Chris.

Love<3
Taylor Marie.

Cheryl Svoboda

October 24, 2009

I was so saddened to hear of Chris' passing. He was the brother that I never had. He always looked out for me and my sister even after we both were married. I'm so fortunate to have known him and will never forget him. Love you Chris!

Jodie Perry

October 24, 2009

To the family & friends of Chris,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of deep sadness. Chris was a very kind person with a good heart.

Christopher Smith

October 24, 2009

25 yrs of loyal trustworthy friendship that I have to cherish and a standard given to what a Friend truly is, I celebrate your life, and the life of his real best friend, Taz, AKA "DAWG" I love you & Miss you. You will forever be in my heart and soul. P.S. I will mow the yard.

October 24, 2009

Ron & Kaye,
So very sorry to hear about the passing of Chris. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Take Care. Larry & Sue Shiple

Michelle Venaziano (Billick)

October 24, 2009

My prayers and thoughts go out to the family.

Jill Schwartz-Tormo

October 24, 2009

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. Chris was a wonderful person, and even though we lost touch over the years...he was a great friend and will be missed. Jill Schwartz-Tormo

haley loucks

October 24, 2009

i love my uncle chris aka uncle welty. and i will forever miss him and keep him close to my heart.. when i found out what happened i was deeply crushed. but then came to realize he's in a better place now. he was such a great friend to me. he always knew how to make me bust out laughing. he was a crazzzyyy funny guy. i will always remember his deep husky laugh and his kind sweet soul.
i love you uncle welty. may u and taz rest in peace
love always
haley jade

Patti Bergquist

October 24, 2009

My thoughts are with the Welty family. I was fortunate to have known Chris for the last 22 years. He was a one of a kind friend. He will be missed!!

Jason Palicki

October 24, 2009

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Mindy Monday

October 24, 2009

Welty family.. I am soo sorry to hear of your loss! Chris was a great man who smile is going to be greatly missed. My families thoughts and prayers are with you!..

The Mondays

James Young

October 24, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Jodi Rump

October 24, 2009

Chris, we will miss seeing you around the neighborhood and I will miss you visiting us at Ventura's for dinner. We will all miss your wonderful personality and your ability to make everyone around you smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family through this very tough time. Love, Terry & Jodi Rump and family.

October 24, 2009

We just heard of your family tragedy. Please accept our deepest sympathy at this time. Our prayers are with you. Ron & Pat LaScola

john ( dobbs) doblinger

October 24, 2009

To the family of Chris
My deepest sympathy to you all .
Iam so sad to hear about the passing of Chris . I pray that our friendship is ever lasting .

Beth Cox/Heminger

October 24, 2009

My husband knew Chris for 20 some years, I was fortunate enough to meet him a few years ago. He was so sweet and had a smile when ever I would see him! My daughter was even getting to know him well, cutting his hair, and called him nothing but Uncle Welty.The three of us have been reminising and sharing memories. We all took a very big loss with this. He will be missed deeply! Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

October 24, 2009

Chris i will never forget you and how we first meet. We had some good times. my deepest sympothy to the family. Im so sorry for your loss.

Millie C.

Toni Webster

October 24, 2009

My thoughts & prayers are with your family. Chris you will be missed, you always knew how to make me smile everytime i would see you. When I smile for no reason now I will know it was you.

Shaun Braden and Children

October 24, 2009

Your an Angel now watching over your family and friends from above, same as you always have done. The memories you leave within everyone hearts are rare to find and everyone was blessed to know you. Your one of a kind Welty. God Bless the Welty family and many prayers and thoughts to you all. WE ALL LOVE YOU CHRIS!

October 24, 2009

Ron and Kaye,
We are with you in spirit during the horrible time. May God grant you two the strength to go forward. We love you both.
Chuck & Shirley

Robb & Lisa Slusser

October 24, 2009

Welty, for the last 3-5 years you have been like a brother to us. You kept watch over our lives and you were the guardian at the corner of Kellogg and Westhaven. The lasting memories, the unforgettable conversations,and the unbelievable conspiracies that we talked about will always be cemented in our minds and hearts. You will be truly missed by sluss and mrs.sluss. Hey dawg, we love you man!

Arlene Markwood

October 24, 2009

Welty family, My thought and prayers are with you as is all of my family. Chris had a great family behind him at all times. Just think of all the good times.. The Tom Markwood family

richard bucklew

October 24, 2009

you will be greatly missed. you we're always a good friend and i will miss and never forget you. my prayers are with the family.

October 24, 2009

may god bless you at this very difficut time. tracey szymanowski

Sandy F.

October 24, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the family! Chris was a wonderful guy and will be terribly missed!! Til, we meet again!

October 24, 2009

Ron & Family,
I was very saddened to hear the news of Christopher's passing. God bless to you and your family.

Sincerely,

Scott Baxter and family

Shred

October 24, 2009

My sincere sympathies go out to the Welty family and, to all the friends, oddballs and, misfits who were fortunate to have known Chris.
Every time we crossed paths, it was an adventure!

Scott Lewis (Rice)

October 24, 2009

To the Welty Family, my deepest sympathy's. Chris was a person that I always looked forward to seeing when I got home to Toledo for a visit. He will be greatly missed by myself and many others. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Ann Ashlock

October 24, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Dirt

October 24, 2009

Welty man, we all missed ya at Dorr St. cafe tonight. Love ya brother....

Tracy Harmon

October 24, 2009

My Deepest sympathy
"Friendship without self interest is one of the rare and beautiful things in life." ~James Francis Byrnes.
This quote sums up the Chris I knew pretty well. He will be deeply missed by all of his friends.

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