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Upon graduating with honors from Alvirne High School in Hudson, NH in 1979, Michael studied Chemistry at St. Anselm's College in Goffstown, NH graduating with a BA in Natural Sciences (Chemistry) in 1984. Upon graduating from college, Michael worked for Polyclad Laminates in Franklin, NH where he had the skills and aptitude for the design and patenting of an advanced Prepreg Laminate for the US Military. Michael's chemistry took him to the West Coast before finishing his career in upstate NY after many years in the chemistry/manufacturing industry.
Michael was vibrant and full of life and his passion for motorcycles and motocross led him to compete throughout New England while racing the New England Sports Committee (NESC) Motor Cross for many seasons. As a young adult, Michael enjoyed and was an enthusiastic skier. Michael was an avid hunter; he shared his love for music with others and enjoyed time spent at the beach in the summers with his family.
Michael was also proud of his accomplishments of competing in multiple Golden Gloves tournaments at the Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota, NY, but most of all, family was his biggest passion.
Michael will be forever missed by his family and will always hold a special place in our hearts for cotton candy spindles.
Michael is survived by his daughter Jillian (Welch) Burycka and her husband, Stuart of Bedford, NH and Michael's two grandchildren, Maxwell and Mila; sons Raymond Welch and his Fiancé Mariah Dawnis of Middleburg, FL and Michael's grandson, Jayden, and Michael Welch Jr. and his Fiancé, Ashley Johnston of New Syrma Beach, FL.
Michael is also survived by his two sisters; Pamela (Welch) Fleming and her husband Ronald of Deering, NH and Michael's nephew, Matthew Caouette and Kristen Welch and her husband Jeffrey Cunningham of Manchester, NH; one brother, Jeffrey Welch and his wife Stephanie of Dunbarton, NH as well Michael's nephew, Finnian Welch.
Services: As requested by the family, services will be private.
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Moises
April 4, 2024
I did not have the pleasure of knowing Michael personally, but I have been fortunate to befriend Raymond, Jillian and Kristen. Michaels children always spoke highly about their father and it was always clear that they loved and admired him. His family has always showered me with kindness and for that I am grateful. Although he was taken too soon, he lived a life full of achievements and leaves behind quite the legacy.
Gayle Lucido-Movali
March 25, 2024
When I think of Mike Welch, I can't help but think of Evel Knievel or the Bionic Man. Mike was such a daredevil and always rallied through the accidents that ensued. My heart is so heavy for each of you. I pray that all the love and good times you shared with Mike support you during your moments of grief.
Sending my love and prayers.
Kristen Welch
March 23, 2024
Thanks Jeff. He was a great guy and brother! We will all remember the fun times as well!!
Jeff Shepherd
March 23, 2024
Pam, Jeff, Kristen & entire family,
I want to send my condolences to all of you. Mike was a great friend and I will remember all the fun times we had. RIP Mike
Jeff Shepherd
Sylvain Gele´
March 23, 2024
Our sincere condolences. Such wonderful childhood memories.
Jillian Burycka
March 21, 2024
Hampton Beach will always be a place the reminds me of my father, he enjoyed all beach activities - sand castles, flying kites, walking the jetty.
Jillian Burycka
March 21, 2024
I remember as a little girl my dad always playing at the park with me and my brother, chasing us all around. He was definitely the fun dad. I miss him.
Joe burycka
March 21, 2024
Your heart soon will be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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