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Kenneth D. Welch

Posted 2023-08-30 by mhenderson
Published by Today's News Herald on Aug. 30, 2023 -
Lake Havasu City, Arizona -

Kenneth D. Welch, 85, of Lake Havasu City, passed away on Aug. 27, 2023.
He was born on June 5, 1938.

Ken was a loving and generous father to his four daughters and two sons.
He had a passion for cars and motorcycles, which he cultivated from a
young age. Ken's knowledge and love for vehicles were unparalleled.
Whether he was buying, fixing, repairing, or polishing cars, or riding
his motorcycle, he found joy in every moment spent with his beloved
vehicles.

Ken's children were his best friends, and he took great pride in
teaching them the importance of caring for their cars. From checking
water and oil levels to maintaining tire pressure, he instilled in them
a strong sense of responsibility and respect for their vehicles. Ken's
preferred vacation was riding his motorcycle, and he cherished the
freedom and adventure it brought him.

In addition to his children, Ken is survived by his wife, Mary, his
eldest son, Richard, his eldest daughter, Christine, along with her
husband, Stewart, his daughter Patricia, along with her husband, Ron,
his daughter Suzette, along with her husband, Ben, his daughter
Annalisa, along with her husband, Michael, and his son, Kenneth. He was
also a proud grandfather to Curtis, Nathaniel, Zach, Clayton, Corey,
Kaylee, Justin, Caden, Jacob, Lindsey, Chelsea, and great-grandchildren
Audrey, Ella, Lilly, Bridget, Owen, Felicity, and Kavaia. Ken was
preceded in death by his father, Joseph Welch, his mother, Phyllis
Welch, and his brother, Steven Welch.

Ken retired in 2000 from Vista Paint in California, where he had a
successful career. He dedicated his time and skills to the company,
leaving a lasting impact on his colleagues and the industry.

A celebration of life will be held later in Aurora, Colorado, to honor
and remember Ken's remarkable life. Contributions in his memory can be
made to a charitable organization of your choice.

Ken will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all those whose
lives he touched with his kindness, knowledge, and love for cars and
motorcycles. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him.





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