Obituary of Steven Welch

Steven Welch, age 72, died in his home in Maple Ridge on June 29 th , 2021. Steve resided and attended

early school in North Burnaby and later graduated from Burnaby Central High School. He became a

machinist by trade. Steve was most proud of his work of many years in his commercial painting

business. He immigrated to Canada with his family from Manchester, England in 1955. As a youth Steve

was a Boy Scout, played soccer and rugby. Later, he road cycled and raced motorcycles at Westwood

with his father as his mechanic. After graduation he travelled to Europe and North Africa.

Steve was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Steve is survived by his loving mom, Irene Welch. His brother John (Jane), Aldergrove, sister

Susan(Doug) Sandner, Christina Lake, and sister Jane (Bill) Connor , Spruce Grove, Ata. He was Uncle

Steve to 21 nieces, nephews and greats. He will be remembered for his smile, sense of humour and the

love for his family. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack in 1992.

 

Funeral services will take place on Thursday, July 22nd , 2021 at 11:30 am at:

Garden Hill Funeral Home

11765 – 224th Maple Ridge, B.C.

A lunch will be served.