Edward Alan

Welch

Edward "Eddie" Alan Welch son of Wanda Vaughn Welch and the late Richard Welch was born in Sterling, Illinois, on March 14, 1958. He departed this life at his residence, on September 25, 2006, having attained the age of 48 years, six months, and 11 days.

On September 22, 1990 in Reynolds County, Eddie was united in marriage to Debra Gore. He was a member of the Lower Doe Run Missionary Baptist Church and the North American Hunting and Fishing Club. Eddie enjoyed watching the Rams and the Cardinals. His hobbies include hunting, fishing, and bowling. Eddie loved spending time with his family especially his grandchidren.

Eddie was preceded in death by his father, Richard Welch; two brothers, Richard Welch and Darrren Welch; and his sister Patricia Welch.

Eddie is survived by his wife Debra of Piedmont; one son, Edward Welch Jr. of Osage Beach; three daugters, Jennifer Grimes and husband Craig of Piedmont, Amber James and husband Timothy of Piedmont, and Angela Welch of Piedmont; two brothers, Mike Welch of Ellsinore, David Welch of St. Louis; and four grandchildren. Eddie will be sadly missed by many other relatives and friends who will mourn his passing.

Funeral Services were held at the McSpadden Funeral Home on Friday, September 29, 2006 at 10:00 A.M.

Minister: Pastor Dennis Leonard

Burial: Hampton Cemetery

Pallbearers:

Arrangements by McSpadden Funeral Homes, Inc. Ellington, Missouri