BOB WELCH

ROBERT (BOB) JOHN WELCH passed away at the Moose Jaw Union Hospital on Monday, May 5, 2008 at the age of 51 years. Bobby was born March 22, 1957 in Moose Jaw. At times Bob was his own worst enemy which caused him many struggles throughout his life.  Even though life for Bob was very up and down, he never gave up.  He was never forgotten, no matter what path he strayed down.  Predeceased by his father Stan in 1976, his step-father, Les in 1997; grandparents and one uncle.  Bobby will be sadly missed by his devoted and loving partner Geo Behm; daughters: Jessica of Texas, Laura (Cielito) Villanveua of Edmonton, and their mother, Carol.  His children: Jessie, Melissa and Mitch and their mother, Kim Johnstone. His mother, Mildred Watson; brothers: Ken and Roy (Cathy); sisters: Marg Metereo (Jim Johnson), Maureen (Merv) Bruvold of Moose Jaw and Charlene of Prince Albert, as well as several nieces and nephews. A Service of Remembrance will be held at the W.J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel, Moose Jaw on Friday, May 9, 2008 at 1:30 p.m.  Pastor Bill Thomson will officiate. Private family memorialization will take place at a later date.  Memorials for the Moose Jaw Humane Society, Box 1658, Moose Jaw, S6H 7K7 would be appreciated.  In living memory of Bob, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Home.   

Guest Book

Monica Saemann - Moose Jaw, SK: So sorry to hear of Bob's passing.

Dwayne - Moose Jaw, SK:  Sorry to hear the news. Will miss you and always remember.

Lori Allen - Moose Jaw, SK: I express my sympathy and condolences to his soul mate and family. Bob will be missed but not forgotten, we will see him again.

Darla Medlock - Moose Jaw, SK: Darla Medlock & Family - My heart goes out to the family and especially to Georgina who has always been right by Bob's side through good times and bad. We will remember all the good memories of Bob and know that he will rest in peace and be in pain no more.

Kim Johnstone - Salt Spring Island, BC: Bob your in our hearts and minds.  You will be missed deeply by your children, who wish they could have been there for you, to hold your hand and say their last good-byes in the hospital.  I only wish your wishes would have been meet and Jess, Mel and Mitch could have know this was happening to you.  Their grief is strong and sad that the funeral will go on without them there.  Our years together will be viewed as a blessing, love you as a friend to the end.  

Jesse Welch - Victoria, British Columbia: On my behalf and my family it is a tragedy to hear of my fathers passing away, though  through tough struggles for my father Bob, he was always a loving, caring person. Myself and my family do think he wanted to have more connection with his children but family members and companion on his side preferred otherwise... Rest In Peace Dad Love you lots! 

Melissa Welch - Victoria B.C.: My Father will be greatly missed I loved him a lot and was their for him threw out the years we have always been very close and he will be with me till we meet again!

Cary & Camille: Rest in peace our friend. Say hi to everyone for us. 

Carole Regush (Hallett) - Fort Saskatchewan, AB: Dear Millie & Family, Sorry to hear of Bobby's passing, It's hard to lose someone you love, and through words can't take away the sadness you feel, treasure the "good times" and cherish those memories.
with deepest sympathy.

Elaine Nechiporenko - Moose Jaw, SK: Rest in peace Bobby.

Shauna Welch - Moose Jaw, Sk.: Uncle Bob, may you rest in peace. You are forever in my heart. Love always, your niece Shauna Welch

Ken Welch - Moose Jaw, Sk.: Always will be missed by your big brother Ken. Rest in peace 

Bobby.Cheryl-Ann Aitken - MooseJaw, SK:Will miss you Bob. Rest in the arms of the angels my friend.

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