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John R."JACK" Welch, 75, passed away Friday morning, May 26, following a valiant battle with lengthy illness. Services are at 2:00 p.m., May 30, at Vista Verde Mortuary located at 4310 Sara Road, Rio Rancho, with Rev. Bruce L. Troy officiating. Jack is survived by his wife of 53 years, Corinne J."Corky" Welch; son, Bob Welch and his wife, Lucy, Donna Troy and her husband, Bruce, Susan Welch, Linda Taber and her husband, Ted. Jack was preceded in death by grandson, Teddy Taber, and is survived by grandchildren: Jennifer Brandon and her husband, Greg, Rebecca Troy, Kimberly and Kevin Welch, Justin and Tara Amundson, Rachel Taber, Janna and Jeff Hobson, and Megan Taber. There are also two great-grandsons, Jordan and Hayden Brandon. Other family members surviving Jack's death include, brother, Gene Welch and his wife, Kara; nephews, Edward and Billy LaGrave; and Allen Welch; niece, Kara Lee Welch; and numerous other family and friends that he called family. Jack never met a stranger and was best known for his great devotion to his family, his wonderful sense of humor, his outgoing love of people, and his continuing quest for adventure. He loved the outdoors and the enchantment of his adopted state of New Mexico, having left Chicago, Illinois for the wide open spaces. All of these attributes are evidenced by his active life. Jack was a proud Veteran of World War II, having served in the Pacific as a member of the SeaBees. He was a rancher in the Estancia Valley, a successful car salesman and the owner of the Albuquerque Camper Corral for 20 years. He participated in hot air ballooning in the valley, camping and boating with friends at Elephant Butte, and walking in the Cottonwood Mall when every possible. Accomplishments were many, including most recently, serving as Commodore of the Albuquerque Boat Club. He was also the recipient of numerous awards for outstanding salesmanship and service. He will be missed greatly by all. To love dearly is to grieve deeply. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting memorial gifts to the A.L.S. Foundation, or the Boys and Girls Ranch in Belen, N.M. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, May 30, 2000 at the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, 4310 Sara Rd., Rio Rancho, NM, 87124 at 2:00 p.m.
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