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ALBYN EARL WELCH, age 90, of Worthington, died Wednesday, February 1, 2012, at the Avera Heart Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD. He was born November 13, 1921, in Worthington, to Earl and Clara (Sowles) Welch. Albyn attended school in Worthington. He served his country in the United States Army Air Corp during WWII.
Albyn married Ruth Moss on July 22, 1945, in Worthington. After their marriage, the couple lived Worthington where Albyn worked for the Nobles County Hwy. Department for over thirty five years. After his retirement, he enjoyed traveling.
He was an active member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church in Worthington; and the Worthington VFW. He enjoyed camping, fishing, the outdoors and spending time with his family. Albyn was an artist. He sketched, painted landscapes, and was known for his wonderful wood carvings.
Albyn is survived by his wife Ruth Welch, Worthington; five children, Nancy Dreeszen, Sioux Falls, SD; Carole Ehlers, Windom; Kathy (Dick) Daughters, Roy, UT; Jim Welch Mary Kraljie), Brookings, SD; and Steve Welch (Eileen Mitchell), Des Moines, IA; seven grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and a sister, Pearl Pratt, San Diego, CA.
He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Paul Dreeszen; a great grandson, Carson Daughters; three sisters, Eugena Sievert, June Horak & Alice Kerner; and a son-in-law, Denny Dreeszen.
Visitation will be from 4-7 pm Sunday at the Dingmann Funeral Home in Worthington; and one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Funeral will be 2 PM Monday at the Emmanuel United Methodist Church, in Worthington, officiated by Rev. Kathy Brandt. Burial will be in the Worthington Garden of Memories Cemetery.
To view an online obituary, sign a virtual register book or order flowers, please visit www.dingmannandsons.com
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RAPHAEL, MARY, MALIE & RAFAEL MCDEVITT KRALJIC
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Posted Wed February 01, 2012
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JIM, BERNIE AND MARY
We are saddened by the passing of your father, grandfather and father-in-law, Mr. Albyn Welch.
From all we know he honorably fulfilled his duties to his family and country during their times of need.
We are certain that he will be rewarded for this in his life everlasting.
RMRM
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Nancy, John, Camille & Evan,
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Posted Fri February 03, 2012
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Jim, Mary & Bernard,
Our hearts go out to your entire family. Albyn may have left us here on earth but the fond memories he generated over his lifetime will comfort you during this time of grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you move forward.
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Susan Pratt McBride
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Posted Fri February 03, 2012
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Aunt Ruth, my cousins, and my mom,
I'm thanking God that He gives us our memories. I have alot of them of my Uncle Albyn. His musical talents, his painting and drawing talents, his gardening talents, and I even remember getting yelled at a few times...well deserved, I'm sure...right Carol? And I used to love it when mom would tell us stories about their growing up years...I was always kinda envious!
I will be thinking of you all this weekend, and sending lots of love your way.
Wow. What a man my Uncle Albyn was.
Susan
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Jerry Wiertzema
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Posted Fri February 03, 2012
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I would like to give the Albyn Welch family my deepest sympathy for
thier loss. I worked with Albyn for many years at Nobles County
Highway Dept. and he was one of the good guys. I would run into
Albyn every once in a while after his retirement and we would have a
nice visit. After I moved to the cities I hadn''t seen Albyn for a couple
years, but just this last year just before christmas I ran into him at
the Worthington K-Mart and we had a nice visit. I asked him how he
was doing and he said fine, so it was really a surprise to see of his passing , so if you have a chance let me know what happened.
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Patricia Wolff
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Posted Mon February 06, 2012
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My mom told me the sad news. I always liked Mr. Welch and his entire family. Real nice folks who always made me feel welcome. Albyn was so talented. I was thrilled when he gave me one of his carved Santas. Albyn exemplified the "greatest generation." He will be greatly missed by many. Condolences to Ruth and family.
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