Glynn Edward Welch, born on March 6, 1958, in Leesville, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at his home in Westlake, Louisiana, on November 19, 2024, at the age of 66. Glynn was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, known for his easy-going nature and determination.
A graduate of Leesville High School, Glynn embarked on a career working alongside his father and brother for many years and later as a heavy equipment operator and contractor. In his younger years he developed a passion for softball and became an avid player. He loved gospel music, and he was renowned for his culinary skills, often delighting in cooking and sharing meals with loved ones. He cherished his time with children and grandchildren. Above all, Glynn loved the Lord and imparted his deep faith to his family.
Glynn was preceded in death by his parents, William Chester “Ted” Welch and Ruth Mae O’Banion Welch; siblings, Linda Mae Cauthen, Jimmy Kenneth Welch, Anthony Scott Chamberlain; and the mother of his children, Sheila Ann Reich. He leaves behind a loving family to cherish his memory: siblings Adrian Smart (Jerry), Billie Thomason (Tom), Charles Welch (Glenda), Brenda Whatley (Dwayne), Teddie Medina, and Pam Castillo; children Kylie Kelley (Heath), William “Daniel” Welch (Jessica), and Brittani Teal (Daniel); and grandchildren Gabriella, Evelyn, Caroline, Brylie, Lyra, Stella, Cohen, Beau, and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 25, 2024, at the First United Pentecostal Church of Leesville, officiated by Reverends Mark Christian and Jon Welch. Burial will follow at Oak Forest Cemetery under the direction of Jeane’s Funeral Service. Visitation will be on Sunday, November 24, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., and again on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until the service. Serving as pallbearers will be William Daniel Welch, Daniel Teal, Heath Kelley, Shane Welch, Dustin Welch, Jesse Lentz, Joshua Mata, Bradley Smart, Jeffrey Castillo, and Braeden Bradley. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Michael Castillo, Scott Chamberlain, Michael Chamberlain, Richard Cauthen, Darrell Woofter, Jon Calvin Thomason, Jose’ Mata, Joseph Loupe, David Larwood, and Tommy Burns. Glynn will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by all who knew him.
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