Richard E. Welch

OSWEGO COUNTY – Richard E. Welch of Phoenix, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 20, 2026, at home. Born August 03, 1936, Fulton, NY, he was the son of the late Clifford & Gertrude Welch. He worked well over 20 years at Great Bear Apple Orchard and retired from GE/Lockheed Martin with 38 years of service.

He was predeceased by his wife Dorothy and his sisters Linda Welch & Janet Welch.

Surviving are his sister, Joan Welch of West Monroe, NY; three children, Ronald (Norma) Welch of Kannapolis, NC, Gerald Welch of Phoenix, NY, and Connie (Randall) Hoyt of Cato, NY.; six grandchildren, Christopher, Ryan, Erin, Randy, Cody and Katie and a few great-grandchildren.

Richard loved spending his time outside and working on his old tractors and going to square dancing. In respect to Richard’s wishes there will be no calling hours. A private graveside service will be held at Jacksonville Rural Cemetery. Foster Funeral Home has care of arrangements.