William Welch, retired from the retail industry, passed away on Friday, November 25, 2011 at the age of 93. Beloved husband of Isabel Gedoria Welch. Father of Mario and Mark Welch. Brother of Paul L. Welch and the late Caroline W. Caron. He is survived by 6 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. A native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and Friends of the Family, also members of V.F.W. Post 312 are invited to attend a Funeral service in the chapel of MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Monday, November 28, 2011 at 1 PM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be from 10:30 AM until service time. For further funeral information or directions, please call Mothe Funeral Home at 504.366.4343. Family and friends may view and sign the online guestbook at www.mothefunerals.com.