Mary Elizabeth Welch passed away on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013 at the deGreeff Hospice House in St. Louis, Missouri. She was born on Valentine’s Day in 1941 in Manilla, Arkansas to Harmon and Glenna Tipton.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Fred R. Welch. She was a loving mother of Todd (Anita) Welch, Ricki (Frank) Sansone, Chris Welch and Robin (Tim) James, a proud grandmother of Keith, Nick, Alyssa and Elijah and a dear great grandmother of Mollie. Her friendship was cherished by many.

Memorial services will be held at KUTIS SOUTH COUNTY, 5255 Lemay Ferry (Butler Hill) on Saturday, September 21st from 5-9 p.m. A private ceremony will be held later where she will be buried with her husband at Jefferson Barracks. In lieu of flowers, contributions to DeGreeff Hospice House appreciated.