John Alexander Welty
December 26th, 1927 - April 11th, 2012 | Age 84 Birthplace Wheeling, WV. Resided In Wheeling,WV. Visitation April 13th, 2012 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Service April 14th, 2012 10 a.m. at Vance Memorial Presbyterian Church, Wheeling Cemetery Greenwood Cemetery |
He was born December 26, 1927, the only child of the late Elmer Z. and Mary A. Welty.
John was a lifelong resident of Wheeling. He graduated from Triadelphia High School and received his bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, with a minor in alchemy from Carnegie Institute of Technology. Following graduation, Mr. Welty returned to Wheeling and entered the family business, Welty Buick, Inc., as an automobile dealer. He served as its president until his retirement in 2005. John is one of eight individuals to receive the prestigious General Manager's Seal of Excellence Award from General Motors.
John Welty served on several boards, including The Children's Home of Wheeling and Wesbanco Bank.
He was a member of General Motor's National Automobile Dealer's Council, Wheeling Elks Club, the Fort Henry Club, the Twilight Club, and was member in good standing of Sam's Club.
He was a man of great humor and deep compassion; a true gentleman and respected citizen.
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his first wife, Ann Paul Welty.
He was survived by his wife, Joyce; daughters, Elizabeth Ann Henry (John) of Charleston, WV. and Mary Ellen Gano (David) of Dumfries, VA; a son John Paul Welty (Gail) of Wheeling; stepsons, Tom Rownd (Denise) of Wheeling, James Rownd (Paula) of Shaker Heights, OH and stepdaughter, Deborah Bogden (Ken) of Huron, OH;10 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.
Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Friday, April 13, 2012 at the Kepner Funeral Home, 900 National Road, Wheeling (304-232-2732). Services will be held on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at 10 a.m. at Vance Presbyterian Church, Wheeling, with the Reverend Dr. Charles D. LaPlaca officiating. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in Greenwood Cemetery, Wheeling.
In lieu of flowers donations may be offered Vance Memorial Presbyterian Church, 905 National Road, Wheeling, WV 26003 or to the Children's Home, of Wheeling Foundation 1 Orchard Road, Wheeling, WV 26003.
Personal condolences may be offered to the family at www.kepnerfuneral.com.
May 6, 2012
May 2, 2012
So sorry to hear about your father. I just found out.
Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Pete Cuffaro
April 18, 2012
Remember the good times you had together
He is at peace now
I'm here for you, Joyce-always
April 18, 2012
April 16, 2012
I only knew him from being with you but I'll never forget the twinkle in his eyes.
April 16, 2012
April 15, 2012
Nada
April 14, 2012
Sending our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We will always remember buying our very first car from Welty and the joy it brought to our family. Hoping that happy memories will help ease your pain and sending thoughts and prayers your way.
April 14, 2012
WE ARE SORRY WE CAN'T BE THERE BUT PLEASE KNOW WE ARE THINKING ABOUT THE ENTIRE FAMILY.
JOHN AND CLAUDIA KEPNER
April 14, 2012
April 14, 2012
April 14, 2012
We were so sorry to learn about John's death. He was a special person with a wonderful sense of humor. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
Much Love,
Jo and John W. Kepner
April 14, 2012
We were extremely sorry to hear of your Fathers passing. Many times we've heard what a great asset to the community he was. Although we didnt know him personally, we want to express our deepest condolences to you and yours. Thankyou aslo for caring for the ponies on their adventure.
April 14, 2012
April 14, 2012
and an all around great person. I know he will be missed by many.
April 13, 2012
April 13, 2012
THE FATHER GAVE US THE SPIRIT
TO MAKE US LIKE HIS SON
April 13, 2012
Martin and Lorraine Maness Family
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