Henry W. Welker (Hank) passed away on September 20th. 2014 at 1:45 A.M. Hank was born on June 5, 1926 in New Castle Pa. He was the 5th son and 9th child of F.E. and Verna J. Welker. He enlisted in the Army in 1944 and served his country in the 1st. Cavalry, in Japan during WWII. Upon leaving the service he worked for Mooney Brothers trucking Co. when he along with his other brothers took ownership of Welkers’ Greenhouses. In addition, Henry was appointed Chief of Police of Neshannock Township where he served over (5) years. He moved to Orlando, Fl.in 1980 with his family and once again was involved with the horticultural industry. Henry had a great love of the outdoors and especially enjoyed anything western along with his collection of cowboy boots. Most of all he loved his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and Grandfather. His happiest days were when his family was all together. He is survived by his beloved wife Shirley of 67 yrs. , daughter Barbara, (Jim), Patricia, ( Richard ), sons Randall and Roger. Granddaughter Michelle (Kurt), and grandson Jamie, step great grandchildren Michael and Nicole Nelson. Services will be held on Thursday, Sept. 25th at 11:00 A.M.at Loomis Family Funeral Home. Burial will follow at The Highland Memory Gardens Condolences may be sent to: Loomis Funeral Home and /or Randall.Welker@Yahoo.com.
This heritage started 67 years ago with Pastor Herbert F. Loomis, who founded the First Baptist Church of Daytona Beach, Florida, in 1934. In 1938 Francis E. Loomis, son of Pastor Herbert F. Loomis, received his license to practice Mortuary Science and in 1941 established Loomis Funeral Home of Winter Garden, FL. 
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mike says
Shirley and family, we are so sorry to hear of Hanks passing our condolences to you all,Mike and Kathy Kapinos
The Nelson Family says
The Nelson Family purchased the Ocean Breeze Spray for the family of Mr. Henry “Hank” Welker.
Noralynn D. says
Noralynn D. purchased a sympathy card for the family of Henry “Hank” Welker.
Noralynn Donahue says
Noralynn Donahue purchased the Beautiful in Blue for the family of Mr. Henry “Hank” Welker.
Dick Cefalo says
To all the Welker family,My deepest condolences.He was a great,friendly guy.We all shared so much over the years.All good."GOD" will bless him and keep him for all eternity.With deepest sympathy and prayers,Dick Cefalo
Grace Smith Ford says
Shirley and family, I am so sorry to hear of Hank's passing. I have so many wonderful memories of Hank and your family. May God be with you and bless you at this most difficult time. Love and fond memories, Grace Smith Ford
Beryl McClay says
Shirley and family,I am so sorry to learn about Hank's passing. What wonderful memories I have of him here in New Castle. The Welker family has been so special to me. You are all in my prayers. Love Beryl Ann (Smith) McClay