Emma Dee Welch, 86, of Arlington, WA passed away on May 5, 2014. Emma was born to Irwin and Katie LeBarron on June 15, 1927 in Bellingham, WA. She enjoyed ceramics, knitting and crocheting. Emma was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, and she will be missed by her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her 3 brothers, Don, Alvin, and Benny, and her son, Gary. Emma is survived by her loving husband, John; her daughters, Marlene Wray of Bellingham, WA and Sheri Peterson of Everett, WA; 10 step-children; sisters, Anna and Louella; and brothers, Joe and Marvin. She also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. A memorial service for Emma will be held Tuesday, May 13, 2014 at 1:00pm at Weller Funeral Home, 327 N. MacLeod Ave., Arlington, WA.
Arrangements under the direction of Weller Funeral Home, Arlington, WA.
