Met Bruce and his boys thru my dad and their connection working in the emergency room.  I took some guitar lessons from Bruce, but what I received was a lifetime worth of friendships after getting to know he and his family.  Bruce was always fun.   A father-figure and friend in my life that will not be forgotten.  Being helpful, hardworking,  giving and good hearted are things I'll always associate with Bruce.  I'll never be as cool as Bruce Welch, but one can try.  Rest in Peace.  

There are certain smells I will never forget; kerosene, the black label chapstick, grilling over charcoal, and Alabama rain mixed with moss and stone. These will always remind me of times spent with my dad. They remind me  of ordinary days somehow transformed into something exciting and special because he had a way to make life more fun. I am so thankful for the good times we had together. 

Dad, you will be missed, and I love you. Be sweet. 

Sarah

Bruce was a great brother-in-law.  My sister, Nancy loved him with her whole heart and he returned that love.  She misses him so much everyday.
My girls gave him the nickname Billy Mack. They thought he was so cool. He was always so much fun whenever we would hang out with him and Nancy. It never mattered what we were doing concerts, riding on the Green Mile/Sea-Doo, Halloween parties, swim parties or him just grilling the best hamburgers I have ever had.
Dude I will miss you! 


Bruce and I were friends for years in the OR but I really got to know him during his battle with cancer.  I have warm  memories of our talks and text messages with each other. Bruce handled his trial  with such grace and strength. I really miss my friend but I have great comfort in knowing that Bruce was a believer and had a relationship with Christ and I will see him again one day soon. 
Rodger 4/28/22

Each day you are in my thoughts.  I miss our talks on the phone and hanging out with you.  Always there for me.  I miss my brother...I love you.

I had known Bruce for many years and never knew him to not be smiling.  He loved being a nurse, but that wasn’t enough for him, he had to be the best; and he was.  Never once did I ever see him turn down a call for help from any of us.  I still giggle to myself at some of the things we talked about over the years and the way he always had of lightening the mood no matter how bad the day was. He loved life, he loved his friends, and he cherished his family above all.   Definitely one of a kind and he will never be forgotten.  I know he’s smiling down at us and I have no doubt he’s made a few jokes about us missing him.  He knows how much he was loved, and that is a wonderful thing.  RIP buddy, until we meet again.  Love always…..

Bruce was a very dear friend. We go back a long way. His twin boys and my son played baseball together a couple of years. Bruce worked the ER when I started to work at the hospital and seems like we have always been friends. When he started to work in Surgery where i worked we got closer. There was never a dull moment around him. He was never still. He was always moving and the Dr never had to wait on anything from him. He was one of a kind and was loved by all. He was always eating and never got full. He was always talking about how much he loved his Nancy and how good she was to him. That laugh and his smile will sure be missed. We love you Bruce and will take care of your sweet Nancy until you meet again, Carolyn

Always making us laugh. If Bruce was in a great mood, you didn't have a choice but to be in one too. He was the only person I knew of that could do Fire Marshall Bill.

No one enjoyed a good concert like Bruce.  He was always looking for a way back stage or a way to meet the artists. This was taken right before Daryl Hall high-hatted us. 

I worked with Bruce many years ago at the hospital.  He had an outstanding personality that made him a joy to be around. I will always remember him as a beautiful person, father and nurse. I can tell his children you were his pride and joy.  I'm so glad to hear he found the love of his life.  
Saying goodbye is so heartbreaking and one of the hardest things we must face...please know all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. 

I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for all of you. 

Please be aware of our prayers and our thoughts during this time. If we may help you in any way, please don't hesitate to call. Delbert Freeman Chaplain Cullman Regional

Celebration of Life Visitation

Celebration of Life Funeral Service

Interment

Wife: Nancy Welch
Children: Jessica (Paul) Nicholson, Joe (Melissa Plew) Welch, John Welch, Sarah Portis, Sydney (Kenan) Warren, Justin (Katie) Wigginton and
Holly (Cody) Parson
Honorary Children: Spud Lasseter and Layne Welch
Grandchildren: Kaileb (Alejandra Avila) Welch, Jackson Welch, Michael Nicholson, Savannah Welch, Seth Wigginton, Valen Warren, Oliver Parson, Aeryn Nicholson, John Sheppard Welch, Jack Portis, Jace Wigginton, Quinn Portis, Ethan Wigginton, Nico Welch, Tyler Wigginton, Ezra Warren
Great Grandchild: Alayna Welch


Preceded in death by his parents: Harry and Opal Welch and his brothers:
Larry Welch and Scott Welch

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Bruce Alan Welch

11 octobre 1955 – 24 février 2022

Moss Service Funeral Home

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