Josephine "Helen" Welch

Josephine “Helen” Welch (nee Madarena-Tenney) age 88, of Painesville. Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 30, 2021. Loving daughter of the late Nicola and Janet She was preceded in death by her husband Floyd W. Welch, her son David A., and her daughter Cheryl A. Welch-Ford.

Devoted mother of Janet L. Welch-Butcher (Eugene A. Butcher, Jr.). Grandmother of five children, and great-grandmother of Aubrea and Chase.  Cherished sister of the late Arthur and James Madarena, Floyd A. David A., Kimberly Welch, Alison Welch (deceased), and Steven H. Ford Jr. 

Helen loved being with her family, and friends. Everyone loved to see her smile, and it would light up any room. She enjoyed crocheting, making, jewelry, and other family members that truly loved her, and her as well. Donation may be made in Helen’s name to Bella Hospice. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.