Obituary: Stephen A. Welch, 69, of Madison

Obituary courtesy of Guilford Funeral Home:

Saturday, November 28, 2020 Stephen A. Welch, 69 loving husband & father of three passed away peacefully at Yale New Haven Hospital with his loving soulmate by his side. Husband of Elaine (Berger) Welch. He was a longtime resident of Madison.

Stephen was born in Winthrop, MA on September 24, 1951, son of the late Thomas Welch and Louise (Brown) Welch. Loving father of Christopher Stephen Welch of Madison; Amy Welch Rubino, husband Robert of Clinton; and Amanda Welch Eaton, husband Christopher of Clinton. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Nicholas and Katelynn Rubino; Carmela Welch; Ayden and Liam Eaton. Brother of Thomas Welch, Diane Shepard, David Welch, Paula Welch, Theodore Welch and Jack Welch. Predeceased by a brother Jimmy.

After serving in the Navy he went on to obtain degrees in business and aviation. Stephen worked at Pratt and Whitney for over forty years. On June 17, 1972 he married his soulmate Elaine and they raised two daughters and a son. Stephen was the most selfless, loving man. He always enjoyed many family trips; including cruising with his wife Elaine. When he was not involved with his grandchildren he could be found watching his favorite team – the New England Patriots or his favorite shows.

Stephen was a spiritual man and relied on God for his guidance. This was always a comfort for those around him.

Due to the ongoing Pandemic a celebration of life will be planned for the near future. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Yale New Haven Transplant Center 800 Howard Ave, New Haven, CT 06519