Gerald R. Welter

Gerald R. (Jerry) Welter passed away peacefully on October 6, 2009, at his home in Monclova Township, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. He was born in Toledo, Dec. 16, 1946 to Merlyn and Eleanor Welter, graduated from St. Francis de Sales High School and earned his Bachelor's, Master's and Education Specialist degrees from the University of Toledo. He was a teacher and tennis coach at Whitmer High School, retiring in 1998. Jerry was also a Realtor, retiring from Danberry Realty due to health problems. He was active in community affairs, serving in various leadership positions for the Teachers Association of Washington Local Schools, the School Advisory Board for St. Joseph School (Sylvania), as well as, the Beach House Family Shelter Board. Jerry enjoyed playing tennis and golf, riding his bike and traveling. He played Bridge and was recently awarded Life Master. He was known for his sense of humor and ability to insert that humor into any speech he was asked to give. If asked, he would tell you that his greatest accomplishment was building a strong family. This was evident by his determination to continue a tradition of having a family vacation at the beach this past August with all his children, their spouses and grandchildren. He is survived by his dearest friend and loving wife of 37 years, Karen; daughters, Alison (Scott) Russell, Powell, OH, Sara (Nate) Hagerty, Charlottesville, VA; son, Christopher (Suzy), Newark, OH and 5 grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Lou (Fred) Bollin; sister-in-law, JoAnn Welter; mother-in-law, Phyllis Lacure and many brothers and sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces and dear friends.He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, John Welter. Friends may visit at the Coyle Funeral Home, 1770 S. Reynolds Rd., on Thursday from 4-8 p.m. where a Scripture Service will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Services will be held on Friday beginning at 9:30 a.m., in the mortuary, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Joan of Arc Church at 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. The family would like to thank Hospice of Northwest Ohio, especially Katie and Laura for the excellent care and support they gave us. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 30000 E. River Rd., Perrysburg, OH 43551 or the Sylvania Franciscan Sisters Retirement Fund, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania, OH 43560.

Gerald R. Welter

December 16, 1946 - October 6, 2009