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War II.Upon his return to Iowa, Jim farmed proudly in Iowa County, east of Williamsburg. He married Kathleen Ann Kessler of Cosgrove on August 4, 1948. and they had nine children. In addition to farming, he held various positions with the Agricultural Stabilization Conservation Service as well as being a York Township Trustee. Jim retired from farming in 1988 when he and Kathleen (Kay) moved into Williamsburg. He obtained his real estate li* cense and worked for Crane Associates. He also worked part-time for Kirkwood Community College in Williamsburg. Kathleen passed away in 2000.Jim led an active, diverse life, in addition to work and family. He enjoyed golfing, hunting and fishing as well as being a dedicated fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, Iowa Haw'keyes and a spectator of most sports. He was a lifelong Democrat. Jim was active with St. Michaels Catholic Church in Holbrook and later a member of St. Mary’s in Williamsburg. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus for many years, including a term as Grand Knight. During retirement, he was an active member of the VFW. lburg Poison Post 8797. He was an avid reader and made friends at the library. He enjoyed spending time with his children and especially grandchildren. Jim had a quick Irish wit, a sharp memory for details and a retort for most any conversation.Jim is survived by eight of his nine children: Laura Engler (Mitchellville), Jan Welsh (Bruce Fairbanks, Cincinnati, Ohio), Marita Welch (West Des Moines), Joan Welsh-Grabin (Joel Grabin, Oxford), Bob Welsh (Nancy, Williamsburg), Diane Lotz (Bob Lotz, North Liberty), Tom Welsh (Holli, Williamsburg), and Kathy Welsh (Bart Brown, Iowa City). He also had 13 grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, John J.; sister, Mary R. Welsh; wife, Kathleen A;, son, Williams J.; and granddaughter, Bond M. Grabin.Memorials may be directed to the Williamsburg Public Library and Friends of Old St. Michael’s.Messages and tributes may be left atwww.powellfuneralhomes.com under obituaries.INDEPENDENCEIfolth P
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Cedar Rapids Gazette
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, US
Tue, Jul 26, 2011
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