Harold D. Welch
January 6, 1940 - November 26, 2021
On the evening of November 26, 2021 Harold Doshier Welch of Laurel, MS died at the age of 81. Harold was born to Doshier and Allegra Welch on January 6, 1940. He worked in the oilfield for many years before marrying Hazel. Together, they owned and operated Harold’s Quick Lube in Laurel for 34 years and only recently sold it to his great nephew, Bryan Dykes. When not working, they enjoyed playing golf. He leaves many great friends behind that have many great stories to tell. He is preceded in death by his parents, Doshier and Allegra Welch; sisters, Pauline Parker, Lorene Dykes, and Ernestine “Teenie” Valentine; and stepchildren, David Busby and Deborah Busby. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Hazel Welch; three sons, and spouses, Tony (Dana) Welch of Ellisville, Rob (Sherrie) Welch of Brookhaven, and Rene (Laura) Welch of Shreveport; stepdaughter, Darlene Busby of Hattiesburg; brother-in-law, Mariland Valentine; grandchildren, Brenna (Jamey) Kelley, Lauren (Jordan) Blackledge, Dalton Welch, Talon Welch, Aidan Welch, and Dorian Welch; great-grandchildren, Tripp and Lily Kelley; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Visitation will be held at Memory Chapel Funeral Home in Laurel, MS on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, also at Memory Chapel. Interment to follow at Lebanon Baptist Church Cemetery with Reverend Don Brown officiating. To sign the online guest book, please visit www.memorychapellaurel.com
On the evening of November 26, 2021 Harold Doshier Welch of Laurel, MS died at the age of 81. Harold was born to Doshier and Allegra Welch on January 6, 1940. He worked in the oilfield for many years before marrying Hazel. Together, they owned... View Obituary & Service Information