Obituary of Gary Richard Welten

Welten, Gary Richard

Gary Richard Welten of Thedford, ON passed away at the age of 85 on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Bluewater Health.

Dearly missed by his loving wife Freda Welten and his blended family of 44 years. Loving father to Pam Giles (late Bruce Giles), Brian Welten (Janet), Paul Welten (Alina), Jeff Horner (JoeyLea), Kim Dupuis (Peter) and Sherri Horner. Grandfather to Greg Giles (Alicia), David Welten (Eve), Daniel Welten (Jackie), Lauren, Paige, Joel, Hank and Clay. Great Grandfather to Kinsley, Boston, Blakely and Hailey. Survived by his sister Brenda (Art) MacDonald. Also, missed by nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Gary loved being a truck driver and keeping busy riding his motorcycle. Gary hunted, fished, enjoyed playing and watching sports and going to the Casino. He was a caretaker to many abandoned and neglected animals. He had a sense of humour to the end.

As per Gary’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A gathering with family and friends will take place at a later date. Online condolences and donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Animal Caregivers of Petrolia Ferals would be appreciated by the family. Condolences and donations may be made at www.forestfuneralhome.com