Kyle Matthew Welch
October 08, 2010
Kyle Matthew Welch, 23, was born August 29, 1987 in Des Moines, Iowa. He passed away from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident on Friday, October 8, 2010. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at St. Francis of Assisi, 7075 Ashworth Road in West Des Moines, with burial to follow at Glendale Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway, with a vigil service to begin at 7:30 p.m.
Kyle was a country boy at heart and loved the outdoors. One of his favorite activities was hunting with his dog Bo. He was a senior at UNI and worked for Wonderbread.
His memory will be cherished by his parents, Craig and Lisa Welch and Jim Grill; brothers, Michael Welch, AJ Grill, Tanner Grill and Drew Grill; grandparents, Jim and Geri Welch, Wayne and Irene Wasson, Tino and Judy D’Iapico and John and Jan Dittmar and Denny Grill; aunts, uncles, cousins, his dog, Bo and other loving relatives and many wonderful friends. Kyle was preceded in death by his mother, Ann Grill.
Online condolences at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
LeAnn Hughes
12/10/2010
On the day Matt died,we were coming into town on University Ave.when traffic was moving very slowly and police had a lane was blocked off. We knew something terrible had happened because a pole had been broken. We discovered later what had happened there.
I missed the obituary in the Courier and I just decided to look for it tonight online and saw his picture for the first time.
I didn't know Matt but it still haunts me and every time I go past the place where he died, I look at the cross and say his full name "Kyle Matthew Welch". I have to think that he must have been a deer hunter because of the antlers and my sons are hunters too, and I am so thankful to still have them here. I can't imagine the pain you must be feeling. I am so sorry for your loss.
Sandra Britestone
10/14/2010
My deepest condolences on your loss. I happened to come across a picture of your son and believe he is someone I once met while attending Drake University. Only, the person I knew went by the name "Jobi". Is this him?
My sincere apologies if this message comes across as insensitive, but I was really troubled to see a familiar face in an obituary.
Sincerely,
Sandra Britestone
Preston, Ann, Ben and Marcus Miles
10/13/2010
Craig, Lisa, and Michael,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this tough time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help.
Preston, Ann, Ben and Marcus
Vicki Newcomb
10/13/2010
Craig,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult times.
John & Nancy Roth
10/13/2010
Kyle and our son Vince were friends and on the Trap & Skeet Team together at UNI. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with Kyle and all of you. May God give you strength and your memories of Kyle bring you peace during the difficult days ahead.
The Elming Family
10/12/2010
Dear Jim, Michael, AJ, Tanner and Drew,
Our family offers you our deepest condolences at the loss of your son and brother. The unexpected loss of a loved one is always difficult, but it is particularly hard to understand when it is someone so young and full of life. May it help to know that your family and many, many friends are grieving with you and that we are here to offer our support and prayers.
I recently lost my sister in a car accident and my family found great comfort in knowing that my sister and mother are now together in heaven. We carry them close in our hearts and take joy in knowing that they are watching over us and sharing in our daily lives.
Your memories of your loved ones, and the deep love you shared, will live forever in your hearts. May you find strength in the Lord and in the closeness of your friends and family to get you through this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Mark, Rhonda, Chelsea and Paige Elming
Mary Bissen
10/12/2010
Craig, Lisa and Michael,
Our deepest sympathy to your family. Our thoughts and prayers are
with you always.
Russ and Mary Bissen
and family
(Family of Renea Seitz)
Dave, Denise and Luke Bubeck
10/12/2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. We pray that you will feel God's comfort and His peace.
Minter Family
10/12/2010
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
Thomas E. Brooks
10/12/2010
Craig:
I am sorry to hear about the tragic news of your son. I am wishing you and your wife my deepest sympathy of your loss. I know the burden of your loss will be in your hearts forever but your ever-lasting love for your son will always be with you.
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Tom Brooks
Jan Bjurstrom
10/12/2010
I am so sorry for your loss. I work at Johnston High School and I know Tanner and A.J. Grill. Both are wonderful young men, as I'm sure Kyle was. Treasure the many happy memories you have of him. my deepest sympathies.
Kathy Kleywegt
10/12/2010
Craig, Lisa, Michael, and all of Kyles family and friends,
If there were words we could say that would take away the pain you are feeling, we would say them. It just is not fair and it makes absolutely no sense at all. The boys and I pray for all of you every night.
Kathy, John, & Jacob Kleywegt
Steve Kos, Goodrich.
10/12/2010
My heartfelt condolences in the tragic loss of your son.
Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Steve Kos
Shelly Kirschbaum
10/12/2010
Craig and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I hope that you can take solace in knowing that you will always have your memories.
You are in my thoughts.
Sincerely,
Shelly Kirschbaum
Jeff Clasen
10/12/2010
Craig & Lisa,
Want you to know that my family and I have you in our prayers as you deal with your loss.