Allan Henry Welch

WELCH, Allan Henry,

Retired RNZAF, passed away peacefully on 10th February 2026, at Aberleigh Village in Blenheim.

Loving husband of Cheralyn (deceased) and brother of Dr Roger T Welch of the Gold Coast.

A huge thanks to the caring and considerate staff at Wairau and Nelson Hospitals, Hospice Marlborough, Access and Aberleigh Retirement Village.

At Al’s request a private cremation and memorial service has been held.

All communications to WELCH Family C/- Sowmans Funeral Services, PO Boz 110, Blenheim.

Tribute from Kay Hockley – 
Sorry to read of Al’s death. I dated him in the mid 80’s when he was living in Christchurch.
Kay.

Tribute from Sharon Kirk –
Al was married to my Aunty Cheralyn. I’m her niece and currently live in Queensland Australia.
Condolences to Al’s family.

Tribute from Sandra Columbus – 
So sorry to hear of Al’s passing. I only reconnected with him recently. I used to flat with Ain early 90’s Also was great friends with him and Cheralyn.
Regards Sandra Columbus