Ralph M. Welch, Sr., age 76, of Bowler, passed away on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 in Neenah.  Ralph was born on October 20, 1944 in Bowler to the late Merton and Guida (Tousey) Welch.  He was known as the Jack of all trades and loved building mechanical gadgets.  Ralph enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding in the woods and loved nature.

Ralph is survived by; his children, Ralph (Jill) Galvin Jr., Kip Welch, Kurt Welch, James (Lori) Galvin, Michael Galvin and Charline (Clint) Zeug; numerous grandchildren; his siblings, Robert Welch, Ronald Welch, Rupert (Becky) Welch, Rosetta (Dave) Ramirez, Rhonda (William) Sullivan and Redeena (John) Krieger.  Ralph is further survived by grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephew, other relatives, and friends.

He was preceded in death by; his wife, Fran; his parents, Merton and Guida; siblings, Russell Welch, Rene Welch and Rhonona Vasquez.

Private services will be held.