Francis "Sonny" Welsh

Francis (Sonny) Welsh passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 22, 2024. He was 95 years old. Francis was born in Weehawken N.J. on December 7, 1928, to Mary and Francis Welsh. Francis attended George F Baker High School and later pursued higher education at Drake Business School before embarking on the path of monastic life at the Trappist Monastery in GA. After leaving the monastery, Francis also worked at Monroe Pipe and Tube, and had several other jobs before dedicating his career at the US Postal Service where he served for 25 years. Francis married the love of his life, Lucy on May 2, 1959. They moved to West Haverstraw and raised three children. Francis was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Tuxedo, NY, Knights of Columbus Monroe Chapter, and St. Peter's Church in Haverstraw, NY. He enjoyed playing basketball in high school and scuba diving. His true passion was spending time with his wife, and he enjoyed his grandsons. As he aged, Francis became an avid puzzler, storyteller, and sorting coins. Francis is survived by his children, sons Paul and John, daughter Anne Marie, grandchildren Matthew and Cole, Sister Stephanie and brother Quintin, Son in law Michael, and Personal care aide Julissa. He was predeceased by his wife, Lucy Welsh, brother Nicholas and sister Rose Mary. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to United Hospice of Rockland County or ARC of Rockland in Francis's memory.