Lewis Welch
Lewis Welch (January 1814 – November 15, 1878) was a Michigan politician.
Lewis Welch | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Michigan Senate from the 9th district | |
| In office January 7, 1857 – December 31, 1860 | |
| Preceded by | Henry M. Boies |
| Succeeded by | Samuel Mulholland |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 1814 New York |
| Died | November 15, 1878 (aged 64) Exeter Township, Michigan |
| Spouse(s) | Lois Katherine Palmer |
| Children | 4 |
Career
Welch served as supervisor of Exeter Township, Michigan from 1845 to 1849. On November 4, 1856, House was elected to the Michigan Senate where he represented the 9th district from January 7, 1857 to December 31, 1860.[1]
Personal life
On January 3, 1836, Welch married Lois Katherine Palmer. Together, they had four children. Welch was Methodist Episcopal.[1]
Death
Welch died in Exeter Township on November 15, 1878 due to brain swelling.[2] At the time of his death, he had lived in Exeter Township for over 40 years. He was interred at McIntyre Cemetery in Monroe, Michigan on November 17, 1878.[1]
References
- "Legislator Details - Lewis Welch". Library of Michigan. Retrieved May 18, 2020.
- "Lewis Welch Memorial". Find a Grave. Retrieved May 18, 2020.
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