Posted on: Green Co. Wi Obituaries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Wi/GreenObits/10556 Surname: Welch, Wilkinson ------------------------- Albany, Green County Wisconsin Vindicator, Thursday, June 4, 1896 Martin Welch was born in Waterford County, Ireland on March 15, 1819. He came to the United States at the age of 16 and settled in the city of New York. He was married to Margaret Wilkinson in 1842. They lived after their marriage 14 years in the city. In 1856 they came to Wisconsin and lived in Albany until his death May 26. Mr. Welch had lived a quiet, peaceful life and had the respect of everyone who knew him. He was a member for three years in the army, Co. E., 13th Wisconsin Volunteers. He was a good soldier. He loved the country of his adoption. He was a kind husband and for 54 years cared for her who will miss him most. He was the father of 8 children, 5 of whom have preceded him to the spirit world. Two daughters and one son remain, who with his aged wife deeply mourn his loss. S.