David M. Welcher, 68, of Gladstone, Ill., died Thursday, April 20, 2023 at his home.

Born Dec. 6, 1954 in Mt. Pleasant, he was the son of Eugene and ElvaLee Jones Welcher.

David served his country in the United States Army.

He was a truck driver for over 30 years, most recently working for Newcomb Trucking Company of Muscatine. David rode motorcycles with his son and he enjoyed spending time with his granddaughters.

Survivors include one son Tyler (Madeleine) Welcher of Burlington; one daughter Tasha Welcher of Port Orange, Fla.; two brothers Terry “Herman” Welcher and Danny “Boone” Welcher.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Tommy “Doc” Welcher.

Per David’s wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Funeral Chapel. There will be no services at this time.

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 </figure>David M. Welcher, 68, of Gladstone, Ill., died Thursday, April 20, 2023 at his home.Born Dec. 6, 1954 in Mt. Pleasant, he was the son of Eugene and ElvaLee Jones Welcher.David served his country in the United States Army.He was a truck driver for over 30 years, most recently working for Newcomb Trucking Company of Muscatine. David rode motorcycles with his son and he enjoyed spending time with his granddaughters.Survivors include one son Tyler (Madeleine) Welcher of Burlington; one daughter Tasha Welcher of Port Orange, Fla.; two brothers Terry “Herman” Welcher and Danny “Boone” Welcher.He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Tommy “Doc” Welcher.Per David’s wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Funeral Chapel. There will be no services at this time.