Memorial

 Michael John Welch, 72, was born August 31, 1946 – Died February 14, 2019.  Born in Cedar Rapids, Mike attended Immaculate Conception grade school, McKinley Jr. High, and after attending  Phillips Exeter Academy, NH, he graduated from Washington High School in 1963.  Michael entered the radio business first working as an unpaid intern at KCRG station in Cedar Rapids.  He was subsequently hired full time at KCRG as a rock and roll disc jockey replacing the very popular and beloved dj, Sandy Shore.  Michael reached the pinnacle of his career when he moved to KIOA radio station in Des Moines where he worked both as a disc jockey and the stations’ music director.  His work as KIOA music director garnered him the honor of being named the Middle-Market Music Director of the year by the Bill Gavin Report.  His broadcasting career also included working at radio stations in the Rockford, Minot, Indianapolis, Tulsa, Kansas City and Chicago area markets.  Michael was an avid collector of vinyl record 45’s and albums. 

Upon retirement, Michael resided in Cedar Rapids.

He was pre-deceased by his parents, Ted J. Welch and Mary B. Welch. Michael is survived by his two brothers, Peter B. Welch  (Marlene) of Cedar Rapids,  and Teed J. Welch ( Susan), Waccabuc, NY., niece Rebecca Welch of Cedar Rapids, nephew T.J. Welch, New York, NY, life long professional radio friend Mark Elliott and numerous cousins. 

A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home. Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

Memorial donations may be sent to Mercy Foundation, 701 10th Street SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52403 in remembrance of Michael Welch or to the charity of the donors personal preference.