Charles R. Welch

1889 - 1918

Died in the Service

Charles R Welch has a flag placed by his granite monument in Section A.  He died while in the service.  He didn't die in battle on the European front like so many did.  Charles was stationed at the Vancouver Barracks when he was struck down and killed by influenza.  In 1918 it didn't matter where you were, or were stationed, your life would be impacted in some manner by the great influenza epidemic.   Charles' service is remembered this Memorial Day.