David P. Welch, 82, of Midland passed away Friday, April 10, 2009 in Midland. Mr. Welch will be available for viewing at the funeral home, Monday, April 13, 2009. There will be no public services and a private interment.David was born July 19, 1926 in Coronado, California to Barbara and Leo Welch. He married Earlene Fallis Thanksgiving Day in 1951. Earlene preceded David in death June 18, 1990.David graduated from Yale University and received a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with high honors in 1948. He was a member of Tau Beta Pi and Sigma Chi fraternities. Every person that knew David felt like his wife, Earlene, was the love of his life and he was a devoted and faithful husband.Survivors include sister, Eloise Welch and good friend Jerry Caddel of Odessa. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Barbara Welch and father and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Fallis.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,