Lewis Welch


Lewis Welch was a Michigan politician.

Early life

Welch was born in January 1814 in New York.

Career

Welch served as supervisor of Exeter Township, Michigan from 1845 to 1849. On November 4, 1856, House was elected to the Michigan Senate where he represented the 9th district from January 7, 1857 to December 31, 1860.

Personal life

On January 3, 1836, Welch married Lois Katherine Palmer. Together, they had four children. Welch was Methodist Episcopal.

Death

Welch died in Exeter Township on November 15, 1878 due to brain swelling. At the time of his death, he had lived in Exeter Township for over 40 years. He was interred at McIntyre Cemetery in Monroe, Michigan on November 17, 1878.