Russell Marion Welch, 44, of Charleston, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest Sunday, March 4, 2018. A Graveside service will be held Wednesday, March 14, 2018 in Holy Cross Cemetery, 604 Fort Johnson Road at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Downtown Chapel.

Russell was born April 12, 1973 in Charleston, South Carolina, son of Winifred "Winnie" Zorotovich Pavlas and the late Robert Marion Welch. He was a Carpenter by trade.

Russell attended schools on James Island and graduated from Lord Berkeley Academy. He was a devoted father and loving son. Russell was passionate about anything outdoors, the Pittsburgh Steelers and NASCAR. He enjoyed fishing, skateboarding and spending time at the beach. Russell was a good friend who was always willing to help when needed. He will be sadly missed by all.

Russell is survived by his mother, Winnie Pavlas and step-father Joe Pavlas of Camp Wood, TX; daughter, Julia M. Welch of Charleston, SC; son, Russell M. O. Welch of Charleston, SC; sisters: Julie Brandau (Troy) of Walnut Grove, CA; Connie Howard (Rich) of Virginia Beach, VA; and Deanna Kastner (Harley) of Summerville, SC. He was predeceased by his father Robert Marion Welch and brother Robert Nicholas Welch.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of your choice.