John Vance Welge, 87, died peacefully on June 25, 2026, at his home in Layton, UT. He lived a full life, dedicated to his family and his country.
A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, July 8, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ogden, UT. He will be interred at Wares Grove Cemetery in Butler on Tuesday, July 21, at 10 a.m. Family and friends are welcome.
Born on January 25, 1939, on the family farm in Butler Grove Township, Mr. Welge was raised by his maternal grandparents in nearby Fillmore. He took pride in his 42 year career in federal service with the United States Air Force, which he completed in 2006 at Hill Air Force Base in Utah.
Mr. Welge loved fiercely and treasured his roles as husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. He is survived by Nancy, his beloved wife of nearly 64 years; his sister, Dorothy; three children; and five grandchildren.
