William "Roy" Welsh

William Rawlington “Roy” Welsh IV of 221 Washington Street born 4/29/59, a lifelong resident of Saratoga Springs, passed away peacefully on 12/16/2024. He was a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School Class of 1977 – he was a superb baseball player and an avid sport and music fan. Roy was a HUGE Yankees fan, as well as a fan of the 49ers and horse racing. He could be found in discussion about the upcoming year his Yankees will have with “full faith” of a championship, keeping his horse bets close to his chest or listening to one of his favorite Robin Trower songs.

Roy was predeceased by his loving parents William R. Welsh III and Essie Mae Welsh and is survived by his cousin Beryl Bailey of Virginia.

Special thanks to Buddy Clarke, Todd Walczak, Mitzi Pinkney and Jimmy Azotea for their unwavering friendship, and to Rolland Hoag at Compassionate Funeral Care for his comfort and support.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Frederick Allen Elks Lodge at 69 Beekman Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 on Thursday 4/24/25 from 3:00-7:00pm.

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