Leslie Welch, passed away at the age of 85 years old in Amarillo, Texas on July 9, 2026. A funeral service for Mr. Welch will be held at 10:00am,on Monday, July 13, 2026 at Lemons Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow in Plainview Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Lemons Funeral Home in Plainview.

Leslie was born on October 17, 1940, in Whiteface, Texas, to L.H. and Beulah Welch. He attended Pecos High School, where he graduated with the Class of 1958. Following High School, Leslie proudly answered the call to serve his country by enlisting in the United States Army.

On July 12, 1963, Leslie married Patricia Nixon, in Delwin, Texas. Together, they built a life rooted in faith, family, and mutual devotion. Leslie’s deep intellect and passion for learning led him to West Texas A&M University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in history.

Leslie’s true calling was found in ministry. As a Baptist Pastor, he shepherded numerous congregations across the State of Texas. He had a profound love for spreading the Word of God, offering comfort, guidance, and community to everyone who sat in his pews.

When he was not in the pulpit, Leslie was an enthusiastic sports fan. He loudly cheered on his beloved Texas Tech Red Raiders and the Dallas Cowboys. He also found great joy in the quiet comfort of reading and watching golf.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Tricia Welch of Amarillo, Texas; one daughter, Debra K’Lynn LaFont of Lubbock, Texas; two grandchildren, Madison LaFont (Adam Kendrick) of Amarillo, Texas and Patrick Yoakum of Lubbock, Texas; two sisters, Buena Adcock of Ft. Worth, Texas and Twila Meador of Waxahachie, Texas.

He is preceded in death by his parents, L.H. and Beulah Welch; three sisters, June Sales, Elizabeth Siewert, and Jill Ramsey; and one brother, Nathan Lee Welch.