Millie H. Welch passed away on July 17, 2024, joining her loving husband of 62 years, Benjamin M. Welch. Millie was born on May 24, 1929, in Rogues Harbour, Newfoundland, to Raymond and Harriet (Giles) Rideout.
Millie enjoyed traveling all over the world before settling in Newcastle, starting a business, and raising her son.
Millie enjoyed life to the fullest and loved to travel. She enjoyed RVing with her husband, Ben, and their faithful companions, Rocky and Sam. Millie loved a good time with the music blaring, lots of people, and good food.
Millie loved to talk about her homeland, Newfoundland. She would always say “I was born under the Union Jack. I’m British not Canadian.”
Millie was predeceased by her mom, Harriet Giles Rideout; dad, Raymond Rideout; brother, Calvin Rideout; and sister, Pearl Rideout Locke.
Millie is survived by her son, Michael Welch and his wife, Rochelle Welch; her grandchildren, Michaela, Grace, Joseph, and Gabby; along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Millie will be greatly missed by her loving family and many dear friends.
A graveside service will be held for Millie on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, at 2 p.m. at the Maine Veterans’ Cemetery, 163 Mt. Vernon Road, in Augusta.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Hall Funeral Home, in Waldoboro. To share a memory or condolence with the Welch family, please visit Millie’s book of memories at hallfuneralhomes.com.
