Southbridge- James F. Welch age 56 died Friday, November 20, 2015 at St. Vincent Hospital, Worcester.  He leaves his wife Susan A. (Gadbois) Welch and his daughter Karen A. Morin both of Southbridge.  He also leaves 2 brothers, Kevin Hedge and Louie Welch.  James also had 5 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  He was born in Worcester son of the late Louis and Phyllis (Carey) Welch and lived in Southbridge for the past year, prior to that living in Worcester.  He was a platter at Industrial Platting in Worcester.  He enjoyed football the Patriots and music.  There are no calling hours.  Donations may be made in his memory to a charity of donors choice.  Services are private for the immediate family.  The Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School St., Webster, MA has been entrusted with his arrangements.  A guest book is available at www.shaw-majercik.com where you may post a condolence or a memory.