Frederic F. Welk; age 77; beloved husband of 47 years to the late Mary. Loving father of the late Joseph (Melissa), Sarah (Tim) Machaj, Jennifer (Jay) Juszko, John, Matthew (Jennifer), and Mary (Carlos) Esquivel; cherished grandpa of Michelle (Bryce) Carmichael, Kimberly, Ashley, and Christopher Welk, Cinnamon Machaj, Daniel and Zachary Juszko, Christian Welk, and Addison Esquivel; proud great grandfather to Harper Carmichael; dear brother of Fran Essen; avid enthusiast of astronomy, classic cars, playing board games, and spending time with his family. Friends and family to gather Saturday, February 24, 10:00 A.M. until time of Mass 11:00 A.M. at Immaculate Conception Church, 7211 W. Talcott Ave., Chicago. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. For info www.kolbusmayfh.com or (773) 774-3232.