A Walter Welch b. 1752 in NC is listed as the father of William Welch, Sr. b.1778 NC d.1860-1870 Hammond, Ozark Co., MO. Does anyone know the father of this Walter Welch? The Walter Welch b. 1741? d.aft.1798 in Chatham co NC and married to Mary Reily August 29, 1763 in Wilmington, Delaware doesn't seem to fit the time schedule.