Michael Welborn

On August 31, 2020, Michael Anthony Welborn a resident of Livonia, Louisiana passed away at the age of 58 years.

Michael was born in Riverhead, New York and grew up traveling the United States. He finally returned to Louisiana where his family was originally from. He attended Tara High School and graduated in 1979. Michael loved playing football with his lifelong friends David Ourso and Trace Tisdale. After high school, Michael went on to study at LSU. In 1985, he married his soul mate, Deborah, and began a life of love and adventure. As a Vice President for Turner Industries, Michael was driven to preform to the best of his abilities and was proud to stand up for his beliefs. He was honored that the company he spent 18 years with had become more like family than coworkers. He was also known for helping those in need. As part of Pointe Coupee’s planning committee, Michael sought out ways to improve the community. He also reached out to the local high school to provide support and appreciation to its teachers and students. He loved the community and worked hard to give back.

Michael will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 35 years, Deborah L. Welborn; Children, Kathryn Welborn, Kristen Dupree (Jeremy); Grandchild, Blake Dupree; Siblings, Freddy Welborn Jr. (Carla), Elizabeth Floyd (Robert), Donald Magee (Stacy), Danny Magee (Tabatha), Danielle Magee (Drew); Nephews, Josh Welborn (Emily), Chris Welborn, Ryan Welborn, Stephen Magee; Nieces, Amanda Hodges (Luke), Emilie Stout (Andrew), Hannah Riser, Ashley Alain (Ben).

He is preceded in death by his mother, Sandra Hart; Father, Freddy Welborn Sr.; Grandparents, Joseph Welborn and Betty Jo Welborn

Visiting hours will take place at Resthaven Gardens of Memory & Funeral Home on September 4, 2020 from 9 a.m. until services at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in the Garden of Honor.

Pallbearers will be Freddy Welborn, Danny Magee, Donald Magee, Drew Levine, Chris Welborn, and Jeremy Dupree.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to https://liverfoundation.org/for-patients/donate-now/ in Michael’s name.

The family of Michael wishes to extend our sincere thanks to at all the nurses and doctors from Pointe Coupee Health Care, the ICU doctors and nurses of Ochsner’s Medical Center, and a special thank you to Ochsner’s Critical Care nurses Daniel and Nicole for providing him with the best of care during his final moments.

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” − Joshua 1:9

Family and friends may sign the online guestbook or leave a personal note to the family at https://www.resthavenbatonrouge.com/obituary/Michael-Welborn.