George Welland Jr. Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate George Welland Jr. of Mequon, Wisconsin, whose life came to an end on February 9, 2025 at the age of 82, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of George Welland Jr. to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, George Waldron Welland Sr. and Mayme Blankinship Welland. He is survived by: his wife Yatta; his children, Tonieh and Jeremy (Christine); his grandchildren, Oli, Maxwell, Maya, Tamu and Lula; his brothers-in-law, Charles and Varney Konuwa; and his sisters, Joyce and Jean.
In lieu of flowers, we ask that you consider a charitable donation to The Milwaukee Jazz Institute in George's honor, so that his legacy of music, jazz, and playing the bass may continue.
