Harold Welch
| Name | Harold Welch |
| Title | father of Laura Bush |
| Gender | Male |
| Birthday | +1912-00-00T00:00:00Z |
| nationality | — |
| Source | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q18844162 |
| pptrace | Link |
| LastUpdate | 2025-08-14T10:01:42.357Z |
Harold Bruce Welch (1912–1995) was a resident of Midland, Texas, and the father of former U.S. First Lady Laura Bush.
He began his career as a house builder and later became a successful real estate developer.
Harold married Jenna Louise Welch (1919–2019, née Hawkins), and together they had one daughter, Laura Lane Welch (later Laura Bush).
In family life, Harold was known for his hard work and practicality, while his wife Jenna supported his business as a bookkeeper.
During Laura’s childhood, Harold and Jenna placed strong emphasis on education and encouraged their daughter to develop a love for reading, which shaped her lifelong passion for books and learning.
Harold Welch’s life reflected the values of mid-20th-century American families: diligence, entrepreneurship, and a strong commitment to the education and well-being of their children.