Remember

06/07/04
I met Daisy three years ago when she chaperoned the eighth-graders to Washington D.C. and N.Y.C. I was in charge of the trip. She was so enjoyable to have on the trip and very supportive. I later had opportunities to chat with her about her travels and her experience with the tribes. She continued to inspire me with her stories and she spoke often of her husband and her sister, who I think gave her a car when she returned from our trip. Best Wishes to all of those who knew and loved her, especially her family.
Carol Lewis

06/07/04
Daisy we love you.

06/07/04
Althogh i am only 14 years old i know that daisy was a wonderful woman. i can see it in her eyes. it is also visible in her smile. i never really got to meet her, but my mom worked with for her or should i say for her husband and sister. every one loves you Daisy Welch you will always be remembered in our family.

06/07/04
Daisy, You were a great friend and you will be missed by all. I will remember those days when we would get up early early for the best sales (day after Thanksgiving sales. And I will never forget my nickname Mervys for(Mervyns).
Debbie Gonzalez(Phillips)

06/08/04
Birth is a beginning,
And death a destination.
And life is a journey:
From childhood to maturity
And youth to age;
From Innocence to Awareness
And ignorance to knowing;
From foolishness to discretion and then,
Perhaps to wisdom;
From weakness to strength
Or strength to weakness
And, often back again;
From health to sickness
And back, we pray to health again;
From offense to forgiveness
From loneliness to love,
From joy to gratitude,
From pain to compassion,
And grief to understanding,
From fear to faith;
From defeat to defeat to defeat-
Until, looking backward or ahead,
We see that victory lies
Not at some high place along the way,
But in having made the journey, stage by stage,
A sacred pilgrimage.
Birth is a beginning
And death is a destination.
And life is a journey,
A sacred pilgrimage
To life everlasting.

Love, Larry
Larry Henkin

06/08/04
To all who knew my friend Daisy.

I usually talk about what I want to say and then never say it. But when I heard about my dear friend Daisy, I knew I needed to say what I felt.

I had the honor and good fortune of meeting Daisy Welch six years ago when I came to Viejas. She was one of the kindest and most caring people who ever stepped into my life. Someone you could always talk to and was truly there for you. What I loved most about Daisy was she was always for the underdog. As many of you know, she was your second mother.

The Viejas Family has truly lost one of its most decorated warriors. If you had half a brain you knew not to cross her, lie to her or try to cheat her. But you also knew that if you fell down she was the first one there to pick you up.

I cannot not express in words how much she really meant to me and how much she is going to be missed. My prayers go out to her family and all that knew her. Lets all try to learn by her life and go that little bit extra to make someone else's day a little brighter. I know she always made me smile.

I will miss you, but cherish the fact that I knew you.
Jimmy Van Norman

06/08/04
I met Daisy in 1987 when she and Robbie brought Rhonda (Lisa) to CSUN. Lisa and I were not only roommates but best friends. Daisy was my second mother. I will never forget the first time I went home with Lisa. Daisy made me feel so welcome. I will always think of her as being "better, better and better." She will be missed by all who have ever met her. Love to all the Welch family.
Joyce Mass Schlenger

06/10/04
daisy as i always could remeber was a very bright and caring soul she was always hard spoken with a soft soul. she will be missed dea
sarah westerson

06/11/04
Daisy you will be missed greatly by all, especially that wonderfull smile of yours that touched all our heart
Phillip Parra Jr

06/15/04
Dear Daisy, My Sister, My Friend.....I still can not believe you are not here. I pick the phone up every morning at 5...I can't eat yogurt....I miss your smile, your insight, your gentleness...I miss you. Tomorrow has started without you but it will never be the same. I know by now GOD is glad you are on his side. Have you rearranged Heaven, yet ? I know we are not far apart, you will always be in my heart. I love you forever, Your Sister Lynne June 15, 2004
Lynne

06/17/04
To Momma, When I came to Viejas I was alittle uncertain about the Indian culture and was kindof lost. Then I met Midgie first and Then Daisy. Daisy took myself and my brother Jim under her wing. Daisy made it a point to get to know everything about you. No matter what if you were in a conversation with Daisy you were the most important person in her life. When Daisy learned of the passing of my parents Whom had passed away a very long time ago. Daisy gave me a hug and in her soft voice said your in my family now. From that day on she was momma Daisy and I also got and Auntie too. Daisy, Erin Destiny Kelly and myself truly will miss your smile, coyote anticks, and twinkle in your eyes. Daisy don't try to correct all the worlds problems in your first few days in heaven. We all know you will try. Daisy we love you and will miss you until we meet again. Love the McCloskey's
Tim McCloskey

06/18/04
this is my aunts webssite but this doesnt look like it
T'Keyah

06/18/04
Auntie well your in a better place now. Us as the Alto famiy has been in morning sice we knew you had left "The Rez" though you left the rez doesnt mean you left our hearts!Cita was nice and strong throught the whole thing. Its not the same going to general counsil meetings and seeing Aunt Midge alone{sorry if I have it backwards if it is Marge & not Midge I always get it backwards LoVe YoU
T'Keyah

06/18/04
Sorry about the 1st one from me.Didnt no it was like this but heres a poem 4 u DAISYS R YELLOW, AND SO IS HONEY TO BAD HONEY ISNT AS SWEET AS YOU WERE SO NOW WE CANT DO THE MATH TO COMPARE THE TWO UNLESS THE HONEY WAS MUCH MUCH SWEETER MOMMA ALWAYS USED TO SAY THAT DAISY IS FONNAMINAL AND NO ONE CAN BEAT HER.GRANDMA ETHO CAN NOW SEE ONE OF THOOSE SHE LOVED MOST NOW THE BOTH OF THEM ARE FINALLY AT HOME TO REST NOING GRANDMA ETHO SHES UP THEIR GIVEN YOU A TOAST
T'Keyah

06/23/04
i remember daisy from years back when the rez was named BARON LONG. i remember when i was a little kid at the old ball field. she always had a smile and saying hi. growing up i would see her from time to time she was always happy and caring. when i started working in barona i would pass her going down wildcat cyn road and she would be waving and smiling. she was a good person she will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. the thing to remember is she will be waiting to greet all of her friends and family with her great smile and warmth when its our time.
Randy Sandoval

06/23/04
I went on line today to view the Viejas website in preparing for a visit by the Deputy Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, Claude Allen. How saddened I was to learn of Daisy's death. Words are hard to formulate, yet, when I saw the smile on her face in this picture I had to speak about my friend. I have great memories of her visits to Washington, DC with "sis" Midge. Her favorite place in town was Georgia Brown's and she loved the fried chicken at this restaurant more than most people of color that I know. We had many enjoyable dinners and shared many stories and both she and Midge provided me with much healing. Even though I have not spoken with Daisy or Midge in a couple of years, I still reminisce about our dinners when I pass Georgia Brown's and often wonder why when we had dinner, I was the only one sucking the chicken bones. But now that I think about it, Daisy and Midge always had a doggie bag...maybe it was because they didn't want to suck their chicken bones in public. For as much as they enjoyed the fried chicken, I know that they really "got down" with that chicken when no one was looking!!! I will still think of Daisy and miss her. To my friend Daisy...CIAO Bella!!!
C. Juliet Pittman

06/23/04
Daisy will always be here in our hearts and our thoughts even if not in body. She is Viejas. May God Bless the Tribe and Family of Dear Miss Daisy. Karen Michael Cage Operations
Karen Michael

06/24/04
Daisy, you were an inspiration. Before I became a Team Member, my wife told me stories about you and your love and understanding for your fellow Team Members. Your bright smile and your happy "hello" each morning as you went by her work station at the front desk in "HR". Yo will never be forgotten..Tom Maloney

07/01/04
Good Morning My Sister, We had a wonderful VEA lunch in your honor on Monday. Your favorite food and people. Your family was wonderful as always.. strong, proud, loving. Your favorite sayings are constantly in my thoughts: "Happiness is a journey,not a destination." "Work like you don't need the money, love like you've never been hurt, and dance like no one is watching." I miss the beating of the drums..I miss you....
Lynne

07/02/04
Hey auntie started 2 think about u so I decided 2 rite u just got back 4rm 6th grade camp at around 1:30 I went to Palomar{Sea of Birds}in espaniol I had alot of fun annd I was thinkin about u and i couldnt talk 2 u up there so I decided 2 do as soon as I could Love Your Kummeyaay Indian, T'Keyah Alto
T'Keyah

07/05/04
THINKIN ABOUT YOU AGAIN TO BAD YOU COULDNT JOIN US @ THIS YEARS {FAMILY REUNION} THE 4TH OE JULY PICNIC IT WAS WONDERFUL MIDGE WON SOME TICKETS ONCE AGAIN JUST WANTECD TO LET YOU NO HOW MUCH I LUV U
T'Keyah

07/12/04
Daisy, you were an integral part in my getting my job back after winning my grievance as I'm sure you helped a lot of other employees. For that I will always be greatful. I'm am now at Sycuan Casino and I still tell of a story that happened to me when I was still working at Viejas and the new administration building had just opened. At the time I was working two jobs and after getting off of work from my first employer I rushed to the casino and ran into the bathroom to change into my casino uniform. I was looking in the mirror and had just taken off my shirt and pants when I heard the toilet flush. Ofcourse I thought I had been in there alone so I was just changing in the middle of the open bathroom. All of a sudden I hear a bathroom door stall open and instinctively I looked over and there you were Daisy, coming out of the bathroom stall looking just as surprised and embarrassed as I was. We both had this look of "am I in the wrong bathroom?" Ofcourse it turned out to be me who was in the wrong bathroom and you just couldn't stop laughing. I was petrified because of your position within in the casino and I didn't know if you maybe thought that I had done it on purpose knowing who you were. But being that you just kept laughing, even after we were both walking out the door and it also just so happened that the director of my department was walking into that same bathroom. You told my director "don't even ask" and you just kept walking away laughing. It was my most embarassing moment of my life but I will never forget how comfortable you made me feel both in the bathroom and in everything other encounter I had with you. You will be greatly missed. God Bless Adam
Adam Galarza

07/13/04
I met daisy in 1995 when I first started at Viejas and she has touched my life ever since with her honesty and open heart. She will always be with us.
JD Griffin

07/24/04
Howka, I met Daisy when I started working in accounting at the casino, I was so impressed with Daisy's aura. I felt as if I had always known her and she made me feel like hugging her every time I saw her in the hallway. I did experience the drumming she did as she went down the hall to her and Midges office, which I might mention was very, very homey. There is never enough paper or enough words to tell anyone all that is felt when we lose someone special to ourselves and others, I beleive that they go to prepare the way for us and are never gone as long as we remember.I truly miss hearing her say better, better and better, but I know she is still watching and waiting.
Mary Pangle

07/28/04
Daisy, My heart is sad, I fell like I lost a part of me when left. Every day I wait for your call. These last years we were togrther are real precious to me. I really miss you. Your daughter called me the other day and what cha doing my heart skipped a beat, she sounds so like you. If it weren't for all the kids yours and mine I think i would go bananas. But they call all the time and they call me Jobe. I know you are happy with Mom only because you were first. Love her for me too I will see all later after my job is done here. Lynne has been a big help for me we are toether all the time but it's different but we try to make it we takj about you all the time But I'm rough and tough and wear my diapers low Love and miss you.
Your Sister

08/04/04
FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD THAT HE GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON THAT WHOSOEVER BELIEVTH IN HIM SHOULD NOT PERISH BUT HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE JOHN 3:16 LOVE ROBERT DODGE
ROBERT DODGE

08/17/04
Happy Birthday my dear Friend. I keep thinking of all the yesterdays and all the fun we had. We really loved to laugh..... I know you are in Heaven with God... where life starts anew and by now he knows that you are the best of the best and how lucky heaven is to have you there. You are in my thoughts and heart every moment of every day. YOU ARE LOVED !
Lynne

09/28/04
Very Nice woman she well never be forgot.. Had a heart of Gold..... Daisy You sure will be missed...
Jenie

09/30/04
I met Carmen (Daisy) in 1972, (pre-gaming) when she asked me to join them on the softball field. She welcomed me as Hank's wife and let me know that they were related. I was encouraged by Carmen (Daisy) to be a part of an informal but active team in health concerns. The results of her efforts iand tht of the group is the Southern Indian Health Council. The team consisted of Carmen (Daisy), Josephine (Sister) Romero, and Anna Sandoval and they invited me when I was needed. My memory is Daisy's ability to keep us focused on the health needs of her people through light heartedness and humor. Her unique leadership style is one I grew to admire and emulate which made her my teacher. I was also touched by her deep sense of spirituality and how she "walked her talk" through faith, hope, and charity.
Shirley Apple Murphy

10/05/04
What sad news I just found. Daisy was a very special and unique person - the the contributions here are a testament to her loving spirit. Whenever I'd ask her how she was doing, she'd smile and say, "Better, better and better." Triple B we called each other...and fondly is how I'll always remember her. My warmest thoughts of support go out to her family and the entire Viejas family. ~BB
Brian Bergen

10/07/04
There was a problem with one of my team members and i went to visit her office and expalin the problem. She totally understand and made me feel like i was doing a good job, and made feel like i was able to come back and talk to her anytime. She was a very nice lady i do miss that she is no longer with us. Thank you...Daisy we love you....
Maria Bresseas

11/19/04
Aunt Daisy I miss your smile and the hugs you would give me as I greeted you in the morning. The world has lost a great warrior, but now you are with God and I am sure you are letting him know how things can be better, better, and better. You will always be in my heart and thoughts.
Richard L. Quick

02/12/05
My wife Monica and I used to work at Viejas from 98-2002. I worked in maint. my wife worked in the diner. To this day my wife still talks about how nice Daisy and her sister were. When I told her what I read on the website she just about cried. I know she was a real good person to have that affect on my wife. SHE WILL BE TRULY MISSED.........
Juan & Monica Garcia

02/18/05
I don't really have anything inspiring to write, but I wanted to post anyway. In my humble opinion you did a good job with what you were supposed to do while you were here. The world is a better place for you having been in it, and not too many people can say that. And I am comforted knowing that my baby girl is in your company. Very much love and respect,
April

02/21/05
I was a driver at Viejas for 3 years and met Daisy when I drove her to theairport and was very happy to have got to meet her she was a very specail person and will never forget her she will always be in my heart and pray's she will be deeply missed .
Annette Gray

03/03/05
When I first met Daisy I was frighten of her power and position. She instantly put my fears to rest. She taught me to have currage when I felt fear and to stand up for myself when others showed disrespect for me. I loved her deeply in just a short time and I don't believe she knew how much. What a tremendous lady, friend and leader. There is not a day that goes by that I don't miss her.
RAYLENE

03/07/05
Daisy: Just remember you will always be missed and loved forever. You are the most wonderful person I have ever met in my life. you friend forever Mark(sunshine)Simmons
MARK SIMMONS

03/13/05
we use to come to play bingo every nite at viejas for 10 years we have now moved to sioux falls sd.for the last 4 years .Daisy was a amazing women always with a smile on her face we will miss her deeply she touched our hearts in many ways and we will remember her always
teresa &anna cole

03/21/05
Oh my god, Daisy I just heard about you leaving us and going to heaven. I have been thinking about you for such a long time. I missed you so much and now I miss you more for I know I won;t see you until I get to heaven. My prayers and thoughts are with the family as yours was with mine. I remember the day we met~~~I had just lost my son and you just gave up your precious time to actually sit down for lunch with me and held my hand as we cried together. You were so wonderful to me and I was never able to make it back to see you again. I will never forget you nor will I ever forget your tender smile. Please take care of my son while you are with him~~~only until I can come and be with you & him. The last time I spoke to you Johnny was going into surgery for his cancer,Well he came out of it like a champ. He kinda scared us but thank god he is fine now... Anyways hun keep that precious smile and dont worry we will meet again, Love You, The Lee's
Sandie

04/30/05
I cant recall exactly where and when I met Daisy, but i'm glad to have had the honor of meeting her before her homegoing. I send prayers to all of her love ones, earthly and heavenly.
Michael Michaels - Sycuan

05/06/05
On Thursday April 28th of this year I made my Confirmation. On the 11th month anniversary of my Grandmothers death, it was bittersweet because she was not there to share this special moment in my life. That night when I went to sleep I had a dream about my Grandma. I was walking thru the front door to her house and she was sitting on the couch as usual when she said to me "Congratulations on making your confirmation, Cammy I am so proud of you, what do you want? what do you want Grandma to get you?" I told her that all I wanted was her to come back. She said to me with tears in her eyes "I can't Cammy I can't" I woke up crying.- Cameron "Cammy" Welch
Cameron Welch

06/03/05
I remember when I was little we would always watch the little mermaid cartoon together before I went to school. G-ma I miss you and I will always love you!
Vanessa

06/29/05
You have a special place in our hearts and touched our lives in a special and different way. You always gave all to everybody that needed, without asking for anything in return. We remember you every single day Thank you
ES

08/16/05
More than a year has passed since Daisy left this earth but she will no doubt be remembered into eternity. I first met Robby and Daisy in the late 1970's when MAAC Project was asked to work with Chief Joe Welch on a San Diego County contract...we were to stay three months but stayed working on the reservation for nine years. Robby was our Center Director and we always felt welcomed as brothers. I especially enjoyed eating lunch with the elders....Daisy later became the Chief at Viejas where we helped put together the camp ground..Hank Davenport one of our Vista Volunteers helped do the deal. Thanks Daisy and Robby for always being kind and accepting...we will never forget!...roger cazares
roger cazares

09/17/05
you were a great women you always made me fill apart of the family.I thank you for that. we miss you,and i know grandma dose the most.I know you and Uncle Mike and Rosalie are looking done on us and telling us to be strong,we miss you all so much.See you one day.With love Tiffany Ascencio
Tiffany

09/18/05
Ever since I can remember you were never without your beautiful smile. I used to think when I was little I was the luckiest girl in the world to have such a beautiful Nina like you. Everytime I saw you you had a smile for me and you would put your arm around me and give me a squeeze. Sometimes you would even give me $20.00...and to a little girl that was hundreds. You were such a wonderful lady that made such an impact in not only my life but so many others..You had such an unconditional love for all around you..You are what I have always wanted to become....Even in times of sadness you had a smile and your beautiful laughter. I can't imagine you not here joined at the hip with Gramma...Even when I see her and you're not there... I know you are with GOD and all those we have had to let go to HIM. I know you are up there listening to Uncle Mike play his guitar while you and Rosalie laugh and joke.. I know.... Angela says she sees you often and that you stand at her window smiling and waving. All I have to do is close my eyes and there you are smiling at me telling me everything will be okay. I love you my Nina..Not a day goes by without a memory coming to me that doesn't bring a smile to my lips and laughter to my soul.
Amber Carrizosa Underwood

09/24/05
Hi grandma, I wanted you to know that its been my sixth week of high school as a senior, and its been going great. I just got back from a school trip touring six different colleges, of which 2 I plan to apply to. I miss you grandma and I will always love you.I know you won't be at my highschool graduation, and I'll be sad but thats O.K. I know you will be watching me from heaven. "Love Cammy"
Cameron Welch

09/28/05
Still thinking about you and thanking God for what you've contibuted, indirectly, to my life. Thank you for your stregnth, long before per cap. It's much easier now. And things will get better, because of the influence of strong people like you.
april

10/22/05
Dearest Daisy: I started work At Viejas in 1997 I met you through Midge. I loved Midge like I loved my mother, working for her. When Midge introduced us I felt a spirit of calmness all around you. I got injured on the job in 1998 and am still out of work hoping to get better, I and a friend ran into you in H.R. You told me I would have a long fight to get disability But to fight the fight and to never give up when I know my rights. I am still fighting the fight and have wanted to give up so many times. But that friend that was with me that day always reminds me. "Would Daisy have given up." No my sweet friend and mentor you would not have and through the Grace of God and your love I will continue my long fight. My family and friends have named it " The long last walk to freedom." Always praying for your family. I send you hugs and keep your sweet spirit in the Tribal Council. It needs more Daisies there now that you are gone. I love you. ETS
ETS

11/23/05
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11/25/05
Today is one of your favorite days.....Shop Till You Drop.... You are always with us in our hearts....you are missed... you are loved..
Little Sis..lynne-ly

01/27/06
Happy New Year 2006....I was remembering the New Year's eve we went to the wedding in Barona. Love that BUBBLIE and you called me a Wimp. Midge, Sissy & I went back to Hawaii this month. Stayed at your favorite the Hilton Hawaiian Village. People there still ask about you....where is your other Sister??? See, you are loved world wide !!!! I miss you & your beautiful smile every day..... You would be so proud of your family, I know you look down and guide us and are here with us all of the time. love, little Sis lynne-ly

01/31/06

05/17/06
hola co ha estado
jose martinez

05/18/06
Grandma I'm almost graduated yes!!!!! And I was accepted to Humboldt State University. Miss you, Love Cammy.
Cameron Welch

05/27/06

07/02/06

09/21/06
Hi grandma, my graduation was great. I know you were their in spirit with my other grandfether Ignacio. It currently my sixth week of college at Humbldt State University, and everything is going great so far. I miss you love Cammy.
Cameron Welch

10/01/06

12/29/06
Hey Sis, Another year without you, We all miss you and love you very much. Not a day goes by that we are not relating a "Daisy" story to one another. It keeps us going.Yes, we all went shopping, 12-14 of us the day after Thanksgiving. Breakfast @ Richard's in LaMesa(with your favorite Champagne,OJ and whip cream). Lunch at PF Chang's lots of fun, laughs and love. As always your kids are wonderful, they would make you very proud, and your grandchildren would make you even prouder.
Lynne

01/06/07

02/20/07

02/24/07

05/29/07
My Dear Friend & Sister, Three years have come and gone.I can still hear your voice, see your smile and sense your presence. Everyone has "Daisy" stories. Buddy Frank told one at the GM meeting last week and you know us not a day will pass that we don't recall and share our favorite memories. Midge & I know you were with us in Europe. We went to all of the places you would have loved. We all miss you and love you,
lynne

06/19/07
Hi grandma, i finished my first year of college and it was great, i regret to inform you that i will not be attending Humboldt in the fall, but that dosn;t mean that i have finished my college career. I have decided that i want to do Culinary school now and i feel that i will be happy with this choice, I love you grandma and i miss you. -Cammy
Cameron Welch

08/07/07

08/21/07
Happy Birthday.You are loved and missed very much. Love, Lynnely

09/04/07

09/27/07
I MISS YOU VERONICA

09/27/07
i love you grandma and miss you sooooo much

10/25/07
i like this boy but his ex still loves him what should i do?
rosie

11/23/07

12/21/07

01/02/08
Happy New Year.I got to spend a little time with the kids over the holiday. We laughed and joked and missed you. We never get together without a "funny Daisy" story being told. You are loved...Lynne-ly

02/09/08

03/11/08
You are still remembered as if it was just yesterday you left. I love you and miss you.
Your loving goddaughter Amber Lea

03/21/08

05/08/08

05/24/08
a great lady

07/24/08

08/03/08

09/09/08

10/07/08

10/26/08

11/14/08
hey daisy welch is my name
daisy welch