John Welte passed away on August 6th at his home in rural Arvilla. His remains will be interred at Bethel Lutheran Church on Saturday, August 12th at 11:00 a.m. John was born to Keith and Helen Welte of rural Larimore. He was baptized and confirmed at Bethel Lutheran Church and loved the Lord. John graduated from Larimore High School and briefly attended UND. He was a farmer, a talented welder, and an award- winning welding instructor.