Christopher Ray Welch

Chris certainly meets the definition of “true friend“. We have been business associates and friends for over 20 years, and I have always had the upmost respect for him in both relationships. From a loyal customer to an even more loyal friend, I could always count on Chris. He had one of the biggest hearts of anybody I’ve ever known. He always had that calm, cool demeanor about him, regardless the situation. One of the things that impressed me most about him, however, is when he found out he...

Chris Welch was one of the best friends that I had in my 27 years of living in North Carolina. He was a loyal companion in all of our endeavors. I am missing him greatly, Rest in Peace Brother.

My dad was an amazing person and beloved by all. I will miss him for the rest of my life. All the memories that I have with him will be cherished. I love you dad and I will miss you.

Chris left a stamp on many hearts, and glad one was mine. Many good times and many laughs!! Chris was always there to lend a hand or an ear....Glad I got to spend this past July 4th with him....Chris was a friend that will surely missed♥

Damn, we're going to miss you... we always found something to laugh about no matter the situation. You were an amazing friend and a great partner to Marianne.

Thank you, my friend, for all those times we sat out on your deck, looking over the water, talking about life and spinning up business ideas. Those conversations always had a way of blending laughter, honesty, and big thinking, things I’ll always carry with me.

You had a gift for making people feel welcome, for turning a simple spot on the deck into a place where everyone belonged. I deeply appreciate everything you did and the way you always opened up space for others.