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John Welker Obituary
April 19, 1961 - April 3, 2025
John "Jay" Eugene Welker Jr, 63, passed away at his home in Liberty. Jay was born on April 19, 1961 to John and Betty Welker. He graduated from Southeast Guilford High School and was a skilled carpenter for many years. Jay is survived by his parents; his siblings Tilly Welker, Jeff Welker, and Tony Welker; his children Danielle McCuiston, Jake Davis, and John Welker III; and his grandchildren Addi, Boone, and Wyatt McCuiston. A memorial service will be held at Mt Hope Baptist Church on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 2 p.m.
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CheriCollins Spencer
April 10, 2025
John and Betty so sorry to see of Jay passing. My memories of Jay are full of life . May God bring you peace and comfort in the coming days .. Love Cheri
Candy Wolfe Cummings
April 10, 2025
Prayers lifted to the Walker family. John and Betty my Condolences.
Aunt Mary Cox
April 9, 2025
Love you and you will be missed. You had a big heart. GONE TO SOON
Carolyn Hayden Davis Welker
April 8, 2025
To the Welker family: So sorry to learn of Jay's passing. My brother, Tommy Hayden, I believe went to school with him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. May God give you each comfort in the days ahead.
Judy Caudle
April 8, 2025
To All of My Cousin Jays Children and Grandchildren and Aunt Betty and Uncle John Tilly and Jeff and Tony. Know Hearts are Broken by Jays Sudden Death. (There´s Coming A Day When We Will See Our Love Ones in Heaven That´s Been Saved and Gone on Before Us ) You All Have Been In Mine and Phil´s Prayers and Still Are. May God Give Grace Thru this Time. I Love You All and Phil Does Too.
Brittany Durham
April 8, 2025
Im a member at Mount Hope Baptist. I haven't been in a while, I just want to say He was such a kind Christian man and will be missed by many. Love always Brittany Durham
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