Gerald D. Welch

Gerald D. Welch

Gerald Welch Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 19, 2011.
Gerald D. Welch BRISTOL, Tenn. Gerald D. Welch, age 62, passed away on Aug. 17, 2011. He was born in Bristol, a son to the late Dan and Nancy Mermon Welch. Gerald was the owner and operator of Bristol Sullivan County Septic Tank Services. Survivors include wife, Darlene Shipley Welch; children, Marilyn Welch, Whitney Welch Stidham and husband, Greg, and Chris Enscore; sisters, Shelly Welch and Marie Welch; special friends, Mark Smith, Andrew Bennett, Tony Maness, Jamie Smith, and Justin Shipley. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, Aug. 21, 2011, at 2:30 pm in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Howard Ketron officiating. Interment will follow at Shelby Hills Cemetery. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 12:30-2:15 prior to the service. Online condolences may be registered at www.Weaverfuneralhome.net. Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

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September 12, 2011

DeeDee Moore posted to the memorial.

August 25, 2011

Faye Welch Martin posted to the memorial.

August 22, 2011

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DeeDee Moore

September 12, 2011

Darlene

I just found out yesterday about the loss of Gerald. I am so very sorry. I always enjoyed talking to Gerald. He was such a nice person and he will be missed by many.

Faye Welch Martin

August 25, 2011

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

August 22, 2011

Shelly & Marie,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. If there is anything I can do please don't hesitate to let me know. You may reach me at [email protected]

May God Bless you all in your time of need,

Kaye Rea
Princeton, WV

R. Aaron Carter

August 21, 2011

Rest in peace.We went to trade school together.

BILLY & CAROLYN MCMURRAY

August 20, 2011

SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE DEATH OF MR WELCH. WE WILL KEEP HIS FAMILY IN OUR PRAYERS. MAY YOUR MEMORIES FIND YOU COMFORT DURING THIS TIME.

Dave Welch

August 20, 2011

Darlene,
I just heard of Gerald's sudden death and am saddened by it. I realize that all the words in the world cannot fill this void in your life, but I will pray that the Holy Spirit will comfort you and your family in the days ahead.

Gary Stidham

August 20, 2011

Very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Gary & Vickie Stidham

Pastor Gary Garland

August 20, 2011

I have known Gerald Welch my entire life. He was a fine man and is in a better place today. May God bless the family

August 20, 2011

I was so sorry to hear of Gerald's passing. He did many jobs for me and was really a man of his word which is rare today. He will truly be missed. Andy Still (Bluff City)

Malinda Thomas

August 20, 2011

Gerald was such a nice man. I always enjoyed seeing him when he would come out to the house. Me and dad will surely miss him.

velissa enscore

August 19, 2011

gerald was the best husband father and father in law in the world are famile will never be the same

August 19, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your loss..Gerald will be missed by many..Angie Hayes (Bristol, Tenn)

Jessie Ross

August 19, 2011

My prayers and thoughts are with the family. Gerald was an awesome example for us to follow. His guidance and help will surely be missed. May God's peace be with you.

Mary Johnston

August 19, 2011

I will miss Gerald so much. He was honest, kind, and hard-working. He always took the time to help me anytime I called. I will never forget him.

H.Max&Sherry Jackson

August 19, 2011

Gerald was alway willing to help out.He was there when needed at work or church.
I will keep the family in prayer,if anything else I can do,please contact me.

Jessica Thomas

August 19, 2011

Gerald was a kind and generous man. He will be missed by alot of people. He had alot of friends. I am so sorry for the families loss. Jessica Thomas ( Bristol Va.)

August 19, 2011

I'm very saddened to hear of Gerald's sudden passing. He romped the neighborhood with my children in this childhood...and I've watched him grow into a fine businessman. Our neighborhood will not be the same without Gerald.

Jessica Thomas

August 19, 2011

Gerald was a kind and generous person, he will be missed by many people. I'm so sorry for the families loss. Jessica Thomas (Bristol Va.)

August 19, 2011

The world will miss Gerald. He was always willing to help other people! CB

Doug Reedy

August 19, 2011

Darlene, I am sorry to hear about Gerald. He has been a good friend for a long time, not only to me, but to all who know him, and he will be greatly missed. We will keep you in our prayers. God Bless
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