Barbara Ann Welch Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Barbara Ann Welch (Joplin, Missouri), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on February 2, 2026 at the age of 76. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Carmel Copley and Anneliese Copley (Hanowski). She is survived by: her husband Cecil Welch; her children, Christine Mettlach of Sarcoxie, MO. and Brian Lindsay of Granby, MO.; her siblings, Patricia Copley of Joplin and Michael Copley (Candi) of Granby; her grandchildren, Christopher Mettlach (Abby), Joshua Mettlach (Bianca), Tucker Mettlach, Clara Smith (Bradden), Anneliese Lindsay and Marshall Lindsay; and her great grandchildren, Josephine and Eva Mettlach.
