Joe Welch's obituary , Passed away on May 1, 2026 in Sumter, South Carolina

Joe Welch

December 9, 1940 - May 1, 2026 (85 years old)

Sumter, South Carolina

Joe Welch's obituary , Passed away on May 1, 2026 in Sumter, South Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home

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Joe Welch

December 9, 1940 - May 1, 2026 (85 years old)

Sumter, South Carolina

Joe Welch Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Joe Welch (Sumter, South Carolina), who passed away on May 1, 2026, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joe Welch to pay them a last tribute.

In the vast expanse of eternity, may Joe find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Joe S. Welch and Mamie Collins Welch. He is survived by: his children, Tony E. Welch (Jennie) and Cindy Norwood (Everett); and his grandson Craig T. Berberich.

Visitation was held on Monday, May 4th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Harmony Church (1021 Sterling St, Sumter, SC 29153). A funeral service was held on Monday, May 4th 2026 at 4:00 PM at the same location.

Memorials may be made to the Gideons International, P.O. Box 1795, Sumter, SC 29151 or to Harmony Church, P.O. Box 1878, Sumter, SC 29151.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home



Mon

May 04

Visitation

Harmony Church
1021 Sterling St, Sumter, SC 29153

Mon

May 04

Funeral service

Harmony Church
1021 Sterling St, Sumter, SC 29153

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