Shelby Jean Welch Obituary
The memory of Shelby Jean Welch of Roanoke, Virginia, who passed away on May 10, 2026 at the age of 88, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Shelby Jean Welch to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her mother Ruby Hawkins; her stepfather Jess Hawkins; and her sister Joann Lawhorn. She is survived by: her husband Henry Welch; her children, Ginger Erickson (Warren), Henry L. Welch, Jr. (Vicky), Danny Welch, Sr. (Debbie) and Larry Welch (Vickie); her grandchildren, Jennifer Dalton (Brad), Danny Welch, Jr. (Heather), Brandy DeCourcey, James Welch (Julie), Justin Welch (Ally), David Welch (Jessica), Kimberly Hart (Sean), Billy Welch, Matthew Welch and Lisa Moyer; her pet Walter; and her caregivers, Barbara, Kathy, Kim and Jean. She is also survived by numerous great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Thursday, May 14th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Simpson Funeral Home Peters Creek Chapel (5160 Peters Creek Rd, Roanoke, VA 24019). A funeral service was held on Friday, May 15th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
