Sherry Welch

Sherry Jean Scholes Welch, of McCaysville, passed away peacefully at her home December 6, 2021, following an extended illness.

Mrs. Welch was born March 13, 1938, to the late Mr. Alvin Lee and Mrs. Marie Plemmons Scholes. Mrs. Welch was a life-long resident of Fannin County. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Barry Scholes.

Survivors include her husband of 61 years Mr. Bobby Eugene Welch, of McCaysville; sons, Jeffrey Welch, of Atlanta, and Zachary (Lori) Welch, of McCaysville; brother Edison (Elva) Scholes, of Franklin, Tennessee, along with numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Welch taught fourth grade mathematics in the Fannin County School system for 34 years, beginning her career at Mobile Elementary before moving to McCaysville Elementary and ending her career at West Fannin Elementary. She was an impactful teacher who loved her students, and, in turn, they loved her.

She made long-lasting friendships with many of her fellow teachers, and the one thing they all had in common was the love and passion for their students and setting them up for success in whatever career endeavor they wanted to pursue. She inspired many of her students to become teachers themselves, which will continue her legacy for generations to come.

Mrs. Welch was passionate about her family, church, friends and the hundreds of students she taught throughout her career, and she was always a catalyst for bringing people together to celebrate special events and holidays. She was an incredible hostess and chef extraordinaire who frequently whipped up feasts fit for royalty.

She loved to travel both domestically and internationally with her family and friends to absorb the experiences the world had to offer. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of McCaysville/Copperhill from childhood to the time of her passing. The love she had for her church and church family was exhibited through the many activities she participated in, including teaching Sunday School for over 60 years, Women on Missions, Youth Training Union, and serving on a pastoral search committee. Her Savior surely welcomed her with the words, “Well done, my good and faithful servant”.

Mrs. Welch’s service was held Thursday, December 9, at First Baptist Church of McCaysville/Copperhill at 2 p.m., with a public viewing at the church from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m.

Interment followed in Crestlawn Cemetery in Copperhill, with Pastor Matthew McDaniels officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to The Fannin County Christian Learning Center or the First Baptist Church of McCaysville/Copperhill to honor and memorialize Mrs. Welch.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Cochran Funeral Home.

To send condolences to the family and sign the guest register visit www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.