Frank D. Welch

Mr. Welch loved God, his family, his church family and many friends and co-workers. He attended the University of Alabama and was an avid fan of his beloved Crimson Tide. Mr. Welch had a successful career in sales in both the printing industry and drug testing service industry. He was an accomplished musician, entertaining many on the keyboard and was an avid world traveler. He played basketball in school, with his church league and Woodstock City League for many years. Mr. Welch was an extremely kind hearted, generous man who never knew a stranger and served so many in their time of need. His infectious humor would light up a room and his knack for conversation would encourage and lift spirits.

A private graveside service will be held in Bessemer, Alabama at a later date. Mr. Welch is preceded in death by parents, Mr. James L. Welch and Mrs. Lou O. Welch of Bessemer, Alabama; and nephew, Eric Richmond of Mena, Arkansas. Mr. Welch is survived by his devoted wife of 30 years, Mrs. Colleen G. Welch of Woodstock, Georgia; siblings, Mr. J. Russell Welch (Rhonda) of Johns Creek, Georgia and Mrs. Terri W. Richmond (Truman) of Mena, Arkansas; nieces, Jennifer Rueter, Kristy and Cynthia Richmond; and great nieces, Morgan and Reagan Richmond.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions in Mr. Welch's memory be made to:

Georgia Chapter Alzheimer's Association

41 Perimeter Center East, Ste 550

Atlanta, Georgia 30326

The family would like to express heartfelt gratitude to the many caregivers who lovingly cared for their beloved Frank, with a special thank you to the staff and owner, Cindy Moffitt, RN, of Milton Senior Care of Alpharetta, Georgia.