Patricia Marie Ross Welch, 54, of Hickory passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024 at Catawba Valley Medical Center, following a period of declining health.
Patricia was born September 27, 1969 in Burke County to the late Pat Ross and Frances Robinson Ross. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church Hildebran and worked in the cafeteria at North Carolina School of Science and Math – Morganton. Patricia enjoyed working with the kids and will be remembered as a very sweet, kind, and loving person.
She is survived by her husband of thirty one years, Chris Welch; daughter, Julie Welch; son, Aaron Welch; sisters, Jennifer Ross (Steven Shook), and Connie Bess and husband Randy; and stepmother, Nancy Ross.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, January 26, 2024 at 3:00 PM at First Baptist Church Hildebran with Dr. Cory Smith and Rev. Ron Arndt officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends on Friday prior to the service, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the church.
Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Hildebran at PO Box 220 Hildebran, NC 28637.
Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory in Valdese is assisting the family.
I’ve known you my whole life and never once did you ever sway from the God loving, good hearted, beautiful soul that you were. You were and always will be “one of the good ones”. Fly high my friend….until we meet again.
I’ve known Trish ever since Icard elementary and continued our friendship at FBH. She was a special prayer warrior and I could always count on her. I am blessed to have known her and will see her again where there is no more tears or pain.
I have known Trish since Icard elementary and have become closer while at FBH. She was a special prayer warrior and I could always count on her. I am blessed to have known her and will see her again where there is no more tears or pain.
Our heart goes out to the family and friends. Trish will be missed here on earth. God has gained another angel. Love to the family and our prayers are with you for the healing process.
Trisha you will be so missed by so many family and friends
My heart is broken for your family, but I know you are rejoicing with the ONE that loved you so much. You were the sweetest person and I am thankful our paths crossed when Julie was in our kindergarten class. Prayers for Chris, Julie, Aaron and the entire family!
Prayers for Chris and the family during this difficult time. I pray that God will give y’all His peace and comfort. If there was one wish that Tricia would have is that all her family and friends would become followers of Jesus. Tricia had a loving and compassionate heart for people and even in her sickness she thought of others. What I do know is where Tricia is today…..she’s not really gone, she just beat us home.
Trish became a family member since she and Chris married. I loved her very much and enjoyed our talks.
I am so incredibly sorry. Praying for family. I had just recently meet Tricia. She was just precious. Had a servants heart and loved the Lord with all she had.
I pray that Lord will bring comfort to your family during this difficult time.
Prayers for your family. You always had a kind word for everyone all through school. Heaven gained an angel… A Hui Hou,my friend.
I am so sorry for your loss. I still think of Tricia as the kind, hardworking 6th grader I taught at Icard. I pray God gives you strength and comfort to get through the next days.
Trisha was truly a CHILD OF GOD. FBC people will have vacant place in our hearts but I can see the smile on her face as she serves our Lord. Trisha you will be missed so very much.
Our thoughts and prayers out with Trisha’s family. She will be greatly missed. She was always so sweet, kind and caring. With deepest sympathy,
Brenda and Dwight Lail
Dear Trisha, I was saddened to see your obituary tonight! I’m a better person having known you, your mom and dad. God welcomed you with open arms, I’m sure of that. I’m going to miss you, but, I’ll be seeing you soon! Save me a seat!
Nancy, So sorry for your family’s loss. Brenda and Roy Bailey
My heart broke when I saw your obituary! This is NOT supposed to be happening! I love you very much and God bless you and I know that Angel’s carried you home! You’re free of pain sweet lady…PERIOD! I know that you’re having a great time with your dad right now! Look for me, as I’ll be looking for you!! Love you bunches, Judy Cannon
God gained a beautiful angel. You will truly be missed. Prayers for you and your family ❤️🙏❤️.
Such a pleasure to have worked with you Trish. Your NCSSM cafeteria team will miss you dearly.
I’m sorry for your loss she was a SWEET LADY AND she’ll be missed dearly.
We are truly sorry to have missed this obituary for Trisha Welch. Our regards to the family and friends. May God continue to walk with you now and in the future. Blessings.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Patricia was a very sweet, loving , caring person. She was a Bridesmaid in my Wedding. Prayers for the Family in the coming days, weeks and months.
Love Lisa Crouse