Thomas "Tommy" Lee Welch, 51, resident of 2658 Tryon Courthouse Rd, Bessemer City, died Saturday, April 18, 2015 at Caromont Health. Born in Cleveland County, he was the son of the late Johnny Welch and was also preceded in death by a brother, Allen Welch. He was employed by Firestone Fibers in Kings Mountain for 19 years. He was an active member of New Camp Creek Baptist Church and he enjoyed riding his Harley and spending time with his family and friends.

SURVIVORS: Wife: Melissa Dingess Welch, Bessemer City, NC; Son: Matthew Milum, Kings Mountain, NC; Mother: Joyce McNeely Welch, Gastonia, NC

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Thursday, April 23, 2015 2:00 PM, Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel, officiated by Rev. Richard Stroup

VISITATION: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM prior to the service

INTERMENT: New Camp Creek Baptist Church Cemetery

MEMORIALS: New Camp Creek Baptist Church Building Fund

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