Chris Welcher
October 10, 1961 - May 7, 2014
Christopher Lynn Welcher of Katie, Oklahoma was born to Lynn Roy and Bonnie Marie (Moore) Welcher on October 10, 1961 in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma and passed from this life on May 7, 2014 at his home at the age of 52 years. Chris attended Katie School until it closed in 1968. He later attended Elmore City Schools where he was active in band, FFA, and all kinds of sports. He graduated from Elmore City High School in 1979. Chris then attended Murray State in Tishomingo for two years. Chris loved to fish, hunt, watching sports, playing dominoes with friends, hunting mushrooms, and going to the casino. Making people laugh, playing pranks, and having fun were daily gifts from Chris. Chris delighted in tormenting his sister in their younger days. Chris recognized the importance of thanking God for every day. He will be remembered for his wit and living every day to its fullest. We will also remember him for a person that did not dwell on his illness but enjoyed life even under difficult circumstances. Chris is survived by: His parents: Lynn and Bonnie Welcher of Katie, Oklahoma Chris never had any children of his own but had three special little boys, Raydon, Evan and Haydon that called him Paw Paw. He also had a special boy named Jeremy that he thought of as his son. A host of aunts, uncles, cousins, family, and friends. Chris was preceded in death by: Sister: Regina Harrel in 1990 Funeral services are scheduled for Monday, May 12, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. in the Elmore City First Baptist Church with Joe Terrell officiating. Interment will be in the Katie Cemetery under the direction of Wooster Funeral Home. You may send a condolence to the family at www.woosterfuneralhomes.com.
Christopher Lynn Welcher of Katie, Oklahoma was born to Lynn Roy and Bonnie Marie (Moore) Welcher on October 10, 1961 in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma and passed from this life on May 7, 2014 at his home at the age of 52 years. Chris attended Katie... View Obituary & Service Information