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Obituary For Jeanette “Shug” Singleton Welch
Funeral service for Jeanette Welch, 87, of Opelika, AL, will be at 12:00 noon, Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Bethel #2 Missionary Baptist Church, 1785 Lee Road 29, Opelika, AL, 36804 with interment in the church cemetery, Reverend Michael Heard, Pastor and Officiating, Bishop Nolan T. Torbert, Eulogist.
Mrs. Welch, who passed away Sunday, November 9, 2025 at the Bethany House in Auburn, Alabama, was born June 12, 1938, in Lee County, Alabama.
Public viewing will be Friday, November 14, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Mrs. Welch will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to the service.
She leaves to cherish her precious memory: two daughters, Dorothy Welch of Cleveland, OH and Geneva Welch of Opelika, AL; nine grandchildren, Shaquita Bussey of Phenix City, AL, Germese Welch, Rodericka Welch both of Beauregard, AL, Precious Dowdell of Montgomery, AL, Lover (Jamel) Griffin, Keshon Welch both of Opelika, AL, James Mitchell of Auburn, AL, James Welch of Cleveland, OH and Limyracle Welch of Woodbridge, VA; twenty-two great-grandchildren; two daughters-in-law, Linda Welch of Salem, AL and Janice Welch of Auburn, AL; three sisters-in-law, Dorothy Welch of Orlando, FL, Janie Welch of Gary, IN and Cassie Singleton of Opelika, AL; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
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Petra Singleton sent Sweet Moments for Jeanette “Shug” Singleton Welch - November 13, 2025
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Our sincere condolences to my neighbor Dorothy and the entire family. May the memories, good times, stories, encouraging words that was shared give you comfort during this difficult time.
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Mycondolences to the Welch family. Praying for your strength. Ms. Jeanette give uncle Jr a hug for me. Heaven has a angel.
Sending my condolences.. I know you will ve cooking in Heaven..
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Our Deepest Condolences to the Singleton Welch Family, May God bring you peace and comfort. Reggie & Priscilla Strickland
To Dorothy my classmate & family my deepest condolences and sympathy May God be your strength continually.
I remember, my Aunt Jeanette and uncle Lover James. They always made us feel welcomed, safe and loved in their home. They often treated us to sweet delights from their family-owned and operated store. Thank you for the memories but more importantly, thank you for being a part of our lives. You made a difference.
Sending condolences and prayers to the WELCH FAMILY! We are so sorry for your loss! Cuz Jeanette will truly be missed! Send prayers and love to the WELCH/Singleton families! ❤️🙏🏽
I would like to send prayers and strength to the family. My deepest sympathy for your loss of your love one.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
