Funeral services for Paula Welch, 54, of Sherman, will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 21st, at Grayson Bible Baptist Church. Rev. Roy Webster will officiate. Interment will follow at Luella Cemetery. The Lord called Paula home on Monday, February 17th, at Texas Health Presbyterian/WNJ after a brief illness. Paula's family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, February 20th, at Dannel Funeral Home. Paula was born January 25, 1960, in Sherman, the daughter of Billy Franklin and Mary Shehane-Inman. She graduated from Killeen High School in 1978. She later went on to receive an Associates Degree in childhood education/development. She was a caring wife, mom and grandma. She loved her family, and her grandbabies were her pride and joy! She enjoyed taking care of her family and always planned special things to do with the grandkids. She worshipped the Lord, loved reading her Bible, always had Andy Griffith playing on the television, and a glass of iced tea near at hand. On February 26, 1983, she married Charles C. Welch of Sherman. They were inseparable and had many years of wonderful marriage. She loved taking care of her ‘Welchee’. He could not have asked for a more perfect wife. She was, indeed, his gift from God. Paula moved to Sherman in 1981 and worked for Playmates Daycare for nine years. Her proudest career accomplishment was opening Paula’s Little Friends daycare facility, which she ran successfully for several years, until choosing the life of a full-time Grandma. She was a member and faithful servant at Grayson Bible Baptist Church. She often said her church family was where you could find her true friends. Her favorite scripture verse was Philippians 4:8. Paula is survived by her husband Charles; her daughters: Charity Jasper of Sherman, Carissa Welch of Sherman, and Charish Doty and husband Zack of Bells; grandchildren: C.J. Jasper, Casey Jasper, Chrislynn Holt, Harley Holt, Sterling Holt, Charleigh Doty and Nathaniel Doty; and brother Bobby Gene Franklin of Denison. Pallbearers will be Stanley Welch, Albert Welch, Robert Welch, Charlie Bridges, David Staggs, and David Duke. If desired, the family appreciates memorial donations to the Care & Share Ministries of Grayson Bible Baptist Church, 4400 E. Hwy 82 in Sherman, TX 75092.
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02/22/2014
Kathy Morris
Charles My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. God bless you. ~ Kathy Morris, Luella, Texas
02/21/2014
Robert, Tracey, Heather & Kalea Thompson
Paula was such a sweet and wonderful person. She always had a smile on her face. You could tell how much love she had for people just by being around her. Sorry that we can't be with you today, but just know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. ~ Robert, Tracey, Heather & Kalea Thompson, Sherman, Texas
02/21/2014
Connie Gullett
Charlie, Carissa and Charish, Tom and I were deeply saddened to learn of Paula's passing. Paula had such a heart for children and we knew that Jesse and Aimee were loved and cared for as if they were her own. I pray that God's peace with surround you and carry you through this difficult time. ~ Connie Gullett, Sherman, Texas
02/20/2014
April Lymer
Charles, Carissa & Cherish, My heart aches for your sorrow and at the same time delights at the thought of Paula communing with our Lord and Savior. May each of you feel the peace that passes all understanding provided by Him. I Corinthians 55:15-17 O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. ~ April Lymer, Sherman, Texas
02/20/2014
Tammy Somers
Words can not express how sorry I am for your loss. Although I didn't get the pleasure to meet her I know she was a wonderful mom through Carissa. I love you girl. I'll be praying for your family. ~ Tammy Somers, Powderly, Texas
02/20/2014
Carin Purdom
I'm sorry charity and kids. Love y'all ~ Carin Purdom, Sherman, Texas
02/20/2014
Terry Jenkins
My memories of Paula and the Welch family have been flooding over me - will miss her sweetness so much. Her love of the Lord was always such a blessing and I know she is now rejoicing in His presence. My love and prayers are with you always. ~ Terry Jenkins, Sherman, Texas
02/20/2014
Kevin & Karen West
02/20/2014
pam and stan brown
Paula was always an encouragement to me..she will be missed..what a testimony she had... ~ pam and stan brown, flint, Michigan
02/20/2014
Margie Owens
sorry for your loss. so many memories of days gone by. We loose touch over the years. My the Lord comfort you ar this trying time. Love Margie Owens ~ Margie Owens, Sherman, Texas
02/20/2014
Nikki Walser
So Sorry Carissa, thoughts and prayers to your family. ~ Nikki Walser
02/20/2014
Elizabeth jackson
charity, my heart goes out to you in your time of need.just remember that your mom is no longer sick,shes in a much better place and will always watch over you til you see her again. your friend Elizabeth Jackson and husband Mark ~ Elizabeth jackson, Sherman, Texas
02/20/2014
Sharon Webster
Although i didn't know Paula as a friend I did know her daughter Carissa which means that I know the legacy she left and can believe every word that is written because those qualities live on through her daughter. What a testimony to our LORD!! Carissa I cannot be in Sherman tomorrow, but my heart and prayers are with you and your family! ~ Sharon Webster, Bridgeport, Texas
02/19/2014
marie WESTCOTT
So very sorry for the loss of Paula..she was a dear friend and such a lovely person..loved by many and will be missed by many. Prayers for all the family during this time of need. ~ marie WESTCOTT, HOWE, Texas
02/19/2014
carmen pinckney-slayton
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Heaven gained a great Christian lady. ~ carmen pinckney-slayton, whitesboro, Texas
02/19/2014
Racheal Sedmack
Paula, you were an amazing, loving, caring and giving person. Thank you for being there for me when I needed you. You will be missed so much by so many. Your love for your family was one of the things I loved most about you. God got a beautiful angel when he got you!! ~ Racheal Sedmack, Howe, Texas
02/19/2014
lisa snipes
I always use to look forward to all of you coming up to Lancaster during the summers growing up. one thing always remained no matter what...that beautiful smile that could light the way in the darkest of days. you will be missed dearly!I was so glad we were able to reconnect and keep up with each other. ~ lisa snipes, lancaster, South Carolina
02/19/2014
Kelli Glaze (Stone)
Charlie, Carissa & Charish, My heart goes out to you. We are praying for all of you. We will miss Paula. We have lots of fond memories with her and all the family. Paula was truly a lady and loved her family and her church family. I know that my Dad is visiting with her right now and Christopher and Brother, there all walking the streets of Gold. One day we will see them again. If there is anything we can do for y'all just let us know. We love you!!!! I know that Paula's best gift to her was Carissa & Charish. And I know that she is proud of both of them and what beautiful ladies they have become. We will miss you Paula! ~ Kelli Glaze (Stone), Texas
02/19/2014
John and Linda Sneed
~ John and Linda Sneed, Sherman, Texas
02/19/2014
Charity Jasper
I miss you so much and love you with all my heart. I can't believe that you are gone. I know you are in heaven and I am so glad that you are not suffering, but I miss you! My heart is broken because your gone, I know my daddy's heart is crushed. We love and miss you so much. Charity ~ Charity Jasper, Sherman, Texas
02/19/2014
Sharon Bateman
Paula always had a smile for everyone and such a sweet spirit, she was a wonderful lady and will be greatly missed. ~ Sharon Bateman, Sherman, Texas
02/19/2014
May Aunt Paula's soul and the souls of all the departed rest, In Christ Jesus ahmen.
02/18/2014
Charish (baby girl)
Ma, My life will never be the same without you. I always needed your help with my babies and you were always there. I have no idea how I will get anything done now. We had a special relationship that sometimes I had to take of you and sometimes you needed to take care of me. I love you Mom! and I still need you! ~ Charish (baby girl)
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