Obituaries

Charles My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. God bless you. ~ Kathy Morris, Luella, Texas

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

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

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

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

I'm sorry charity and kids. Love y'all ~ Carin Purdom, Sherman, Texas

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

Kevin & Karen West

Paula was always an encouragement to me..she will be missed..what a testimony she had... ~ pam and stan brown, flint, Michigan

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

So Sorry Carissa, thoughts and prayers to your family. ~ Nikki Walser

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

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

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

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Heaven gained a great Christian lady. ~ carmen pinckney-slayton, whitesboro, Texas

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

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

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

~ John and Linda Sneed, Sherman, Texas

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

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

May Aunt Paula's soul and the souls of all the departed rest, In Christ Jesus ahmen.

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)