Elizabeth Welch (affectionately known as Cookie), 82, of Woodstock, Georgia,

passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. She was born on

December 14, 1943 in Camden, New Jersey.

Elizabeth met the love of her life, Leroy Welch, Sr. in Camden, NJ and they were

Married in 1963. Together they raised three children and built a life anchored in family,

faith, and humor. She was a faithful member of Antioch Baptist Church under the

leadership of Pastor John O Parker Jr. and served as a greeter. Elizabeth was active

with the Kroc Center Ministry, Parkside Business & Community in Partnership (PBCIP)

and the Camden City Senior Office on Aging. After decades in Camden, Elizabeth

relocated to Georgia in 2022 to be closer to family.

A dedicated and skilled manufacturing specialist, Elizabeth worked for The

Philadelphia Handle Company before retiring. She carried the same steady spirit

into every part of her life—showing up, working hard, and loving the people around

her without hesitation.

She is survived by her children, Violet “Candi” Baker of Woodstock, GA, Leroy

Welch Jr of Kennesaw, GA and Andrew (Tannish) Welch of Woodstock, GA; her

brother, James Green of Columbus, OH; grandchildren Brandon Welch, Tiana

Welch, Tamara Kinard, Tariah Welch, David Welch and Taya Welch; and great-

grandson—Brandon Welch Jr; sister in laws Lillian Bryant of Decatur, GA; Bernice

Paul of Locust Grove, GA; Pat Baker of Camden, NJ and Virginia Green of Columbus,

OH; brother in-law, Frank Welch of Eatonton, GA.

She is preceded in death by her sister, Joyce Wise of Camden, NJ; brothers John

King of Fayetteville, NC; Anthony Baker, Willie Baker, and Robert Baker of Camden,

NJ. She also leaves behind a wide circle of nieces, nephews, extended relatives,

and friends who cherished her deeply.

She gave us life. Her smile made us smile. Her silliness rubbed off on all and she

was famous for throwing shade.

Mom Mom had a village surrounding her—family, friends, and even strangers

couldn’t help but to notice her beauty both inside and out.

In Appreciation

The family of Elizabeth Welch extends heartfelt thanks for the kindness shown

during this time of loss. We are especially grateful to Steve & Tracey Pollard, Antioch

Baptist Church(Camden, NJ), Hickory Log Baptist Church (Canton, GA), and her

friends at Hearthside Smyrna and Hearthside Towne Lake for loving and supporting us

and to everyone who checked on her and the family. May God richly bless you.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Staff of Darby Funeral Home and Crematory

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