Kathy Welker

Kathy Rae Welker, beloved mother, friend, and resilient spirit, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at her home in Belding. Known affectionately as "Kat" to her loved ones, Kathy was born on May 29, 1957, in Oklahoma, the proud daughter of the late Raymond Warren and Katherine Stauffer. Kathy's life was a testament to the power of compassion, love, and an inspiring spirit that refused to be broken. She was a homemaker by trade, but her true occupation was nurturing the hearts of those who knew her. She made her home a sanctuary for family, friends, and her cherished cats, creating an environment filled with warmth and love. In the face of adversity, Kathy's resilient spirit shone brightest. She weathered the storms of life and illness with unwavering courage, her stubbornness legendary. Kathy refused to let life's hardships defeat her but instead, as Maya Angelou once said, "I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it." Her life was a testament to this sentiment. Kathy's love and compassion extended beyond her family and friends, touching the lives of everyone she met. Her daughter, Marla Welker, and her friend, Charles Cory, survive her, carrying forward her spirit of love and resilience. As we remember Kathy, we are reminded of her strength, her joy, and her unwavering love for those who were part of her journey. We invite those who knew Kathy to celebrate her life by sharing their memories and photographs on her memorial page at www.MichiganCremation.com Her story is not just in the life she led but also in the lives she touched. Please join us in honoring Kathy Welker, whose love and resilience will continue to inspire us all. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Christiansen’s Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Greenville, Michigan, 616-754-5638. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Kathy Welker, please visit our flower store.