Robert “Bob” Welsh Sr, 89 of Granville County passed away peacefully at his home on October 24, 2026. Bob lived in the Creedmoor area, where he worked at Northern Telecom. After his retirement, he and his family lived in the Berea area.

Bob is survived by his wife of 71 years, Virginia (Genny). Also, surviving is one son, Bob Jr.(Katie); three grandchildren, seven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Charles (Chuck) Welsh.

Funeral service will be conducted on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Sossamon Funeral Home at 2 pm. Visitation will be held one hour before the service.

Arrangements are by Sossamon Funeral Home of Oxford. Online condolences may be made at www.sossamonfunrealhome.com.