Charles R. Welding's Obituary
Charles R. “Chuck” Welding, age 83, of Baldwin Boro, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on Saturday, November 2, 2024. Chuck was born in Pittsburgh on March 3, 1941, the son of the late Joseph and Dorothy (Stein) Welding.
Chuck proudly served our country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He went on to enjoy a long career of 45 years in the automotive industry as a mechanic. He was an avid bowler and enjoyed playing in the horseshoe league. He was a fan of all Pittsburgh sports especially the Pirates and the Steelers, never missing an opportunity to cheer on a game.
Chuck found great joy traveling to Y-Knot Camp in West Hickory with family and friends where he enjoyed the outdoors through fishing and hunting. He met every definition of a family man, cherishing the moments spent and memories made alongside his wife with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Chuck is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Anna Mae Welding; his loving children, William (Robin) Welding, Tracy (George) Karnos, and Charlene (Joseph) Burke; his cherished grandchildren, Jeffrey (Kelly) Welding, Charles (Amber) Welding, Julia (Josh) Kramer, Alexis and Amy Karnos, and Adam and Ava Harris; and 8 great grandchildren, whom he adored. Chucky also leaves his sister, Norma Jean (the late, Anthony) Nolla; his brother, James (Laverne) Welding; and many nieces and nephews. He was the proud dad of his beloved furry companion, Nola.
In addition to his parents, Chuck was preceded in death by his brother, Joseph (the late, Dolores) Welding.
Relatives and friends are invited to join with the family for visitation from 2:00 – 4:00 pm and 6:00 – 8:00 pm on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, and Wednesday November 6, 2024, at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. A blessing service will be held in the chapel at the funeral home on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 12:00 pm. Burial with military honors will follow at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in honor of Chuck may be made to the Baldwin Boro fire department, police department or EMS.
To leave online condolences please visit www.jeffersonmemorial.com
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