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Randall R. Welser
With heavy hearts the family of Randall R. “Randy” Welser announce the passing of our husband, father, and papa on the evening of July 11, 2024 after a long battle with a chronic illness. Randy was born to the late Ronald “Ron” Welser and Doris “Dory” Welser on September 30, 1956, in Ashtabula County, Ohio and moved his family to Powells Point, NC in 1983.
Randy was the beloved husband of Petrea “Ann” Welser. They celebrated 46 years of marriage and dove seasons. He is also survived by “his girls”, his daughters, Keri Paul (Chris), Rachel Welser, and Melanie Todd (Michael); his grandchildren, who were the absolute loves of his life, Mauri (Yong), Olivia (Brendon), Ben, Mazzy, Hayden, Natalie, Ethan, Ryan and Caroline; his sisters, Treena Kukulka (Stan), Diana Baker (Kenny), Kim Welton (Rick); his brother, Mark Welser, and a host of nieces, nephews, loved ones and longtime family friends.
Randy was a master craftsman whose work can be found in many places throughout the Outer Banks community, most specifically throughout the Cotton Gin and Sanctuary Vineyards. Randy was also an avid sportsman who spent any spare time with a fishing pole in his hands or in the woods hunting. His loved ones all have an abundance of fantastic hunting and fishing stories with Randy as the main character. Character is the perfect word to describe Randy. His quick wit and hilarious comments could always be counted on.
A celebration of Randy’s life will be announced at a later date to allow the family an opportunity to plan a party to celebrate with all who loved him.
The family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation to the staff of Dare County Dialysis Center and Lower Currituck EMS for their exceptional care of our beloved husband, father and papa over the past few years. Please share a word of hope with the family at www.gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements.
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Rest in peace Uncle Randy say hey to grandpa and grandma for me ❤️ I love you and I’ll miss you so much
Sorry to hear about Randy's passing. Randy was a good friend even though we weren't able to see each other a lot. He will definitely be missed. Love to all the family. Big Al
Randy made my life at the Cotton Gin so much more fun. He was an amazing human being & will be missed by many. So sorry for your loss.
Ann, Judy and I send prayers to the family. Randy and I worked on a lot of jobs together and we always enjoyed the time on the jobs. He loved his family,. Ann Judy said please call her if you need anything.
Ann, I am so sorry to hear about this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Love ya
My deepest 💔 sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the family. He was a good man. Always had a smile. Rest in Peace Randy.
Dear Ann, Keri, Mel and Rachel, I extend my deepest sympathy to you all, I call you my neighborhood family. Our friendship has longevity. Randy always been there for our family. I love you all, and I'm still across the street when you need to call me. #FRIENDSFOREVER
Ann, it hurt our hearts to hear about Randy. He has been a dear friend. We will miss his visits and spur-of-the-moment 'fishing' trips! We are sending our love during this tough time. Phil and Virginia
Ian so sorry to hear about Randy .He was one of my best friends.Randy and I hunted and fished together for many years.I will miss him terribly!I will be in touch soon.
Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. I never met Randy but heard a lot of great things about him. He will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers for you and the family. Love ya.
Sincere sympathy to you all at this heartbreaking time. May you bring comfort to each other as your share the many precious memories of Randy with each other. Prayers and love for peace ❤️🙏✝️🛐💜🙌
Hey Welser Family you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Ann you were amazing through all of Randy's health issues. An the girls have been there for you. You have not had it easy, but Annie you have hung in there. I Luv You All!!!
Randy was such a sweet person, he always had a smile on his face no matter how bad of a day he was having. He will be missed dearly by many. Lots of love and prayers to the family. Love you Ann❤️❤️
Rest in peace, Randy. I have many a fond memory of you and all the family. My sincere condolences to Ann and “The Girls”.
Randy was a good friend and always ready to help you no matter what the problem was. May he RIP and God be with his family.🙏
The best 2nd dad a girl could ask for when growing up. The Lord gave him a lot of good years and one amazing family. Praying God brings comfort to you hearts.
We are so sorry to hear of Randy’s passing. He was a great guy. We have fond memories of our visit to NC when he took some of our guys fishing and a great time was had by all. Our thoughts are with you. Love from Nancy and Terry
Dear Ann and girls, my family moved to Powells Point, December, 1984. We didn't know anybody in our neighborhood, but we were blessed to meet "THE WELSERS" and the rest is history. You were on our left side of our house, then you moved across the street, to the big house with the awesome front porch, then later you built your forever home across from our home. I could go on and on about our friendship. My mother and I were blessed to have you in our circle. I love you ALL! You are in our thoughts and prayers. Randy was just 5 lanes away, when I heard or seen something not right.
“What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” – Helen Keller
Seems like just yesterday I watched you come into our lives. I remember the day you hobbled on one leg into our living room to propose to my sister. Even that was pure Randy Welser style. The stories you have left us all with will carry us through. Glad your suffering has ended but you will be missed. We will watch over Annie and our beautiful nieces and their families. Rest now brother-in-law you have earned it.
Please know that Moma and I have you in our thoughts and prayers.
It was a pleasure taking care of Mr. Welser in the last couple of years of his life. Though I am sorry that our paths crossed the way they did...I feel honored to have known him. His wit not only helped him deal with many bumps in the road, it also helped those caring for him. Mr. Welser could always get a laugh out of me even on the most difficult days. Though he will be sorely missed...I find relief in knowing he will no longer be in pain, and/or struggling to get through the day. Fish on old man! Love, Your favorite nurse! ;)
Mrs. Ann, I am so sorry to hear this. I pray that y'all feel comfort through this difficult season. He was one of the best people I have had the honor to have met.
Sending prayers for you Ann and family. He’s resting now. If you need anything please let me know. Hugs my friend.
So sorry for your family's 🙏 loss
Randy and I worked together at The Cotton Gin in the 90's. He was a great friend and coworker but firstly he was a devoted husband and family man. He will be sorely missed
Rest in peace Uncle Randy say hey to grandpa and grandma for me ❤️ I love you and I’ll miss you so much
Sorry to hear about Randy’s passing. Randy was a good friend even though we weren’t able to see each other a lot. He will definitely be missed. Love to all the family. Big Al
Randy made my life at the Cotton Gin so much more fun. He was an amazing human being & will be missed by many. So sorry for your loss.
Ann, Judy and I send prayers to the family. Randy and I worked on a lot of jobs together and we always enjoyed the time on the jobs. He loved his family,. Ann Judy said please call her if you need anything.
Ann, I am so sorry to hear about this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Love ya
My deepest 💔 sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the family. He was a good man. Always had a smile. Rest in Peace Randy.
Dear Ann, Keri, Mel and Rachel, I extend my deepest sympathy to you all, I call you my neighborhood family. Our friendship has longevity. Randy always been there for our family. I love you all, and I’m still across the street when you need to call me. #FRIENDSFOREVER
Ann, it hurt our hearts to hear about Randy. He has been a dear friend. We will miss his visits and spur-of-the-moment ‘fishing’ trips! We are sending our love during this tough time. Phil and Virginia
Ian so sorry to hear about Randy .He was one of my best friends.Randy and I hunted and fished together for many years.I will miss him terribly!I will be in touch soon.
Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. I never met Randy but heard a lot of great things about him. He will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers for you and the family. Love ya.
Sincere sympathy to you all at this heartbreaking time. May you bring comfort to each other as your share the many precious memories of Randy with each other. Prayers and love for peace ❤️🙏✝️🛐💜🙌
Hey Welser Family you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Ann you were amazing through all of Randy’s health issues. An the girls have been there for you. You have not had it easy, but Annie you have hung in there. I Luv You All!!!
Randy was such a sweet person, he always had a smile on his face no matter how bad of a day he was having. He will be missed dearly by many. Lots of love and prayers to the family. Love you Ann❤️❤️
Rest in peace, Randy. I have many a fond memory of you and all the family. My sincere condolences to Ann and “The Girls”.
Randy was a good friend and always ready to help you no matter what the problem was. May he RIP and God be with his family.🙏
The best 2nd dad a girl could ask for when growing up. The Lord gave him a lot of good years and one amazing family. Praying God brings comfort to you hearts.
We are so sorry to hear of Randy’s passing.
He was a great guy. We have fond memories of our visit to NC when he took some of our guys fishing and a great time was had by all.
Our thoughts are with you. Love from Nancy and Terry
Dear Ann and girls, my family moved to Powells Point, December, 1984. We didn’t know anybody in our neighborhood, but we were blessed to meet “THE WELSERS” and the rest is history. You were on our left side of our house, then you moved across the street, to the big house with the awesome front porch, then later you built your forever home across from our home. I could go on and on about our friendship. My mother and I were blessed to have you in our circle. I love you ALL! You are in our thoughts and prayers. Randy was just 5 lanes away, when I heard or seen something not right.
“What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” – Helen Keller
Seems like just yesterday I watched you come into our lives. I remember the day you hobbled on one leg into our living room to propose to my sister. Even that was pure Randy Welser style. The stories you have left us all with will carry us through. Glad your suffering has ended but you will be missed. We will watch over Annie and our beautiful nieces and their families. Rest now brother-in-law you have earned it.
Please know that Moma and I have you in our thoughts and prayers.
It was a pleasure taking care of Mr. Welser in the last couple of years of his life. Though I am sorry that our paths crossed the way they did…I feel honored to have known him. His wit not only helped him deal with many bumps in the road, it also helped those caring for him. Mr. Welser could always get a laugh out of me even on the most difficult days. Though he will be sorely missed…I find relief in knowing he will no longer be in pain, and/or struggling to get through the day.
Fish on old man!
Love,
Your favorite nurse! 😉
Mrs. Ann,
I am so sorry to hear this. I pray that y’all feel comfort through this difficult season. He was one of the best people I have had the honor to have met.
Sending prayers for you Ann and family. He’s resting now. If you need anything please let me know. Hugs my friend.
So sorry for your family’s 🙏 loss
Randy and I worked together at The Cotton Gin in the 90’s. He was a great friend and coworker but firstly he was a devoted husband and family man. He will be sorely missed