FRANKLIN - Ben Lamar “Oz” Welch, 59, of Franklin, passed away on Monday, Oct. 4, 2021.
Ben was born in Macon County to the late Claude and Christine Huggins Welch. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Gary Welch.
He was a talented wood craftsman, specializing in cabinetry. He enjoyed cooking, storytelling and never met a stranger. Ben loved spending time with family.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Debbie Fouts Welch; children, Justin Welch (Maggie), Zachery Welch (Beisha), Courtney Turner (Chris), Shannon Welch; siblings, Dale Welch (Tava) and Claudine McCraken; grandchildren, Lexi, Seth, Lilli, Charlie, Marie, Jasmine, Wyatt, and Zander; and several nieces and nephews.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
Online condolences can be made at www.maconfuneralhome.com. Macon Funeral Home will be handling the arrangements.