Mary Suzann Welch, 80, of Athens, Georgia, passed away on October 28, 2026. Born October 19, 1946, in Huntington, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Walter Belford and Mary Alice Blair Gibbs.
Suzann devoted many years of her life to the work of education, serving as a teacher with steady commitment and quiet professionalism. She later retired from the Clarke County School District, leaving behind a legacy shaped by diligence, care, and the lasting influence that a dedicated educator brings to a community.
Suzann is survived by her son, Lee V. Welch (Abigail) of Knoxville, Tennessee; her sister, Cathryn Harris (John) of Charleston, West Virginia; and her sister-in-law, Janice Pietrzak (Pete) of Texas.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Bernstein Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
