Mary Ann Welcher

WELCHER – Mary Ann “Anna”, 76, Meyersdale, it is with deep sorrow that we announce her passing on June 8, 2026. She touched many lives with her stories, cooking, crocheting and kindness. Born December 2, 1949, in Summerhill Township. Preceded in death by parents, Blair E. and Martha Wroxanna “Wroxie” (Bowser) Skelly; sons, Raymond and Charles Skelly; sisters, Martha Bowser and Geraldine Myers; brothers, William, Blair “Pete,” and George.

Survived by loving husband of 39 years, Robert “Mike” Welcher, whom she married October 18, 1986; stepdaughter, Robin Fochtman; daughter-in-law, Sandra Farabaugh, widow of Charles Skelly; brothers, Charles and Glenn; grandchildren, Charles, Nicholas, Lance, Shay, Alexandria, Lorraine, and Anna; great grandchildren, Lily, Ashton, Everett, Raelynn, and John; and numerous cousins, and nieces and nephews.

A graduate of Forest Hills High School, class of 1967. Mary Ann built a successful career as a medical coder. She loved visiting farmers' markets, where she enjoyed browsing fresh produce and local crafts. Known for her beautiful knitting and crochet, she found joy in carefully selecting yarn and patterns and poured her heart into every stitch. Family and friends who received one of her handmade afghans or adorable little animals understood that they were receiving something truly special; a piece of Mary's heart.

She enjoyed cooking and sharing meals with her family, talking and telling stories with friends and relatives. She was a devoted animal lover who opened her heart to many cats and dogs lucky enough to cross her path. The chorus of meows and woofs were always understood by Mary Ann as she gave scratches, belly rubs and treats to all her furry babies..

Family and friends will be received from 9 a.m. until time of service at 10 a.m. Saturday June 13, 2026; at Charles O. Dimond Funeral Home, Inc., 621 Maple Street, South Fork, PA 15956; the Reverend Randy Landman presiding. Interment, Pringle Hill Cemetery.

Mary Ann loved her family and every person she met immediately became family. She will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever held in our hearts.

In lieu of flowers and in honor of her love for animals please consider memorial donations to the Humane Society of Cambria County, 743 Galleria Drive Extension Johnstown, PA 15904; or online at https://www.humanecambria.org/donate/