Mr. Rodney Lane Welch, age 55, of McCaysville passed away Monday, August 22, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family. Rodney was born on September 29, 1966 in Copper Basin to the late Lenard George Welch, Jr. and Anna Louise Suits Welch. He was a 1985 graduate of Fannin County High School and very much enjoyed the visits with his classmates. When you were asked to describe Rodney, it would be difficult to not mention his love for the outdoors and the mountain man lifestyle. He was an avid fisherman that could be found at Coopers Creek with his fly rod or on the backside of any given mountain with his muzzleloader. He enjoyed the history of days gone by and Western History. He was a regular attender of the Alabama and Kentucky Muzzleloader Show along with the Annual Muzzleloader Shoot in Friendship, IL. When Rodney wasnt out in the woods or at work, you could find him at home watching westerns or something about history. Taking a ride with him would eventually have you sitting in the parking lot of a pawn shop or a flea market. He was an active member New Canaan Baptist Church where he served as a song leader. He was a caring son, a beloved brother, and a friend to many. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by an infant brother, Jeffrey Welch. He is survived by his brother, Eric Welch and his wife Julie; a niece, Tori Welch and her fiance John Richards; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and other family members and friends. Rodneys family will welcome friends on Wednesday evening from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM. His life will be remembered at a service on Thursday, August 25, 2022 at 1:00 PM in the Chapel of Akins-Cobb in Blue Ridge with Rev. Jonathan Milsaps and Rev. William Gravitt officiating. He will be laid to rest at Mobile Baptist Church Cemetery directly following the service with the following gentlemen serving as pallbearers: David Franklin, Ryan Deaver, Drew Deaver, Keith Huffman, Robbie Mathis, and David Goss. Honorary pallbearers will be: Jackie Huffman, Hoyt Payne, Steve Huffman, and Reid Mathis. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.akinsfuneralhome.com. Akins-Cobb Funerals & Cremations of Blue Ridge | 706-632-2267 There are no gallery images. Visitation Wednesday, August 24, 2022 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Akins-Cobb Funerals & Cremations - Blue Ridge 7871 Blue Ridge DriveBlue Ridge, Georgia 30513 Directions Funeral Service Thursday, August 25, 2022 1:00 PM Akins-Cobb Funerals & Cremations - Blue Ridge 7871 Blue Ridge DriveBlue Ridge, Georgia 30513 Directions