Harold Patten Welborn Sr.

Harold Patten Welborn Sr. December 4, 1934 – January 11, 2025 Harold Patten Welborn Sr., age 90, of Pickens, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on January 11, 2025. Born on December 4, 1934, in Pickens, Harold was predeceased by his beloved wife of 68 years, Una Kelley Welborn. A devoted family man, Harold is survived by his two children, Catherine W. Ayers (Wayne) and Harold Patten (Pat) Welborn Jr. (Patti); four grandchildren, Emily Knowles (Jon), Kevin Welborn (Candace), Kaycee Collins, and Kelley McGaha (Matthew); and seven great-grandchildren, Taylor Knowles, Alexander Knowles, Tanaleigh Smith, Jackson Welborn, Henry Welborn, Sophie Welborn, and Ivy-Claire McGaha. Harold was a lifelong resident of Pickens, where he worked as an entrepreneur and farmer, carving out a legacy of hard work and perseverance. Although disabled from his time with the South Carolina Health Department, his entrepreneurial spirit never wavered. His life was marked by his deep faith, and he took great pride in being a faithful servant of the Lord, finding joy in living out the teachings of Jesus Christ. He was a proud member of Mountain Grove Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon and a Sunday School teacher for many years. Harold was immensely proud of his family, and his love for them was evident in everything he did. His devotion to family, faith, and hard work will remain an inspiration to all who knew him. His kind heart, humility, and steadfast love will be greatly missed. Harold was also predeceased by his parents, Henry Welborn and Buna Patten Welborn, and his brothers, John Welborn, Fred Welborn, and Henry Welborn. In addition to his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren he is survived by his sisters: Sarah Rampey (James), Frances Welborn, Ruth Clark (Larry), and Clova Vaughan (Scooter). Sister-in-laws, Barbara Welborn and Clara Anderson, along with many nieces and nephews. Visitation will take place on Thursday, January 16, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM in the chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home with funeral services following at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow the service at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Pickens. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Gideons International of Pickens, PO Box 1538, Pickens, SC 29671. Mountain View Funeral Home – Pickens Chapel is serving the Welborn family.

Harold Patten Welborn Sr.

December 4, 1934 - January 11, 2025