Cody Wayne Welch, 21, beloved son of Tammy (Connor) Welch of Richford and Bret R. Welch of Berkshire, passed away suddenly on Friday, June 1, 2012. In addition to his parents, Cody is survived by his brother, Austin Welch; his grandparents, Robert and Ailene (McBride) Connor of Ogden, Utah and Richard Welch of Owego; several aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends, including his special friends, Kelsey Greco and Nickolas Tabel. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Nancy (Pitcher) Welch. Cody was born in Burley, Idaho on December 26, 1990. In his early years, he lived with his parents in Georgia and later moved to Berkshire. He was student at Newark Valley Central Schools, participated in wrestling, football and baseball, and graduated in 2009. In addition to enjoying sports, he hunted, played guitar and loved to be with his family and friends. Cody could always bring a smile to someone's face. He really enjoyed life! His family will receive friends at the MacPherson Funeral Home in Newark Valley on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. to share stories and memories of Cody. A Celebration of his Life will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday at the MacPherson Funeral Home. Rev. James T. Willard will officiate. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Memories and condolences may also be shared in his guest book at www.macphersonfh.com