Golf Outing On Monday To Honor Dr. Welch

Bergen County’s only non-profit, “no-kill” shelter is honoring the founder of Franklin Lakes Animal Hospital on May 9. Ramapo Bergen Animal Refuge protects “the abandoned, abused, and unwanted animals…by finding them kind and loving homes,” giving animals “shelter, medical treatment, and, of course, love,” a mission Dr. Cheryl Welch devoted her life to.

Dr. Welch passed away Feb. 23 after a brief battle with cancer. A skilled veterinarian, a dedicated mother, with an adventurous side, employee bio reads: “When I am not at work I enjoy being a mom, skiing, snowboarding, learning to trapeze, horseback riding, yoga, sailing, spinning, and of course, traveling.” 

While skydiving and parasailing might be more appropriate ways to honor this incredibly adventurous woman, a leisurely round of golf will have to do for now (extreme sports to follow).

RBARI, a humane animal shelter in Oakland dedicates this event to Dr. Welch in honor of her unrelenting support, medical professionalism, and dedication to animals over the years.

The outing, at the High Mountain Golf Course, will include breakfast, cart, practice balls, contests, barbecue along the way, luncheon at the end, and, not to mention, great company!  The event normally draws in a great turnout and in the past has been a ball of a time! To register online. If you can’t make the outing, consider adopting, fostering, or donating in honor of Dr. Cheryl Welch.  Event sponsors are also greatly appreciated.