A memorial service to honor a Ravenscroft School teacher has been postponed for the second time due to the threat of incoming winter weather.
The service to honor Zoe Welsh was initially rescheduled for Sunday, Feb. 1, but school officials said it has been pushed back to Sunday, March 29, to “ensure safety of Zoe’s family and friends, our families, employees, and alumni traveling from near and far.”
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“We appreciate your continued patience and resilience as we navigate these unavoidable challenges. Our priority remains a safe and meaningful gathering for all who loved Zoe,” officials said.
WRAL meteorologists are forecasting three to six inches of snow to fall across our area over the weekend. The snow is scheduled to start late Friday night. The heaviest snow is expected to arrive Saturday afternoon into Saturday night.
Welsh was killed earlier in January at her home on Clay Street. According to a 911 call, Welsh told dispatchers a man, who was later identified as Ryan Camacho, broke through her window. He was charged with her murder.
The rescheduled service will be held at Jones Theatre at 3 p.m. Officials said doors will open at 2:15 p.m.
Attendees are encouraged to wear “bright sunshine colors” to celebrate Welsh. Officials said this event remains private for Zoe’s family and the Ravenscroft community.
It will be closed to the media and the general public.