Owen Bert Weiser

Owen Bert Weiser, 89 years old, passed away at his home on November 13, 2010, surrounded by his loving family. Born May 1, 1921, to Bert and Gartha (Ford) Weiser, Owen was a devoted father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, father in law, son and friend. Although not a member of any organized religion, he lived a life that would be a model for most Christians. He graduated from Macomber High School and worked odd jobs until his enlistment in the Army. During WWII he was assigned to the 105th Station Hospital, proudly serving in Europe and Northern Africa. After the war, he was the catalyst behind the units' annual reunions, held for over 65 years. He was also privileged to travel to the World War II Memorial in Washington DC, courtesy of the Northwest Honor flights, in August of 2009. After the war he went to work at Academy Art & sign for his childhood friend Louis Wilusz as a sign painter and gifted silk-screener, retiring in 1986. Over the years, Owen became well-known for the banners he painted for family and friends. His marriage to Doris Corrigan on July 28, 1951, produced seven children; Jeffrey (Elizabeth) Weiser, Gerald Weiser, Judy (Edward) Wenger, Jill Weiser (Mark Johnson), John (Paula) Weiser, Joseph (Donna) Weiser and Jean (Patrick) Waller, all of whom reside in the surrounding Toledo area, 25 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and his brother, Lee. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris; brothers, Bartlett and Raymond Weiser and sisters, Willow Everingham, Alberta Gunner, Donelda Weiser and LaVon Gardner. The family will receive friends at the Ansberg-West Funeral Home 3000 Sylvania Avenue, on Wednesday, November 17, 2010, from 2-9pm, where a prayer service will be held at 7:30pm. The family will also receive friends on Thursday from 9am until the funeral mass at 10am, in the Historic Church of St. Patrick, 130 Avondale. Interment will be private. The family suggests memorial contributions to Erie West Hospice and Palliative Care. Online condolences may be left at www.ansberg-west.com Please shed no more tears, For my soul is at rest. Just love one another and live life to the best!

Owen Bert Weiser

May 1, 1921 - November 13, 2010