Robert Andrew Weaver Obituary (1952 - 2019)

Robert Andrew "Bob" Weaver 66, of Decatur, IL passed away at 7:24 a.m., Friday, April 19, 2019, in his residence. The family will gather to receive friends on Tuesday, April 23, 2019, beginning at 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the Long Creek United Methodist Church. A memorial service to honor Bob's life will be held at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at the church. Memorials may be made to Long Creek United Methodist Church or the Kenney United Methodist Church. Dawson & Wikoff Funeral Home, Mt. Zion is assisting the family with services. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.dawson-wikoff.com. Bob was born August 5, 1952, in Decatur, IL the son of John and Mary (Gelonick) Weaver. He married Jo Ellen Fogerson on March 27, 1997. Bob had worked for AW Cash Valve for seventeen years and in 1996 went on to work for Barton Manufacturing. Bob was an active member of the Long Creek United Methodist Church and was a lay speaker for many years at the Kenney United Methodist Church. Bob enjoyed music and singing in the choir. Family, working in the yard and being a die-hard Cub's fan were all passions. Surviving are his wife: Jo Ellen of Decatur; sons: Chad Weaver (Crystal) of Mahomet, IL and Josh Meyer (Jody) of Tucson, AZ; father: John Weaver of Decatur; sister: Donna Murray (David) of Easton, ME; grandchildren: Josie Weaver, Brianna Weaver, Dillon Weaver, Haley Thornton, and Aries Meyer; brother-in-law: Bob Myers; nephews: Darren and George. Bob was preceded in death by his mother and sister: Cheryl Myers. The family wishes to extend their thanks to those who provided care during Bob's illness and for the outpouring of prayers.