Larry D. Weaver, 79, passed away at 6:10 p.m. on Thursday, August 24, 2023 at his home.
He was born December 27, 1943 to Ted and Kathryn Weaver.
Survivors include his wife Mardell "Susie" Weaver, Elkhart;
two sons Tim (Jennifer) Weaver, Nappanee, and Todd (Michele) Weaver, Mentor, Ohio;
a step-son Dustin Miller, Warsaw; a step-daughter Debi Xaver, Dallas, Texas;
four grandchildren Natalie Weaver, Alec Weaver, MacKenzie Weaver, and Madison Weaver;
and three step-grandchildren Garrett Miller, Evan Miller, and Hudson Hernandez.
Larry graduated from Wakarusa High School in 1962 and was an outstanding multi-sport athlete. He was a football coach at Mt. Morris (Michigan) and Jimtown high schools.
He then worked as a salesman in the recreational vehicle industry for over 40 years.
He took great pride in being a hard and tireless worker throughout his entire life.
He was a member of Wakarusa United Methodist Church. He was incredibly proud
of his family, enjoyed his grandchildren, and meticulously maintained his residence
(Grandma's Place).
He served on the Wa-Nee School board for 16 years. He enjoyed helping others
and was a longtime member of Sharing Citizens and the Wakarusa Lions Club.
He was a passionate supporter of NorthWood athletics and was well-known for his motivational attitude and sayings, including the ten two letter words: "If it is to be, it is up to me."
Simply put, he was "The Weave".
Visitation will be held from 2-7 pm on Monday, September 4, 2023 at Thompson-Lengacher
& Yoder Funeral Home, Wakarusa and for one hour before a 10:30 am funeral on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at the Wakarusa United Methodist Church.
Burial will take place in Olive West Cemetery, Elkhart.
Memorial contributions in Larry's name can be given to NorthWood Athletics.
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Larry was married to Candace Lynn Wenger in 1963 in Elkhart County, IN:
he married Mardell Sue (Andrews) Miller in 1989, also in Elkhart County, IN.
--A S Stevens