John W. Weber, 66, of Newark, passed away with his youngest sister at his bedside at Christiana Hospital on April 11th after a brave battle with cancer. John began his work career at Wilmington Dry Goods where he progressed to Store Manager. After his retail career ended, John began working at the Chrysler Corporation whereContinue Reading
John W. Weber, 66, of Newark, passed away with his youngest sister at his bedside at Christiana Hospital on April 11th after a brave battle with cancer. John began his work career at Wilmington Dry Goods where he progressed to Store Manager. After his retail career ended, John began working at the Chrysler Corporation where he retired after 30 years of service. John was a proud man with a great sense of humor. He was a lifelong Phillies fan and loved Bruce Springsteen.
John was preceded in death by his mother Margaret L. Weber, his father John R. Weber, and his daughter, Tara Lynn Griffith. John is survived by his sisters Lisa Wisniewski of Newark and Bonnie Weber-Straub of Bear, brothers-in-law Bob Wisniewski of Newark and Rick Straub of Bear, niece Katie Wisniewski of Eugene, OR, nephew James Wisniewski of Newark, and 2 grandchildren.
At the wishes of John, there will be no services. At a later time, there will be a celebration of John’s life hosted by his sisters. Please leave a message on the funeral home’s online obituary, www.rtfoard.com, if you would like to be included in John’s life celebration. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in John’s name to the Prostate Cancer Foundation and sent in care of the funeral home, R.T. Foard & Jones, Inc., 122 W. Main St., Newark, DE 19711.
Joe & Nancy Barker
left a message on April 17, 2017:
Sending condolences to John's family. He was a great neighbor at Building 56, Villa Belmont. May he rest in peace.
Sally Krapf
left a message on April 14, 2017:
I believe John was in my high school class at NHS--1969. I so enjoyed his sense of humor during our high school years. I send my sincerest condolences to all of John's family. I know he will be missed. Much sympathy, Sally Pinto Krapf
Frauke Rowe
left a message on April 14, 2017:
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that he has found peace and that with the passage of time peace will lessen your sadness
Bonnie Weber-Straub
left a message on April 14, 2017:
You are gone way too soon. So glad we had this last year together. Love, your Kiddo
Lenny "Savage" Stanwell
left a message on April 14, 2017:
A friend and brother for 56 years.....I will miss his contagious humor... Go in peace Pal.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Dawn Stanwell
left a message on April 14, 2017:
John will be missed Peace.
Debbie Taylor Kinderman
left a message on April 14, 2017:
My deepest sympathies to Lisa, Bonnie and family. John and I shared NHS bus rides, graduation and Harmony Hills memories. May he rest in peace and know that he touched others' lives for good.
Most sincerely,
Debbie Taylor Kinderman
Most sincerely,
Debbie Taylor Kinderman
left a message on April 13, 2017:
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your loved one. May you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Ps 94:18-19
Patricia Straub
left a message on April 13, 2017:
I'm so happy I had the pleasure of knowing John going to a Phillies game with him and Bonnie and Rick and seeing how much he loves his sister's just by his smile God bless you John rest in peace
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Joe & Nancy Barker
left a message on April 17, 2017:
Sending condolences to John's family. He was a great neighbor at Building 56, Villa Belmont. May he rest in peace.
Sally Krapf
left a message on April 14, 2017:
I believe John was in my high school class at NHS--1969. I so enjoyed his sense of humor during our high school years. I send my sincerest condolences to all of John's family. I know he will be missed. Much sympathy, Sally Pinto Krapf
Frauke Rowe
left a message on April 14, 2017:
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that he has found peace and that with the passage of time peace will lessen your sadness
Bonnie Weber-Straub
left a message on April 14, 2017:
You are gone way too soon. So glad we had this last year together. Love, your Kiddo
Lenny "Savage" Stanwell
left a message on April 14, 2017:
A friend and brother for 56 years.....I will miss his contagious humor... Go in peace Pal.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Dawn Stanwell
left a message on April 14, 2017:
John will be missed Peace.
Debbie Taylor Kinderman
left a message on April 14, 2017:
My deepest sympathies to Lisa, Bonnie and family. John and I shared NHS bus rides, graduation and Harmony Hills memories. May he rest in peace and know that he touched others' lives for good.
Most sincerely,
Debbie Taylor Kinderman
Most sincerely,
Debbie Taylor Kinderman
left a message on April 13, 2017:
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your loved one. May you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Ps 94:18-19
Patricia Straub
left a message on April 13, 2017:
I'm so happy I had the pleasure of knowing John going to a Phillies game with him and Bonnie and Rick and seeing how much he loves his sister's just by his smile God bless you John rest in peace
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.