Stanley Weaver

Stanley L. Weaver, 74, went to his eternal home in Heaven Thursday, June 20, 2024, after fighting a courageous battle against cancer. He was born March 12, 1950, in Adams County to Arthur F. “Jack” and Dorothy (Brewster) Weaver. He was married June 26, 1971, to Karen Sue Steury, the two were to celebrate their 53rd wedding anniversary.
He began working for Berne Furniture during his senior year of high school. He continued working there for 40 years until they closed. From there, he went to Smith Brothers where he retired his career as an upholstery specialist. He joined the Air Force soon after high school where he was part of the National Guard for six years. He also enjoyed farming for his parents and custom combining for the local Amish community. He was a man of many talents. He used those to help anyone in need — from snowplowing, appliance repair, construction, car maintenance … you name it, he did it!
He also had many hobbies. He loved hunting … err … hanging out around the campfire on his many hunting trips to southern Indiana and Michigan with friends and family. You could also find him tinkering in his barns on motorcycles, three and four-wheelers, antique gas engines, wood projects and his recently purchased Model T. He was also known by many to be a bit of a prankster … from short-sheeting beds, Saran wrapping toilets, cutting out the crotches of underwear of honeymooners, igniting firecrackers to unsuspecting victims, removing and hiding tires, rubber banding sink sprayers … there was no limit to his orneriness and no one was safe … including pastors!
Family was also important to him. He loved camping at Amishville twice every year with his children, grandchildren and siblings. He looked forward to the annual Tri-State Gas Engine and Tractor Show every August where he spent countless hours with friends, family and engines. He also took family vacations, even continuing to go on trips with his married children and their families. He supported his grandchildren at their many sports and activities.
He was a member of Mt. Hope Church of the Nazarene where he served on the church board, ushered, greeted, volunteered on several missions trips and was known as a church handyman.
He is survived by his wife; five children, Jason (Dayna) Weaver; Laura (Herb) Bergman; Brandi (Jeff) Berkshire; Megan (Tad) Feaster; and Katie (Travis) Moore; three siblings, Wayne, Gloria (Deannie) and Tex; 22 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Myrna.
Visitation will be Tuesday, June 25 from 3-8 p.m. at Downing & Glancy Funeral Home, 100 N. Washington Street, Geneva and Wednesday, June 26 for one hour prior to the 10 a.m. funeral service at Mt. Hope Church of the Nazarene, 5005 E. 500 S., Berne.
Arrangements provided by Downing & Glancy Funeral Home in Geneva. Online condolences may be made at www.glancyfuneralhomes.com.