Richard M. Weaver, 77, of Ephrata, passed away on Wednesday, September 11th, 2024, at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital. Born in Chester County, Richard was a son of the late Moses & Mary (Miller) Weaver. Richard was the loving husband of Trudy D. (Auker) Weaver for 51 years.
Richard worked for Conestoga Wood for 30 years, starting in the plant then moving to truck driving both local and long hauls. He was also a truck driver for the former Fleur De Lait company. He formerly attended Rancks United Methodist Church in New Holland, then most recently attended New Joy Church in Ephrata. Richard was a muscle car and old car enthusiast, with a special love for Chevys. He enjoyed the local car shows, watching NASCAR Racing, and cheering on his favorite football team, the Eagles. Richard loved all the time he could get with his wife and family, including trips to the mountains with his kids, and trips to the shore with his grandchildren. Independent and a jokester, Richard’s laugh and presence will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
In additional to his wife, two children, Chad R. Weaver (Heather) of Ephrata, and Kristi D. Priddy (Chad) of Marysville; four grandchildren, Austin Weaver (Jocelyn), Hailey Weaver, Destiny Weaver, Mariah Whitaker; three great-grandchildren, Malakai, Ny’Liah Mae, Lucas and one on the way; three sisters: Ruth Cashwiler (Larry) of East Earl, Betty Bennetch (Marvin) of Denver, and Kathryn Hertzog of Ephrata, and sister in-law, Thelma Weaver of New Holland. Rich is predeceased by brother, Roy Weaver and two sisters, Helen Weaver and Arlene Wanner.
A viewing will be held on Wednesday, September 18th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. with a service to follow at 11:30 a.m. at New Joy Brethren In Christ Church, 35 New Joy Dr, Ephrata, PA 17522. Richard’s final resting place will be at Memory Gardens in Ephrata.
