Obituary for David H. Weaver
Tribute to David H. Weaver, Ph.D. A true gentleman. Now an angel.
David Harry Weaver passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on October 1, 2020, in Naples, Florida, following a valiant struggle with cancer. David was born in Steinsburg, Pennsylvania, into a rural farming family of (eventually) seven children, of parents Elmer and Helen Weaver.
David’s self-driven determination and yearning for education were evident early in his life. Undeterred by poor vision and pressure to leave school to work the farm, he bravely “ran away” at the age of eight to be raised by his aunt. Aunt Annie bought him his first pair of glasses and fostered David’s passion for reading and the pursuit of advanced education.
David would be the first in his family to graduate from high school and proudly served in the US Army during the Cuban Missile Crisis. His drive continued to graduate from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, achieve a Masters and ultimately a Ph.D. from Syracuse University in the field of Business Education where he was a decorated professor.
David spent decades working in New York City as he rose to the top echelons of the business education, publishing and college accreditation industries. He authored numerous innovative high school level accounting books that transformed how accounting was taught and applied. David was selected for an appointment for the Department of Education under the Regan Administration.
While his employment tied him to New York, he always remained grounded and connected to his Pennsylvania farming and family roots. Of note was his close relationship with brothers Henry Weaver and Willard Weaver, which was strong and unyielding. Aunt Annie lived a life of nearly 90 years, and David was alongside her all the way.
In November 1985, David married Constance and embarked on a journey of love and adoration of nearly 38 years. He gloried in this relationship of mutual respect and caring. They shared their lives with David’s two daughters, Brenda and Karen providing love, devotion and wisdom along with Tracker, their cherished Jack Russell Terrier. Family filled David’s heart with joy.
David’s legacy of kindness and generosity was cemented when he welcomed his grandchildren to the world: Brendan, Willard, and Claire. David’s positive work ethic, sense of honor, grace and charm have inspired his grandchildren, and they vow to perpetuate his morals and values.
David and Connie moved to Naples, Florida, in 2016, and he spent his last days in the warmth and sunshine, playing his treasured game of golf and spending time with his beloved wife. He lovingly spoke of his friends, too many to list, as he reflected upon a life filled with adventure, friendship and blessings.
David is survived by his wife; daughter Brenda Weaver and spouse Denise Stone; daughter Karen Weaver; his grandchildren and brother, Willard Weaver.
Distinguished, loyal, successful and grounded. Proud veteran, husband, father, grandfather, author, leader, and honorable man. Chivalrous and kind to all. We celebrate his extraordinary life, and miss him dearly.
David, our friend, above all the rest,
I miss you the most and loved you the best.
And now that you’re gone, I thank God I was blessed
... just to have known you.
In David’s memory he would appreciate a contribution to the ‘Make A Wish’ Foundation to create moments and memories for these deserving children at http://site.wish.org/goto/davidweavermemorial
David Harry Weaver passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on October 1, 2020, in Naples, Florida, following a valiant struggle with cancer. David was born in Steinsburg, Pennsylvania, into a rural farming family of (eventually) seven children, of parents Elmer and Helen Weaver.
David’s self-driven determination and yearning for education were evident early in his life. Undeterred by poor vision and pressure to leave school to work the farm, he bravely “ran away” at the age of eight to be raised by his aunt. Aunt Annie bought him his first pair of glasses and fostered David’s passion for reading and the pursuit of advanced education.
David would be the first in his family to graduate from high school and proudly served in the US Army during the Cuban Missile Crisis. His drive continued to graduate from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, achieve a Masters and ultimately a Ph.D. from Syracuse University in the field of Business Education where he was a decorated professor.
David spent decades working in New York City as he rose to the top echelons of the business education, publishing and college accreditation industries. He authored numerous innovative high school level accounting books that transformed how accounting was taught and applied. David was selected for an appointment for the Department of Education under the Regan Administration.
While his employment tied him to New York, he always remained grounded and connected to his Pennsylvania farming and family roots. Of note was his close relationship with brothers Henry Weaver and Willard Weaver, which was strong and unyielding. Aunt Annie lived a life of nearly 90 years, and David was alongside her all the way.
In November 1985, David married Constance and embarked on a journey of love and adoration of nearly 38 years. He gloried in this relationship of mutual respect and caring. They shared their lives with David’s two daughters, Brenda and Karen providing love, devotion and wisdom along with Tracker, their cherished Jack Russell Terrier. Family filled David’s heart with joy.
David’s legacy of kindness and generosity was cemented when he welcomed his grandchildren to the world: Brendan, Willard, and Claire. David’s positive work ethic, sense of honor, grace and charm have inspired his grandchildren, and they vow to perpetuate his morals and values.
David and Connie moved to Naples, Florida, in 2016, and he spent his last days in the warmth and sunshine, playing his treasured game of golf and spending time with his beloved wife. He lovingly spoke of his friends, too many to list, as he reflected upon a life filled with adventure, friendship and blessings.
David is survived by his wife; daughter Brenda Weaver and spouse Denise Stone; daughter Karen Weaver; his grandchildren and brother, Willard Weaver.
Distinguished, loyal, successful and grounded. Proud veteran, husband, father, grandfather, author, leader, and honorable man. Chivalrous and kind to all. We celebrate his extraordinary life, and miss him dearly.
David, our friend, above all the rest,
I miss you the most and loved you the best.
And now that you’re gone, I thank God I was blessed
... just to have known you.
In David’s memory he would appreciate a contribution to the ‘Make A Wish’ Foundation to create moments and memories for these deserving children at http://site.wish.org/goto/davidweavermemorial