Richard Leon Weis

Richard Leon Weis, 87, of Lima passed away at his residence on Thursday, October 4, 2018. He was born in Ottawa, Ohio on September 21, 1931 to the late Henry Linus and Inez (Croy) Weis. On May 12, 1956, he married his wife of 62 years, Elsie Alvira Edmonds.

Richard proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He worked for many years as a driver for McLean Trucking and later as a supervisor for the Council on Aging. Richard’s favorite times were spent fishing with his family or enjoying evenings bowling at Northland Lanes. “Teach your kids how to hunt and fish and you’ll never have to hunt or fish for your kids.”

Richard is survived by his wife, Elsie; children, Richard J. (Connie) Weis, Anthony (Michelle) Weis, Patrick (Kimberly) Weis, Robert Joseph (Tina) Weis, twenty-five grandchildren, thirty great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren, along with a host of other friends and relatives. In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his children, Robert, Susan, and Thomas Weis.

Private family services will be observed at a later date. SIFERD-ORIANS FUNERAL HOME is honored to serve the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Richard’s honor are suggested to Alzheimer’s Association through their website www.alz.org or the local branch in Lima. Online condolences may be shared at www.siferd-oriansfuneralhome.com .