Freddy J Weaver

Freddy J. Weaver, 83, of Amherst, passed away on March 1 after a lengthy illness.

Born on June 7, 1941, in Levelland, Texas, Fred was a longtime resident of Amherst, having moved there 35 years ago from Vermilion. He was a proud graduate of Texas Tech University and then had a lifelong career as an accountant for Ford Motor Company in Texas, Michigan and Lorain.

Fred had a passion for cars, especially drag racing. He loved building engines and had a special affinity for Mustangs. Beyond his love for cars, he cherished spending time with his family, particularly attending his grandchildren's sporting events. He was a past member of Delaware Avenue United Methodist Church in Lorain.

He is survived by his son, Fred M. (Wendy) Weaver of Elyria; daughters, Karen (Mike) Rosera of Verona, WI, Helen Traylor of Medina, and Kathy (Randy Spencer) Weaver of Avon; grandchildren, Krystalyn, Bradly, Bryan, Katelynn, Madeline, Delaney, Emili, Jeffrey, and Megan; great grandchildren, Colin and Elizabeth; and his brother, Woodrow "Woody" (Cheryl) Weaver of Tyler, TX.

Fred was preceded in death by his parents, Woodrow and Yvonne "June" (née Keys) Weaver; his twin brother, Teddy Weaver; and his granddaughter, Tiffani.

Family and friends will be received on March 5  from 12:00 p.m. until the time of the service at 1:00 p.m. at Riddle Funeral Home, 5345 South Street, Vermilion, Ohio. Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Vermilion.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, Grand Central Station, P.O. Box 4777, New York, NY 10163.

Online condolences may be shared at www.riddlefuneralhome.com.