Richard G. Weihler
March 3, 1947 ~ December 5, 2022
Richard G. Weihler, 75, Camby, passed away December 5, 2022. Mr. Weihler was born March 3, 1947, in Rock Island, Illinois, to the late George F. and Mary F. (Polito) Weihler. He married Judith (Davidson) on June 15, 1968, and she survives.
Rich graduated from Sherrard High School in Illinois and graduated with a double major in history and international economics from Iowa State University. He enjoyed a successful career in restaurant management with Pizza Hut as an area supervisor. When the family settled in Warsaw, Indiana, Rich owned and operated Pickerman’s Deli for several years before retiring.
A devout Catholic, Rich was a longtime parishioner at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Coralville, Iowa and Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Warsaw, Indiana. While at Sacred Heart, Rich served as Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus. He always enjoyed the brotherhood of the Knights and took pride in working on the various projects of the councils. He served as the Life Director for Council #7431 in Mooresville and worked hard to ensure that the Baby Box Project became a reality in Mooresville. Rich will be fondly remembered for his kind and approachable manner.
Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Judith; children, Ryan (Claudia) Weihler, Rebecca (Greg) Early, and Christopher (Rasheedah Kenner) Weihler; brothers, Tom (Lolly) Weihler, Victor (Carrie) Weihler; sister, Mary Jane (Mike) Hartman; granddaughter, Sarah Early.
Visitation will begin at 10 a.m., Tuesday, December 13, 2022, in St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 1200 N. Indiana St., Mooresville. Recitation of the Rosary will be led by the Knights of Columbus, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 a.m., celebrated by Fr. Jude Meril Sahayam. Cremation will follow, and inurnment will take place later in Illinois. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers contributions to St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville, is serving the family. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Dad gave me a job at 13 washing dishes at Pizza Hut in Warsaw Indiana that led to me learning the value of hard work. At 16 he gave me a casette tape by Earl Nightingale called The Strangest Secret. At 18 he drove me to college as a Freshman at college and said “Study Hard” with a tear in his eye as he left. I will miss him very much as he was and will always be my North star to follow.
Our love and prayers to Rich’s family. What a joy it has been to have been close friends with Rich and Judi. The many memories over the years will always be with us. Our lives have been made better by knowing Rich so well. God Bless each of Rich’s family. Bob and Barb in Warsaw.
Deepest condolances to Judi and family. I worked several years with Judi at Cargill and had met Rich several times. Love and prayers to you Judi and the rest of your family, he will be dearly missed by all who knew him. God Bless
Sean & Susan Lamont
Rich Weihler was my Father in Law, I am proud to have married Ryan. I would call him “Father in Law”, and he would call me “Where’s that Daughter in Law of Mine?!” He always had a great big hug for me upon arrival to the house. Ryan, like his Dad likes to cook, and per Judi, “Rich always did the cooking!” I appreciated so much his willingness to welcome me to the family, and to the farm that he loved so much. I think that sums it up, he always made me feel welcomed. About six months ago Rich told me that he had been communicating with my Dad in heaven and that he promised him that he would look out for me, I am so blessed to know that I have two Dad’s watching out for me in heaven now, love you very much Father in Law.
Dear Ryan, Claudia, Judi & family, Our hearts go out to you. What a great example of a devoted family man Rich was. God bless you.
Dear Judi and the extended Weihler family,
Love and prayers to all in remembrance of Richie’s kindness and love of family.
Elaine (Bell) Hanford