Richard LeRoy "Speed" Weigert, 91, of Mount Pleasant, died Friday, Aug. 15, 2014, at Donnellson Health Center.
Born April 16, 1923, in New London, he was the son of Clarence and Dora Harper Weigert. On Dec. 8, 1948, he married Velma Pickle in Kirksville, Mo. She died May 26, 1993.
Mr. Weigert was a lifelong farmer.
He was a 1941 graduate of New London High School.
He was a member of the Christian faith.
He enjoyed going to auctions and Old Threshers, music, playing guitar, watching television at night, reading, fishing, and spending time with his grandchildren.
Survivors include four sons, David Weigert and Michael Weigert, both of New London, Rick Weigert of Lockridge, and Reginald Weigert of Mount Pleasant; one daughter, Denise Scarff of Mount Pleasant; one sister, Evelyn Garmoe of New London; 17 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and 12 great-great-grandchildren.
Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents, one son, and one granddaughter.
Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at Elliot Chapel in New London. There will be no family visitation.
Funeral services for Mr. Weigert will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the chapel with Pastor Troy Weigert...[more]