Obituary of Lloyd Weber
Lloyd George Weber of Mildmay, was called home by the Lord on September 26th, in his 80th year.
Beloved Husband of Linda Weber (née Benninger).
Dearly loved by his daughters Sherri, Laurie and Carrie Lynn, sons-in-law Scott Stevens, Andrew Amey & Brian Stroeder.
Cherished Papa of Capri, Marlee, William, Stella Rae and Adele.
Remembered by his brothers and sister, Lorne Weber, Ed Weber (Gail), Ernie Weber (Mary), Donna Bross (Gerry), Ken Weber (Marian) and Ron Weber as well as in-laws Lloyd Benninger, Roseann Steffler (Len), Jerry Benninger (Pauline), and Yvonne Benninger. Loved by many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by parents Leonard and Isabel Weber (née Borho), twin brother Larry, brother Ray Weber, grandchildren Morgan & Dexter, mother and father-in-law Gerald and Beatrice (née Voisin) Benninger-Borho, Jack Borho and brothers-in-law David Cassidy, Carl Benninger, Ken Waechter and sisters-in-law Cathy Waechter & Jan Benninger and niece Susie Bross.
Lloyd was born along side his twin brother to Leonard & Isabel Weber. They were the second set of twins in a large family that included three sets of twins and three other siblings. Raised in Carrick Township, Lloyd spent his early years on the family farm where he developed a deep appreciation for animals and lasting love for the great outdoors. Lloyd was an avid hunter and fisherman, with a passion for the outdoors that extended beyond the farm. He enjoyed hunting everything from rabbits and turkeys to deer and moose. His annual hunting trips were his version of a vacation - times he looked forward to with great anticipation and cherished deeply. These adventures brought him immense joy and created many memories with friends and family.
Lloyd began his working life with Herb Weber, where he learned the trade of welding, and honed his skills on the lathe. In the early 1970’s he accepted a job at Douglas Point that would shape his future. It was here he earned his welding ticket and joined the Ironworkers Local 736 Union. Lloyd was a proud Ironworker for 52 years, dedicating most of his career to work at Bruce Nuclear Power Plant. He was well known for his exceptional welding abilities and was respected by colleagues for his precision, skill and dedication to his trade. To Lloyd, every weld was a reflection of his values - care, integrity and a belief in doing things the right way. He made many friends throughout his career- connections that lasted well beyond the jobsite. Lloyd retired in 2005, closing the chapter on a long and fulfilling career that he took great pride in.
Though he stepped away from the jobsite, his love for working with metal and building never faded - it was a lifelong hobby that filled much of his spare time. He was always working on his latest idea or project, whether it was crafting barbeque spits, designing garden ornaments, building picnic tables or repairing equipment for local farmers. His shop was a place of constant activity and creativity and each project a testament to his workmanship and attention to detail.
Retirement offered him more time to enjoy the outdoors, spend time with his family and pursue the simple pleasures he valued most. He tended to his gardens and orchard with care and took great joy in his daily drives to visit neighbours and friends. Whether he was dropping off fresh vegetables from his garden or stopping by to share a cold beer, Lloyd gave freely, believing that good things were meant to be shared. His smile and kind-hearted personality touched many and left a lasting impression on everyone he met.
Perhaps the thing Lloyd cherished most in life was his family, who he placed at the heart of everything he did. He and Linda shared 54 years of marriage, working together to build a loving home. He generously shared his time, wisdom and unwavering support with his three daughters, always a steady presence in their lives. But one of his most treasured roles was being “Papa”. A role he embraced whole heartedly, delighting in everyday moments spent with his grandchildren - playing, joking and being silly together.
Lloyd will be remembered as a hardworking, generous and kind-hearted man with just the right amount of crazy who found joy in the simple things in life - his family, nature, a good glass of cider and company of friends. His legacy lives on not only in the things he built but, in the lives, he touched with his warmth and humour.
A private family graveside service will be held at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Cemetery, Mildmay.
Friends and Family are invited to share memories, stories and laughter at a Celebration of Life at the Mildmay Carrick Recreation Complex on Friday, October 3rd, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m., with remembrances shared at 5 p.m.
As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Rotary Club of Mildmay, Saugeen Hospice or the Walkerton Hospital Foundation (X-Ray Suite Replacement Fundraising Campaign) would be deeply appreciated by the family.
