John C. Weigand

John C. Weigand, husband, father, brother, 82 years of age, of Second Street, Weatherly, Pennsylvania passed away on Monday, May 11, 2020 at Sacred Heart Hospice in Dunmore, Pennsylvania. Born Thursday, August 5, 1937, in Weatherly, the son of the late Lewis and Dorothy (Hartzog) Weigand. John was also predeceased by sisters, Elizabeth "Betty" Williams, Ruth Ann Tizekker; brothers, Norman and Wayne Weigand. Surviving are; his beloved wife of fifty-four years, Patricia A. (Opert) Weigand; son, Eric Weigand of Hazle Twp.; daughter, Janette Bontempo wife of Joseph of Yukon, OK. A 1955 graduate of Weatherly High School, John served valiantly in the United States Air Force for 20 years as a navigator, retiring as a Major. John was meritoriously awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for Heroism, Bronze Star, and the Air Medal for meritorious service with fifth Oak Leaf Cluster. He was a member of the Hazleton V.F.W., and Mountain Top American Legion Post 0781. A talented carpenter, John operated a remodeling business in Weatherly for a number of years, and used his talents to build the podium used at the Weatherly Legion Post #360. John and his friends Mr. Younker and Mr. Feaster where integral in obtaining the gazebo which stands on top of Union Cemetery in Weatherly. John also worked for Bill's Discount Warehouse of Hazleton for many years. A model train enthusiast, John collected H.O. trains. He was a member of the Anthracite Model Railroad Society of Hazleton, Carbon Train Club, and served as a curator of the Weatherly Train Museum for a number of years. An avid outdoorsman, John enjoyed hunting and fishing; however, over the last few years he simply appreciated the beauty of the outdoors. John was often accompanied by his faithful companion Bailey. John was an animal lover. Pending arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of 211 First Street Weatherly, Pennsylvania 18255. (570) 427-4231 Upon the lifting of Covid-19 imposed restrictions the family will announce a Celebration of John's Life with Military Honors bestowed and interment in Union Cemetery, Weatherly, Pennsylvania. Memorials in Johns name to:Weatherly Area Museum541 Fairview StreetWeatherly, Pennsylvania 18255 Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com