John Mack Weaver
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John Mack Weaver, 89, left his earthly home and met his Lord and Savior November 30, 2020. He was born April 4, 1931, in De Leon, Texas to John Inzer Weaver and Eula Mae (McIver) Weaver. He married Ann Bush September 7, 1952, in Ft. Worth Texas and had a loving marriage of sixty-four years until Ann preceded him in death on November 15, 2016. He married Geneva Wilson on May 12, 2018, and together they shared a loving companionship in his final years.
John Mack graduated from De Leon High School in 1948. He attended Tarleton State College and Texas Tech University, where he was commissioned as a 2nd Lt. in the U.S. Army Infantry in 1953. He was called to active duty in 1954. He made the military his career for 21 years, earning the distinguished rank of Lt. Colonel before his retirement on May 31, 1974. He took his service to his country seriously, which earned him many accommodations and decorations throughout his service as a pilot. He continued to serve his county and community following his retirement from the military as he became the first City Manager of DeLeon and was the Housing and Urban Development Housing Administrator for Brownwood and Comanche Housing Authorities. Following retirement from HUD, he was elected Comanche County Judge. He dedicated his life to being in service of others.
After fully retiring in 1998, John Mack was always community focused and insistent that he would make his community, and ultimately the world, a better place. He volunteered in numerous organizations throughout his life including the Kiwanis, the Lions Club, local DAV Chapter, Texas Housing Association, De Leon PTA, Board Member of the Resource Conservation Board, Board Member of the West Central Texas Council of Governments, De Leon Chamber of Commerce, and Comanche Chamber of Commerce, Comanche County Hospital Board, Community Rehab, De Leon Historical Society, De Leon Cemetery Association and De Leon Food Pantry volunteer. Even at his golden age of 89, he was dedicated to helping others.
His love for people was a direct reflection of his personal relationship with God, and John Mack's life always illuminated his love for Christ, in all he did. He faithfully served in many capacities within the First Baptist Church of DeLeon, including Sunday School Director and Deacon. Although he loved spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, canoeing, and traveling, his favorite past time was his family. His children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren composed his life's pride and joy; they meant everything to him. He was a selfless, kind, loving and devoted man. He will be immeasurably missed by all who knew and loved him.
John Mack leaves behind a large family to carry on his servant legacy. He is survived by his wife, Geneva Weaver; sons, Johnny Weaver (Sherry), Scott Weaver, Rusty Weaver (Cecilia) and Jeffrey Weaver (Lisa), Jim Wilson (Kara), and Rickey Wilson (Stephanie); daughter, Julie Harlin (Larry); grandchildren, Jennifer Weaver, Ashley Weaver, Joey Weaver (Ashley) Katie Southall (Justin), Capt. Justin Weaver (USMC) (Brooke), Alyssa Weaver, and Re'ann Weaver, Melanie Holt (Dave), Jason Wilson (Sara), Lori Wilson, Angela Reed (Clint), Taylor Wilson (Cherie) and K'Leigh Harlin; great-grandchildren, Tayci Weaver, Emory Weaver, Jacob Southall, Casyn Southall, Bennett Southall, Maddy Grace Weaver, Cora Ann Weaver, Brooke Collins, Matthew Collins, Addison Wilson, Piper Wilson, Madelyn Reed and Jenna Grace Wilson; brother, Tom Weaver; numerous nieces, nephews, and other extended family. John Mack was preceded in death by his wife, Ann Weaver, son, Jerry Tom Weaver, and his parents, John and Eula Weaver.
Military Graveside Funeral Services celebrating a life well lived will be held Monday, December 7, 2020, at 1:30 p.m. in De Leon Cemetery with Dr. Daniel Harper officiating. Per Comanche County current Covid19 safety guidelines, masks and social distancing will be required. In honor of a life devoted to helping others, please direct memorial contributions to First Baptist Church - De Leon, the De Leon Senior Citizens or to the De Leon Food Bank, in loving memory of John Mack. Condolences may be offered online at www.nowlinandersfh.com.