Ronald E. Weaver

Ronald E. Weaver, 61, of Pottsville, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at his home.

Ron was born in West Cheaster, July 3, 1963, a son of the late J. Richard (Dick) Weaver Sr. and the late Joan (Garrison) Weaver.

Ron was raised in Coatesville and graduated Coatesville Class of 1981. He attended the berkeley School of Music in Boston and graduated from Penn State with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He lived most of his adult life in Encinitas, California.

He owned and operated a "School of Rock" in California and finished his career at Mack Truck in Allentown.

Ron was an accomplished drummer and was in various bands over the years. He was also known for his "famous" chocolate chip cookies and his love for his cat, "TC".

Surviving are his brothers, J. Richard Weaver Jr., and his wife Eileen (Helm), of Coatesville, and Robert E. Weaver, and his wife Suzanne (Backstetter), of Pottsville; two nephews, Bobby & Jake.

Services will be held on Saturday, August 31st. at the Freedom in Christ Church, 1850 First Avenue in Pottsville with Pastor Jim Shields officiating. Visitation will start at 9:00 am and the service will commence at 11:00 am.

Donald J. Butler Funeral Home in Minersville is in charge of the arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Ron's memory be sent to "The Freedom in Christ Church of Schuylkill County", 1850 First Avenue in Pottsville, PA 17901.

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