Lawrence M. Weathers

Lawrence Marvin Weathers was born on October 1, 1932 to young parents, Marvin Whorton Weathers and Mildred Anna Chapman. The family home at 15308 Linnhurst in Detroit was shared with younger sister, Lynne, and often other family in need of support through the Depression years. His family taught him, by example, how to care for others, work hard, love what you do, and enjoy the people around you. Larry learned these lessons well and added his own brand of love, compassion, and humor to the Weathers name. At age 14, Larry became aware of "the girl next door"; actually, around the corner and down the street. It was a meeting of strong wills, at first encounter, that later would develop into a beautiful bond of enduring love and faithfulness. Larry graduated from Denby High School and briefly worked for his father at Houston Garage before entering the University of Detroit in the field of Engineering. After completing two years of study Larry chose to serve his country in the U.S. Army. He was stationed at Ft. Sill, OK; an Artillery Surveillance Specialist at the rank of Private First Class and later transferred to the Army Reserves. After graduating from U of D in 1957 Larry worked for Holly Carburetor while waiting for a position to open at General Motors Corporation. On November 8, 1958, Marilyn Christine Ernst made Larry the happiest man alive as they were married at Guardian Angels Catholic Church in Detroit. In their nearly 60 years together they poured their love into their three daughters, Julie (Eric) Pieper, Jane (Dennis) Favret, and Jennifer (Thomas) Reuter. He is the beloved Papa to his grandchildren; Nicholas (Danielle) Favret, Jason (Ada) Pieper, Kristen (Eric) Paauwe, Jeff Pieper, Zachary Reuter, and Jacob Reuter; and soon to be 7 greatgrandchildren. He taught us all the love of God and country, the importance of faith, family and friends, that to live is to serve others, and so much more…. (Measure twice, cut once!) Larry enjoyed his long career with General Motors designing and testing engines at the Chevrolet Engineering Center in Warren until 1987. The family waited many dinners for Larry to give every moment needed to listen to coworkers and add value to the product and to their lives. During the 28 years the family lived in Warren, at 32073 Wellston, Larry and Marilyn made many dear friends. Oh, the parties!!! The neighborhood family ski trips to Crystal Mountain, Marriage Encounter weekends, golfing, and more parties… They continued their entertaining life style in Washington, MI, making more friends on the 9th tee of the Orchards for 22 more years; Larry regularly helping to care for and repair the sprinkler system of the condo association. At SS. John and Paul Catholic Church Larry and Marilyn have been involved in RCIA, Grace gatherings, seasonal decorating of the church, the Special Needs activities, and their very personal ministry of Greeter and Hugger. Larry was known for his positive attitude toward all of life. He battled many serious health issues over the last 30+ years with a strong drive, not just to survive, but to really live. He loved life and all of you who shared yours with him. He really didn't want to go just yet. Larry leaves many loving memories in the hearts of his sister, Lynne, and Gerald Boeberitz; his sister-in-law, Virginia Ernst; his brother-in law, Thomas, and Mae Ernst; cousin, Robert, and Mary Weathers; cousin-in-law Bernard Nagel; many nieces, nephews, and dearest of friends. May those he loved that have gone before him: parents; brothers-in-law Carl William Ernst and James Ernst; and cousin-in-law, Betty Nagel; be with him. After living life to the fullest, on July 15, 2017, Larry departed in peace to meet Jesus, his Lord, with Marilyn holding his hand and his girls at his side. "Into Your hands, O merciful Savior, we commend Your servant, Larry, a sheep of Your own fold, a lamb of Your own flock, a sinner of Your own redeeming. Receive him into the arms of Your mercy, into the blessed rest of everlasting peace, and into the glorious company of the saints in light. Amen." You are invited to celebrate his eternal victory in Christ: Family visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. and Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. to be held at SS. John and Paul Catholic Church (7777 28 Mile Rd., Washington, MI 48094) on Thursday, July 27, 2017. Internment service with honors will be held at Great Lakes National Cemetery (4200 Belford Rd., Holly, MI 48442) on Friday, July 28, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. The family suggests memorials be made to the Capuchins (1820 Mt. Elliott Street, Detroit, MI 48207). Please share a memory at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.

Lawrence M. Weathers

October 1, 1932 - July 15, 2017