Thomas John Weber

SFC (Ret) Thomas John Weber, son of the late John Thomas and Marie (Schmidt) Weber, was born November 5, 1924 in St. Louis County, Missouri. He passed away Thursday, September 27, 2012 in the University of Missouri Hospital and Clinics of Columbia, Missouri having attained the age of 87 years, 10 months and 22 days. As a young boy, Thomas grew up in Lemay, Missouri and went to school in St. Louis County. He later attended college at Lincoln University. Thomas entered the United States Army on November 18, 1945 and served his country faithfully until his retirement on September 30, 1969. He had attained the rank of Sergeant First Class and earned several medals and commendations; some of which include: Good Conduct Medal (3rd Award), 4 Overseas Bars, Army Commendation Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with device. He served during World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. On September 16, 1978, Thomas was united in marriage to JoAnn Busen in Waynesville and they shared over 34 years of marriage together and one daughter Shaunna. When they were united in marriage, Thomas brought three children and JoAnn brought six children to this union. After retiring from the military, Thomas began working for the Missouri Department of Corrections as a guard and spent several years there. He later retired to his farm and enjoyed being outdoors with his horses and mules. He also enjoyed reading and working on his farm. Thomas was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 4956 of Crocker and the DAV Chapter 49 of Waynesville. Thomas will be sadly missed by all those that knew and loved him. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife: JoAnn Weber of the home; three children: John Weber (Anita) of Crocker, MO, Mark Weber (Jill) of Largo, FL and Shaunna Weber of Crocker, MO; five step-children; one granddaughter: Ann Marie Hoxworth; three great grandchildren; several step grand and great grandchildren; other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, Thomas was preceded in death by two brothers: Frank and Edward Weber and one son: Joseph Lee Weber. Graveside services with military honors will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, October 22, 2012 in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery – Fort Leonard Wood. Arrangements are under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert.

Thomas John Weber

November 5, 1924 - September 27, 2012