Edward's Obituary
WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA- Edward Joel Weast passed away January 22nd 2023 in his home in Wildomar, California surrounded by his wife and family.
Ed was born November 20th, 1937 to John Leroy Weast and Gladys Marie Abbey Weast. He is predeceased by both of his parents and his brother Donald L. Weast of Austin, Texas.
He was a graduate of Jefferson High School and attended Purdue University where he has continued to be an avid fan. Ed was employed at Indiana Gas Company, which became Vectren Corporation, and currently known as Center Point Energy in Lafayette, Indiana.
Ed was blessed with a large and loving family. He married the love of his life Mary Ann Doane Thomerson on June 29th, 1973 in Attica, Indiana. Together they have 6 children; Beth Wick (Barney) of Fishers, Indiana, George Weast (Cathy) of Salem, Indiana, Kim Mcvicars (Casey) of Wildomar, California, Carl Weast (Lisa) of Lafayette, Indiana and Bob Weast of West Lafayette, Indiana.
He is predeceased by his son Doug Thomerson and grandson Steven Thomerson. He is survived by 18 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. Being a grandpa was one of his favorite parts of life. He was so proud of each and every one of them.
Ed led his life with love, strength, character and integrity that he instilled in everyone, everywhere he went. He was persistent with his work, consistent with his love and resilient when faced with adversity. Ed was elected to and served on the Lafayette School Board for multiple terms. He was appointed to the Board of Zoning Appeals and enjoyed the work. While he is no longer with us, his legacy carries on.
A service celebrating his life will be held on Saturday, May 20th, 2023 at Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home in Brookston, Indiana. Calling begins at 12 noon and the Memorial Service will begin at 1pm.
