Roger Ernest Weber Obituary (1942

Roger E. Weber, age 84, of Cornell, IL, passed away with his loving family by his side at 3:48 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center in Bloomington, IL. Cremation rites have been accorded. A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Pontiac, IL. Inurnment will follow the service at Cornell Cemetery. Father Robert Rayson will be presiding over his services. A visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, March 20, 2026, at Duffy-Baier-Snedecor Funeral Home, located at 903 W. Custer Ave, Pontiac, IL, 61764. Memorials in Roger’s memory may be made to the American Kidney Foundation. Duffy-Baier-Snedecor Funeral Home is entrusted with his arrangements. Roger was born on January 13, 1942, in Pontiac, IL, to Ernest Simon and Frances Mae (Livesay) Weber. He married Jane (Paton) Weber on April 8, 1962, in Cornell, IL. She preceded him in death on December 31, 2020. He married Valerie Ksiazek on July 28, 2023, in Marengo, IL. She survives in Cornell. Other survivors include his children: Jerry Lee (Jane) Weber of Shorewood, IL, Amy Jo Clark of Clarksville, TN, Roger Daniel (Arlene) Weber of Plainfield, IL; grandchildren: Jacob (Maggie) Weber, Samantha (James) Bush, Kenneth (Kaytee) Weber, Thomas Matthew (Janice) Clark, Nicholas (Fiancé: Kendall Eckhardt) Clark, Kiley (Tyler) Graves, Laney Weber, Conrad Weber; great-grandchildren: Addison Bush, Cameron Bush, Ava Weber, Ophelia Weber, Luca Clark, Elinor Clark, Leeann Clark; one brother: Larry (Marla) Weber of Pontiac, IL; brother-and sister-in-law: George (Coral) Paton, and one sister-in-Law: Sally Dodge. He is also survived by Valerie’s children: James (Liz Winiarski) Ksiazek of Glastonbury, CT, Philip (Dana) Ksiazek of Union, IL; and her grandchildren: Samuel, Isabella, Jack Ksiazek, Michael and Mary Ksiazek. He is preceded in death by his parents, and his first beloved wife: Jane Weber. Roger attended Cornell High School and was in the graduating class of 1960. He was a proud and faithful member of the Cornell Methodist Church and St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Roger worked for over 50 years at Valley View Industries. Roger was a true embodiment of hard work and dedication. He took immense pride in his work and everything he did, but nothing mattered more to him than his family. Always putting his loved ones first, he brought joy and warmth to every moment. He was always there, whether a visit in person or routine phone call in the evening, ensuring that everyone in his life felt his love and presence. As a husband, he was the definition of loyalty. He proved unwavering devotion with every action and decision he selflessly made. He not only offered strength but tenderness in times it was needed the most. As a father, he guided with wisdom and tough love, always encouraging his children to chase their dreams while instilling a sense of realism in their pursuits. To his children, he passed on many of his wonderful traits and ethics allowing them to follow in his footsteps. His role as grandfather and great-grandfather was filled with great joy. He relished the moments spent gathered with family; telling stories of the past, sharing life lessons, and simply watching his grandchildren grow into who they are today. Each phone call, warm hug and big smile was a testament to the love he held for his grandchildren. As a husband, dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa, he was a constant source of love and support. Someone you could always rely on, no matter the circumstances. May his laughter continue to boom in our memories the same way it did at all family gatherings. To know Roger was an honor and his legacy will live forever in the hearts of those who had the privilege to know, love and to be loved by him. He will truly be missed by all who were lucky enough to know him and love him. This obituary may be viewed, and a guestbook signed at www.duffyfuneralhome.com or visit us on Facebook.