In Loving Memory
Fr. John Weyer
January 22, 1945 - December 4, 2008
Tributes to Fr. John Weyer
| Kathy Nano-Sitrick Epiphany of the Lord member. Fr. John was a very special pastor when I was a member of Epiphany. I have since moved away from Texas but just happened to be visiting the Divine Mercy chapel and Fr. John was having a memorial for his brother. Afterwards we had a special visit. May you be enjoying the fruits of all your dedication in heaven. |
| Dr. William and Teresa Reading and sons Fr. John, you have touched our family in so many ways. Your presence will always be felt, as you are in our hearts and prayers forever. "Jesus, I Trust In You" is our mantra on a day to day basis. Our family has its history of marriage blessings, first communions and confirmations. Rites of passage that we treasure and have wondrous memories of with your kind guidance and patience. You will be so missed, but never forgotten. May you have a peaceful rest in the cradle of God's love, and your family have knowledge of how special you really were. |
| David Watrous and Joyce Yray-Watrous Fr. John was one of the most amazing people to have ever come across our paths. He was extremely supportive to our whole family when our son was taken from us too soon. We know that our Jay is now walking in the company of a great man looking down on us bestowing many blessings. God bless you, Father John, for allowing us the privilege of your ongoing presence in our lives. |
| Margeaux LaFleur Gorman Father John was our pastor at St. Laurence and he did wonderful things to help the small community church in the suburbs grow into a thriving, energetic and welcoming place! He will be greatly missed and our prayers are sent up, through the Blessed Mother; May God bring Father John close to him and welcome him into Heaven! |
| Arnaud and Andrea De Buyl We will always have beautiful memories of Father John. He married us in 2003 and baptized our sons in 2006 and 2008. Even when I was told by the church staff he may not be able to baptize our youngest because he may be feeling ill, he still showed up. And there was no electricity! (Week after Hurricane Ike) I think he somehow knew how badly I wanted him to have performed the baptism. It was a nice surprise when he showed up. So many people at our wedding, and many times after, always commented to us about what a beautiful voice he had; they were referring to his speaking voice. That voice will be missed very much. You will always have a special place in our hearts Father John. |
| Merril & Patti Mabon/ St. Laurence Father John was such an inspiration to our family! Our daughter, Erin, was an altar server at Father John's 25th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. We will always remember and pray for such a wonderful Catholic Priest! |
| A thankful parishioner Fr. John celebrated our wedding ceremony and was the reason I enjoyed so much attending Mass at SVdP. His life has been an inspiration to all who knew him. I am grateful I had a chance to meet him, and learn from his attitude and example. Fr.John: May you enjoy the Peace and Love that only the presence of our Lord can provide. May we live such lives that we can join you when our journey and mission are completed here on earth. |
| Parishioner of SVDP I have never in my adult life been as touched, as moved, or as inspired as I undoubtely was everytime Father John spoke. He had a way of reaching me as no other priest had. I was brought to tears many times just listening to him and often left mass with a feeling of "I can do more; I can be better." For this and so much more I am truly grateful and feel so blessed to have been in his presence and a parishioner and follower at SVDP. |
| Laurie O'Neill To look at Father John was as if looking into the face of Jesus. What a beautiful man. |
| Pam North I would like to extend my deepest sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of Fr. John. I feel blessed to have known Fr. John, as priest. Fr. John gave me instructions into the Catholic faith in 1975 at St. Cecilia's parish. I had been an attendant at a wedding at St. Cecilia's and Fr. John was the celebrant. I had been wanting to come back to church. It was hard after being away for 13 years. Fr. John was so gentle and kind and it made me unafraid of coming back after so many years. I was confirmed back into the faith at age 22 on April 22. In 2006, 31 years later, I was working at an office building near St. Vincent's and I met a man in the office elevator and asked him if he had a brother who was a priest because he looked like a priest I had know in my 20's, Fr. John Weyer. The man told me Fr. John was his pastor and told me to go and see him. I did and started attending St. Vincent's. I always felt there must have been a purpose for coming back in contact with him. In 2007 we all got the news of his cancer and then I knew I was there to support and encourage him during this difficult time in his life. It was hard to see him suffering. He was so courageous and always inspirational. He was a man of deep devotion and had a smile that would light up the room. After mass, I always liked to get him to smile. He would smile so big and laugh. He radiated a bit of heaven each Sunday. A bright light has gone out in the world and right now the world seems darker. He inspired all of us to be lights for this world. Fr. John's earthly ministry lasted 33 years in my life. He has gone ahead to enjoy his eternal reward. His has no more pain and suffering to endure. Now he can experience nothing but love, peace, joy and happiness forevermore. Fr. John, thank you for blessing my life and I look forward to seeing you again with Jesus in our heavenly home! |
| Kiki and Carmen Dikmen Fr. John: You are dearly missed but you live through the many lives that you had touched - including us. Thank you for all the advice and wisdom you gave us and the seeds you planted for our marriage to be as strong as it is today. Even during your illness we will not forget the beautiful wedding ceremony you resided over for us. Again - thank you and we miss you. Kiki - Carmen Dikmen |
| parishioner When my son was preparing for his First Communion, Fr. John spoke to the children to help them in their preparations. He was so kind and gentle while speaking to them about such an important sacrament. All the children naturally listened and paid him their utmost attention. We will miss you and our prayers are with you and your family. Thank you for your service. |
| Ryan A He baptized me. His sermons were touching and memorable. His kindness pervaded any room he was in. The definition of what a Pastor should be. |
| Alicia Brillantes Flores New to Houston and yet unregistered in any parish in 2004, I was drawn to Fr. John's charisma and humor and singled him out to preside over my wedding. His generosity with his time, openness, and gentle acceptance of cultural and religious diversity to service guest parishioners like me (my husband being non-denominational and me being Catholic) will forever be appreciated, treasured, and remembered. |
| the Sole family On this Christmas Eve, our family is praying that Father John is rejoicing being Home this Christmas. In this holy season, we pray for peace and love in our hearts and homes as a tribute to our Pastor, Father John. |
| Parishioner My family and I will never forget the encouragment Fr. John gave us when we were going through a difficult situation. He asked us to trust in His Divine Mercy. He not only preached Divine Mercy, he also practiced it in his life. Even in his suffering and deep and unbearable pain, he showed us how to trust in God's Divine Mercy. The Divine Mercy statue in front of our church is one of his great legacies. Fr. John will be pleading God's mercy for us in heaven, too. |
| Shawn Hughes Father John was my uncle and someone I looked up to and admired. I am very proud to have had him for the time I did. I have grown to love the many staff members of the churches in which he served; St. Vincent's has been no different. They are all just like an extension of our own family. The celebration of his life was amazing. I know my uncle would be proud of the wonderful send-off and tribute to his life. He will be missed immeasurably by all, myself included. May God bless you all and as my Uncle Johnny would say "Jesus, I Trust In You." God bless all of you who have remembered my uncle and my family, it means more than even I as the family poet could ever put into words. |
| Katie McCurry Father John was an inspiration and a joy to all he met and the best cousin a girl could ask for. All of my life, I have been fortunate to have his spiritual guidance and love. As a priest, he baptized me- Katie in Katy, TX- and I watched as he married and baptized so many of our family members (he could give one hell of a wedding homily!). As a cousin, he has taught me so much about perseverance, courage, and trust. I had the great fortune of getting to see him both as Father John with his gentle pastoral nature and as Johnny with his great sense of humor and love for his family. He suffered a lot this last year with his cancer, but never did he stop saying, "Jesus, I trust in You." He loved all his parish families dearly and our family is so grateful for the outpouring of love and support from all of you. We laid him to rest this weekend in Iowa and I know he is truly at peace with his heavenly Father. Although I have a big hole in my heart (as many of us do right now), I am confident that we have a special guardian angel watching over us. |
| maddie mccury He was so nice to all of us. |
| natalie cox Fr.John was the best loving, caring and respectful priest in my life. I am so upset that he passed away. He always had a smile on his face. |
| Francisco J. Garcia-Torres, MD I was very saddened to hear that Father Weyer had died. I am a parishioner at St. Thomas More but had met him previously at some weekday Masses since my office is so close to the church. He was truly a "people's priest". His devotion to the Divine Mercy came forth effortlessly. I then met him "officially" when I was the Houston Center Coordinator for the Apostleship of the Cross and was interested in starting a section at St. Vincent de Paul. He supported our efforts and fell in love with Conchita's writings, especially regarding the priesthood and the Eucharist. Our groups had prayed for him during these past couple of years and for the repose of his soul during our 25th anniversary Mass this past December 13. He will be missed! |
| George Joseph I spoke with Fr.John, face to face, only one time. That time he was the vicar of St. Laurence Church in Sugar Land .When I met him he was on the driveway of his home. Actually I went there to see Fr. Chacko. My question to him was "Is this where Fr. Chacko lives?". Fr. John guided me with a smile on his face. I remember this now like yesterday. I will remember him always. |
| John Knoebel Thank you Fr. John for your faithful service to God and His people. I am so sorry that you have left us, but I am so happy that I was fortunate enough to have known you. I was blessed to have been at two of your parishes, Epiphany of the Lord and St. Laurence. I also had the opportunity to attend weekday masses at St. Vincent's with you. Thank you Fr. John for your efforts to build up our school at St. Laurence. You were such an inspiring leader and a gifted homilist who was loved by parishioners everywhere you served. I remember the huge turnout we had at St. Laurence for your 25th jubilee. People came from near and far to honor you. The last mass of Fr. John's that I attended in 2008 was just as spirit-filled as the first mass of his that I attended in 1985. This past year, it was amazing to witness his courageous efforts to persevere in his priestly vocation in such a heroic manner. He showed us the way to heaven through his words and actions. At the farewell homily at St. Laurence, Fr. John stated that if he did not see us at another parish, he looked forward to seeing us some day in the everlasting joy of heaven! Fr. John, I am looking forward to that fourth time that our paths will cross. I know that thousands of souls today and in the future will be looking you up in heaven to thank you for your help in getting them to their heavenly reward. Well done, good and faithful servant. Jesus, I trust in You. |
| John and Stephanie Brendese Thank you Father for all you have done for the parish. My husband and I met at St Vincent's over 5 years ago and was fortunate to have Fr. John marry us at the same church we had met at in 2005. We always had an additional joy in attending Fr. John's masses as we always liked his homilies and his sense of traditionalism and humor. He was very kind and devout which showed in his service to the parish. We will always carry fond memories of having been blessed to have his spiritual guidance. He will forever live in our hearts and minds. May God bless you always and may you rest in peace! |
| Jess & Nieva Medina We will miss your Sunday homilies.You know when we could use a laugh.I think tribute should be done while one is still alive so this world would be a better place to live.You are an inspiration to many. |
| Mo Puyau His life, his love, his joy, and his trust guided many to Christ. Thank you and Fr. John for a life of loving service. Jesus, I trust in You. |
| Michael Kwiatkowski Father John accomplished so much in a short time at St. Laurence. Yet Father John did not take credit. For Father John rarely used the word "I". My only recollection of Father John doing this was at his farewell sermon at St. Laurence. In addition to thanking everyone, Father John also said, "I" am sorry if he had hurt anyone. Father John showed us what it is to be like Christ. |
| Parishoner Father John has been a great instrument of God. I'm grateful for all Priests, but I think that when a Priest is able to teach people about God's love, and His infinite mercy, and His tenderness towards us, then this Priest has done a great duty! I'm sad for loosing you temporarily, and I'm happy because you are home... and I pray that you make sure we keep getting more Priests who have experienced God's love so they can share it with us. Thank you for the great work you did, for your generosity and for making things available, especially the Sacraments! |
| Gary Bentz Father meant so much to all of my family. The last wedding he did at St. Laurence was my son. He was the most faith filled man I have ever known. We were Brother Knights together at St. Laurence. I always held him up on a pedestal. A very high one. Then one day I was working at church for the KCs. I looked across the parking lot and saw a pickup at the open garage and Fr. John loading it. So I went over to help him. When I got there he introduced me to his mom. She was taking toys and other things he had bought at the garage sale at church. So I loaded them and was tying them down for her when she called me over. "Do you know how to load a truck" she asked. "Yes Mrs Weyer I do this all the time" I told her. "Good", she said," last time Johnny loaded it and it fell out going down the street". I looked at Father and he had covered his face but that huge smile was showing under his hand and he was turning red. I thought "Johnny?" I had never seen Father as Johnny. Only his mom. I know they are happy to once again be together in Heaven with our Lord. We all have a new saint to pray to. But I will miss him very much. |
| Hispanic Ministry - Lucy Gardea We are so sad to lose you and so very grateful to have had you as our pastor. Your words and actions taught us how our Lord is in the smallest acts of kindness and generosity. Your humility of service and love for the less fortunate will be a model for us in how we live our faith. You were so kind to our community. We never told you enough how good it made us feel when you were present at the Spanish Mass. Thank you. Estamos seguros que Dios lo tiene en su Santa Gloria. |
| Sue Zelko Fr. John had a real talent for getting people involved in parish ministries. I was on the Art and Environment committee at St. Laurence about ten years ago when the chairman resigned. Fr. John called me to ask if I would take on the responsibility. I turned him down - four times. When he called the fifth time I finally said yes, if only to get him to stop calling! We would work for 8 hours preparing the church for Christmas or Easter, getting it just right. He would hover. He loved to decorate the church, but he didn't know when to stop. When he decided it looked just right and told us we were finished, we'd say "Yeah, right!" Invariably when we arrived at mass there would be additional candles or plants, or bows on the candle sticks, or something would be moved. He always went back and "tweaked" it after we left! I wouldn't be surprised if you get to the funeral mass to find things slightly rearranged. If he can, he will be sending someone to add one last touch before it starts. I'm sure he's in heaven, beaming his glorious smile at all of God's beautiful creation. I'll miss him. |
| A Parishoner at St. Vincent de Paul Shortly after arriving at St. Vincent's, it may have been his first Sunday to address the parish, Father John recalled that while attending the funeral for Msgr. Jamail and witnessing the outpouring of grief and affection from the parish, he commented to one of his colleagues "who would dare follow this man into this job" as pastor of St. Vincent de Paul? -- only to be tapped for the position himself a few months later. He was amused at the irony of it. I will miss his sense of humor. Father John will also be a hard act to follow. St. Vincent's has been very blessed to have him as our pastor. I will always be grateful to him for introducing me to the Divine Mercy. The sermon he gave on his first Divine Mercy Sunday at St. Vincent's gave me goose bumps. Father John, may you rest in peace and may eternal light shine on you. Cole Dietrich |
| Ejikeme Steven Okoroha Jr. Father John was my favorite Pastor, truly the best I have ever had. He was a tremendous spiritual role model for me and I would always look forward to hearing his homilies. He has been my Pastor for many years now, even when I attended St. Laurence in Sugar Land. He has taught me personally what it means to be a better Christian and what the true meaning of doing God's will is. He will be greatly missed and I hope his soul rests in perfect peace. May his family find peace in their time of suffering. |
| Family of Louis O. (Pete) Willrich III Father John was such a blessing to our family! He presided over several important events for our family, some while he was ill. We are so sad that he is gone, but so grateful for his life and his service. Thanks be to God for his time with us and for granting him peace. We pray for peace for his family and all those who mourn his passing. |
| Jessica Montalbo I started the RCIA class this past summer, and in September Father John did our Rite of Welcoming. I remember him well because he did have a wonderful voice. I did not know him...but just hearing him speak was amazing. I'm sorry to hear of his passing, but comforted to know he is in a better place. My prayers are with his family and friends. |
| oscar sarabia jr Thank you for your counsel during my time of need. |
| St. Laurence Parishoner I especially want to thank Fr. John for his dedication to the Divine Mercy and for introducing it to me and our family. Through his faith and wisdom, I always know even in hurried moments, I can say the simple prayer 'Jesus, I trust in You'. Fr. John will be missed, but faith lives on. May the perpetual light shine upon him. |
| Susan Stephenson I meet Father John during a very difficult time in my life. His guidance helped me beyond measure, more maybe than he ever knew. I will miss him, but know he is now at peace with the Lord. Jesus, I trust in you. |
| The Pennell Family How he will be missed! We thank God for the gift of Fr. John and we take comfort in knowing he now rests in peace. We pray that his loved ones find comfort also. |
| Ann and Mike Valdez Fr John is my cousin. He was an inspiration to our family. His devotion to his parents and siblings was above and beyond all measure. We all attended his ordination to celebrate the blessed life he chose. We were blessed to have him celebrate the sacraments for our family. Our grandmother always put a rosary in our hands as infants and said we were going to be a priest or a nun. Fr. John practiced saying Mass at a very young age. He followed his childhood dream - and found a perfect fit for himself. Fr John married and baptized many of our family. It was always a relief when he was leading our family in the sacraments. He enjoyed coming to Iowa to enjoy the mild weather and visit with his Aunts Catherine and Rose. Bluffton, the town that was home to our great grandparents, was where he wanted to have his final rest. Our family knows that he felt as strongly about his church family. I am sure we will never know the extent of the impact he made on others. His passion for the Divine Mercy was endless. The concelebration of mass at his bedside the night he died will be remembered by me as the most generous gift from Fr's Antony and Pham and the appreciation was expressed with a thumbs up by Fr John when he could barely move. His happy laugh, his appreciation of a good story, the companionship of his dogs and his love of the blessed sacrments will always stand out in my thoughts. Jesus, I trust in you. Ann Valdez |
| SVDP Parishioner My fondest memory of Father John is his sing-song voice. God gave him such a great gift of speech and enunciation that it always kept one attentive and interested his sermons, never bored. Of course his sermons were always wonderful, but he could have made an instruction booklet sound interesting! Then again, I guess he did give us instructions on life... I will miss him! |
| Robert & Elizabeth Jaros May God grant you the reward you justly deserve. You will be missed by our family but not forgotten in prayers. |
| Tina Thomas Fr. John was the pastor at St. Laurence in Sugar Land. This is where I went to church with my family when I was growing up. I did my confirmation there. I went to daily mass during the summers there with my mother in the Divine Mercy Chapel that Fr. John built. When I returned to Houston after college to attend medical school, I found out that my local church was St. Vincent de Paul. I was delighted to find out that the same pastor I had grown up with, Fr. John, was pastor here now. All of this gave me the privilege of really getting to know Fr. John quite well. I have never met a priest who has made more of an impact on my life. His sermons were profound. He had the gift of saying so much with so few words. There was not a sermon of his that did not leave me thinking, leave me inspired, leave me that much more determined to live my life for God. That is what Fr. John did. He dedicated his life to doing God's work. Anyone who knew him knew he was a simple man with a deep devotion to God. Even when he was really sick, I would see him serving God in any way he could. If that meant just being at mass to serve Holy Communion, that is what Fr. John did. The last time Fr. John got really sick, I joked to him that he had to get better because he was the one I wanted to do my wedding. Although he won't be able to be there now, I know the things he has taught me will stay with me for the rest of my life. Fr. John's dedication to the Divine Mercy and his willingness to always 'trust' in God's will for his life have inspired more people than he will ever know. It is with this same trust that I am able to find comfort in his death, knowing that this was God's will for him and that he is now in God's loving arms. |
| Mark Preslock Fr. John was a kind and gentle man who always had a smile on his face. He helped me to find happiness. I always felt a warmth in his presence. The love I feel for him is only matched by how much I miss him now that he is gone. Rest in Peace Fr. John, I will never forget you. |
| Jim & Yvette Crumbliss Father John Weyer was God's gift to St. Laurence Parish, where we knew him, as I'm sure the parishioners at St. Vincent de Paul also feel. He possessed the right mix of priestly attributes; love of God, devotion to the faith, caring about people, and of course, great hair. His homilies were memorable as was his distain for reminding parishioners it was time for Capital Campaign, Diocesan Campaign, etc. He disliked the administrative part of being the pastor, but reveled in being the parish priest. Fr. John was devoted to The Divine Mercy and St. Maria Faustina and enthusiastically created The Chapel of The Divine Mercy at St. Laurence, and was similarly enthusiastic about developing one at St. Vincent de Paul. Yvette and I feel both fortunate and blessed to have known Fr. John Weyer. He was more than our pastor, he was our friend. We will miss him. |
| Adela Alvarez Thank you Father John for your teachings on The Divine Mercy, St. Faustina and Eucharist Adoration, I'm sure you are facing the light of God, the red and white rays emmanated from the heart of Jesus Christ."Jesus I trust in You" You showed me the way. |
| George Mannickarottu Dear Fr. John, as you were called by Jesus Christ for eternal life with him, we the members of the St. Peter's Malankara Catholic Church, Houston extend our deepest condolence. You were a good friend and were helping as when we were having our Sunday Masses in the Divine Mercy chapel of St. Laurence Church at Sugar Land. We are sure you are in the Hands of the Almighty Father. Our prayers are always with you. With love and prayers, George Mannickarottu |
| Jim and Carmen Fitzpatrick At a Family Guild function, we had Fr Weyer over for our home blessing in April 2008. He loved Mexican food and we had homemade Mexican food for him, which he devoured with such joy, even though he was sick. He had such a good time that night and we all enjoyed his wonderful company and laughter. We are so blessed to have had the privilege of knowing him better and having him bless our home. His presence meant so much to us! |
| Neera Arya Father John was my childhood priest at St. Laurence when I was a little girl. I have many fond memories of him coming to my house to chat with my dad and mom. He also did my first communion. My family and I had lost contact with him when he transferred parishes, but he always remained in our hearts. We pray to the lord to help us cope with this sad loss.Father John was a great man, a wonderful priest, and a very dear friend of mine. May his soul rest in peace. |
| The Melancon Family Father John wed me and my husband in 2005. I can never forget the conversations we had before the wedding, during the wedding, and after the wedding. He is an excellent teacher and his spirit will live on within us forever. |
| The Nicholls Fr. John definitely had a special place in my heart. He was my childhood priest in Katy since I was 3 years old, and he married my mom to my stepfather. I remember getting really upset and crying to my mom when I found out he was leaving our church. I have always thought of him, and when I moved back to Houston, we decided to join SVDP, and I didn't find out for a couple months that Fr. John was the same Fr. John from my childhood; my mom had to point it out to me. I was so excited to find him again. I will miss him tremendously, he was a great priest and a great man. He will always be remembered. |
| Debbie Payne There are special people who help us along the way in our life journey. They are truly gifts from God. Father John, thank you for being one of these special people and leading such an incredible parish! I have always enjoyed coming to St. Vincent De Paul when I am here in Houston. May God bless you and give comfort to your family, friends and parishioners. Thank you for making this church such a warm and welcoming place. We will miss you. |
| Keith & Melanie Burrhus We will never forget Father John praying over us after we were grieved to learn of a miscarriage. His comforting counsel was straight from the Holy Spirit. My brother-in-law went through RCIA at St. Laurence, and during the Easter Vigil that year I will never forget Father John's words during that celebration as he wept, "this is our holiest hour." We love you Father John. How blessed we are to have known you! Jesus we trust in you. |
| Michael and Marla Siwierka Father John is the primary reason why our Knights of Columbus #11343 was started at St. Laurence Catholic Church in Sugar Land. Sir Knight (District Deputy at the time) Jim Collins (St. Theresa's) and I met with him shortly after he was installed as Pastor. He enthusiastically facilitated the establishment of the new council and supported me becoming our Founding Grand Knight. He loved the fellowship and attended almost every meeting and function as our Chaplain, Brother and friend. He LOVED everything good, everything Holy, and was indeed a very holy man. He touched our lives so deeply. My girlfriend and later, wife, Marla was in RCIA at St. Laurence when he arrived. He married us before 300 people. We will never forget our first dance at the reception. Father John actually cut in. As I watched "our" first dance from the sidelines, I couldn't help but love him, and saw and felt how much he loved us and those around him. His mother was also an special "gift" to my family. I always felt his presense in our home too. Our first house was the former Church Rectory. Our beloved Pastor, friend and inspiration to my family is now so greatly missed. We will always love Father John, and will continue to pray for him, and seek his spiritual guidance in our lives. |
| A Grateful Soul Fr. John's great devotion to the Divine Mercy was part of the miracle that brought me back to the Church. He was kind enough to meet with me a few times after my return and each time I came away with a sense of peace. He knew how to find God in living and in dying. I am thankful that his suffering has ended and his eternal joy has begun. |
| Linda Holzhauser I have so many memories of Fr. John; my parents were parishoners when he was assigned to Epiphany; he did my nephews' first communions and my sister's wedding. Several years later when he was assigned to St. Laurence my parents were living in New Territory and attending Holy Rosary but decided to come to St. Laurence because of Fr. John. They would sit in the same pew every Saturday at the 6:00 mass; when my dad took ill and had to use an oxygen tank, Fr. John told him that the good Lord would understand if he didn't come to church, but of course being the strict Catholic that he was he and my mom would still attend mass. My dad passed away in January of 2000 and Fr. John did the funeral mass. I'm sure my parents will welcome him with open arms. Sleep in heavenly peace Fr. John!! |
| Margarita Dufilho I will always remember Fr. John by his positive attitude and his love for the Divine Mercy. Jesus, I trust in you! Fr. John has joined your Saints and Angels and may he send us his blessing! What a privilege to have met him! |
| Millie Foye Just as Fr. John shared his health and energy with us when he first came to St. Vincent's, so he shared his illness and dying with his parish. He said Mass or was on the altar until the end. His humility, his hope, his trust in God, his peace in the face of death and suffering - all of these qualities were gifts to his flock. I shall be forever grateful to God and to Fr. John for the gift of his living and the gift of his dying. |
| Santiago Rios I had the honor and privilege to attend to his mass, and listen to him. A fine, kind servant of God. God bless him. |
| St. Laurence Parishoner Fr. John taught me it's a father's right and privilege to bless his children. 10 yrs later I still bless my 3 boys each night at bed time, asking for God's blessing. May God bless you as well, Fr. John. |
| The Cullen Family We moved into the St. Laurence Parish 3 months after Fr. John became pastor. We soon recognized his gentle spirit and great faith. We would like to thank him for bringing three wonderful things into our lives at St. Laurence. The Knights of Columbus, the Catholic Daughters of America and Divine Mercy. Thank you for your wonderful service to Our Lord and Savior. |
| The Ruiz Family As a past member of St. Laurence Parish, and a charter member of the Knights of Columbus Council 11343, I can only state how blessed and thankful to God for such a great gift to all who were touched by Father John. His homilies came from the heart and were always inspirational. He truly was a Knight of Columbus in both thought, word and deed. Surely he is at rest with God and His angels and His saints. Vivat Jesus! Vincent Ruiz |
| M. Edward Burdzinski I have had the blessed honor of assisting Fr. John at weekend morning mass. Seeing him up close, you couldn't help noticing the holy peace that surrounded him during the mass. At the consecration, there was especially, he exhibited a renewed strength and devotion. We have all been blessed beyond measure due his answering God's call to his vocation. |
| A Visitor We were attending St. Vincent De Paul church for the last 4 years and Fr. John was the celebrant for the very first mass we attended there. Right from that day, we wished Fr. John were the celebrant of the mass every time we went there. Somehow, Fr. John was able to come deep to our minds and was successful in creating an invisible bridge between our minds and with God. We'll miss all that. Our prayers will be with you, Fr. John. RIP. |
| Deacon Bob Dunham Like Jimmy Holzhauser and others, my wife and I met John Weyer as a seminarian. Bishop Rizzotto seemed to welcome many seminarians to St. Francis de Sales. Fr. John has served faithfully at several parishes. When he was transferred to St. Laurence, I went to a 9:00 am Mass during his second week there. After the majority of people had greeted him - and departed - I asked if I could call and set up an appointment to visit with him - to discuss assisting him as a deacon. He replied, "No need to call. Come as soon as you can." We picked up where we left off several years before. One of the most profound attributes of Fr. John is his devotion to Sr. Faustina - and his pride in building the Divine Mercy Chapel there at St. Laurence. A noted author once said, "Grief is the price we pay for love." There will be a great deal of grief in our community due to Fr. John's call to his eternal reward. We know that he is in a better place. Its still hard to turn loose. |
| Horacio and Mirta Fernandez Blessed are the dead who die Trusting in Jesus the Lord ! May Fr. John rest in the peace of Christ ! We are going to miss his presence and his voice proclaiming the Word of God at Sunday's Mass. His warm handshake and his friendly smile also will be missed;but we will keep his memory in our heart forever. |
| Kozuch Family My family has known Fr John since he was a pastor at St. Laurence in Sugar Land. With his guidance, he and his team created a Youth Minstry that introduced my husband and I when we were just in high school. Years later, Fr John married my husband and I in Sugar Land in 2000. We last visited Fr. John at St. Vincent's in 2006 when friends of ours were married by him. With his help, he was able to guide my husband and I to build a strong marriage and strong family in the Catholic faith. He means so much to us, and we are so deeply saddened to hear of his passing. To all who have been touched by his faith, his guidance, and his love - we are so lucky to have had him in our lives, and am comforted that he is with our Lord. God Bless you! Walter & Deborah Kozuch |
| Malgorzata Z. Dabrowska I was a temporary parishoner of St. Vincent de Paul during three years of my work at Rice University as a Visiting Professor. I was always touched by Father John's homilies. I missed them when he started his chemotherapy. I wished he would win his battle with cancer. I am sorry to hear that he lost. The only consolation is that in all our battles God doesn't leave us. |
| Pam White Fr. John, I told you when you left St. Laurence that I was a better person for knowing you. You leave behind a legacy of love and kindness; and we are so grateful that you gave us Divine Mercy. May you rest now in the arms of the angels and God's sweet mercy. We will miss you. |
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