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William Robert Weiss, Sr. (Bill), 80

July 15, 2025

William Robert Weiss, Sr. (Bill), 80, of Lancaster, PA passed away July 15, 2025. Born in New York, he was the son of the late Ludwig and Rita (Siems) Weiss.

Bill was married to Jeanne Weiss, and together they shared 57 years of loving marriage. He was a member of the Saint John Neumann Catholic Church. Bill worked as a Chemical Engineer and Project Manager in the aerospace and pharmaceutical industries. He was an avid traveler and spent much of his career immersed in foreign culture. He enjoyed gardening, cooking, crossword puzzles, formula one racing, bicycling, and model railroads. Above all, Bill cherished spending time with friends and family, recounting the stories of his journeys across the globe.

Bill is survived by his beloved wife, Jeanne, and his children: John Weiss, husband of Karl Boggs; Joseph Weiss, husband of Kristin Dodds; William Weiss, Jr., husband of Robin Weiss; and Michael Weiss, husband of Shannon Small. Also surviving him are his granddaughters, Ana and Sophia Weiss. Bill is preceded in death by his brother, George Weiss.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Bill’s memorial service at Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz PA 17543, on Monday, July 21, 2025, at 11:30 AM. Friends may visit with the family from 10:30 AM until the time of service.

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Condolences to the Family

July 21, 2025

I’m deeply sorry for your loss. Losing a parent is one of life’s hardest moments, and my heart is with you and your family as you grieve. I have warm memories of spending time at your home growing up. I hope you find comfort in the memories you shared and strength in the love that surrounds you during this difficult time.
Dan Dolan

July 20, 2025

I never met Mr. Bill Weiss, but one could say I have become familiar with him through the friendships I’ve made with Mike and Joe. You can often know the character of someone through their children, and best believe they are stand up men. His wisdom and ingenuity as an engineer is also evident in his boys who have found their own but similar paths as they design, and build within their own careers. I’m grateful for the imprint Mr. and Ms. Weiss made in shaping them into the people I’ve had the privilege of befriending.
 
Rest easy, Mr. Bill Weiss, and continue to live long and prosper through your children and grandchildren.
Eric King and family

July 19, 2025

The day Bill and I met was on halloween 1951 he stopped at my house to trick or treat. I had just moved 
into our new home that very day.  74 years have since gone by and through those years we kept in touch.
During our early years together we worked, camped, scuba dived, and boated together.  We each stood as
each others best man.  What great years and times we had together.  Loosing Bill was like loosing a brother.
I’ll miss him till we meet again.    Walter Dieckmann

July 19, 2025

We are sorry for your loss. We think of you all often, but especially during this very difficult time. We hope your memories give you comfort as you mourn the loss of a Husband, Father and Grandfather. Cory Montgomery

July 17, 2025

Last memory of Mr Weiss was Memorial Day picnic with the family and friends. He sat down and wanted to talk about honeybees. Great last conversation, peace to you and your family, and all the best on your next journey. Doug Armstrong

July 17, 2025

Thank you Bill for your friendship over the many years you were our neighbor.  You insights and wit about politics and life will be sorely missed. Jeffrey Slater

Visitation
Monday, July 21, 2025
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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