Russell L. Weiser, 88

December 17, 2024

Russell L. Weiser, 88, of East Petersburg, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Born in York, PA, he was the son of the late Clement Russell Weiser and Mary Elizabeth (Shultz) Weiser. He was the husband of Anne Weiser who passed away in 2019.

He was a graduate of York High School where he was a star athlete in football and track. Russell’s track team won the state championship in the 4×400 meter run which at that time was a state record. He also won several individual District 3 track titles. After high school, Russell proudly served in the Navy for four years as a Machinist Mate.

Russell worked as a tool and die draftsman for many years, later in his career he worked as a boiler inspector at Burnham Boiler. In his spare time, he enjoyed golfing, hunting, camping, woodworking, and doing small projects around his home. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends while enjoying a good meal at his favorite restaurant.

He was a long time, active member of Church of the Apostles, UCC where he served on the Property Committee and participated in the men’s breakfast group.

Russell is survived by two children: Eric Weiser, husband of Susan of Lititz, and Allison Weiser of Christiana, PA. Also surviving is his grandson, Zach Weiser.

Friends are invited to visit with Russell’s family on Friday, January 3, 2025, from 10:00 -11:00AM at Church of the Apostles, 1850 Marietta Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603, with the Memorial Service to follow at 11:00 AM. Private Interment will take place in the church’s Memorial Garden. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Russell’s memory may be made to Pennsylvania Wounded Warriors, Inc. 1013 Mumma Road, Suite 103, Wormleysburg, PA 17043. To contribute online visit pawoundedwarriors.org/donate.