John Weitnauer

The Ferst family is so sad to hear of John's passing, but glad to know how peaceful and intentional it was. Our father, Alvin Ferst, preceded John at Georgia Tech, Rich's and Lenbrook! They shared so much history. John will be missed and his memory is a blessing. Leigh and Leslie Ferst (the twins)

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Men of Mr John's caliber co.e along once in a lifetime. It was an honor and priviledge to hve known him.

I was one of the lucky ones to have worked at Richway under John's leadership making those years the very best job I ever had in my retailing career. The business world has lost a wonderful and talented gentleman.

I got to meet Mr. Weitnauer when he moved to Lenbrook and he and I became friends. He was always a fair and always treated you with respect. I always admired him so much and enjoyed many conversations with him about football and working on the lathe. He loved those Yellow Jackets. He will surely be missed.

Our condolences to Kit, Penn, David and Meg and all your family. Your family has lost a great patriarch and our world has lost a great man. I had the pleasure of working with John at Rich´s and Richway in the 70´s & 80´s. We co-hosted a Richway Reunion in 1996 and stayed in touch thru the decades. He was a notable leader and will always be a favorite person of mine. He left his mark on many.

John Weitnauer gave me the most meaningful professional advice I ever received while standing with me in the aisle at Richway #8 in Roswell. I think of that conversation often and how it shaped my professional career. God speed, Mr. Weitnauer, and thank you.

Kit, Penn, David and Meg I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was always bigger than life for me growing up across the street from y´all Westchester. I have many great memories of your dad. I send my love and prayers to all ofyou.

The Decatur High School Class of 1960 expresses their sympathy to John´s family and friends as they celebrate all the memories of John´s life. Especially to our classmate, John´s brother, Joel. God bless.

Met your Dad in `74 while a Dept. Mgr. at new Richway in Jonesboro. Proposed idea of live animals inside front door for Frontier Days promo. He loved it. Next day we brought in and corralled a calf and sheep for a few days at the entrance. It was a great hit and I´ll always remember your Dads encouraging spirit to try something new. Eddy