Joseph Kenneth Weathers, Sr.

Joseph Kenneth (J.K.) Weathers, the son of the late Willie and Hattie Reid Weathers, was born on July 6, 1936 in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. He departed this life on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at his residence.

J.K. received his education in the Berkeley County School System and was an avid fan of the Berkeley High School Stags.

J.K. joined the United States Army and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict. After receiving an honorable discharge, J.K. obtained a job with the United States Postal Service in New York City, where he worked for 35 years before retiring.

J.K. was united in holy matrimony to Evelyn Grant. This union was blessed with two sons, Robert Stewart and Joseph K. Weathers, Jr.

He was preceded in death by: his parents, Willie and Hattie Weathers; his wife, Evelyn G. Weathers; his son, Joseph K. Weathers, Jr. and a brother, Willie Weathers, Jr.

He was a member of Grace Reformed Episcopal Church.

Those left to cherish his memory are: his son, Robert Stewart (Vanessa); three grandchildren, Robin Stewart, Brandon Stewart (Kelly) and Zaria Stewart; his uncle, Isaac Reid; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. 

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, May 26, 2023, 11:00 a.m., at Grace Reformed Episcopal Church, 401 Stoney Landing Road, Moncks Corner, SC. Interment will be in J.K. Weathers Cemetery, Moncks Corner, SC. Viewing will be held on Thursday, 4:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.