Flint, Michigan
WEISS, Judge Robert E. - Of Grand Blanc, died Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at Genesys Regional Medical Center. Funeral service will be held at 11AM Monday, January 12, 2009 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. Cremation will take place following the service. Those desiring may make contributions to Maltreated Infant/Toddler Court. Visitation 3-7PM Saturday and Sunday at the funeral home. Robert Weiss was born in Grand Blanc, Michigan in 1939, attended schools in Flint, studied at Michigan State University, and obtained his law degree from the University of Detroit School of Law in 1963. He began his law career as a Genesee County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney and would later serve as the Genesee County Prosecutor from 1979 to 1993. In 2002, he was appointed by Governor John Engler to the Genesee County Probate Court and in 2006 as appointed Chief Probate Court Judge assigned to the Family Division. Judge Weiss also practiced law in private practice, was City of Flint Attorney and the General Counsel for Team Management, now Serra Automotive USA. He was very active with the Democratic National Committee and in the early 1970's, Judge Weiss represented them in connection with the Watergate Case - an experience which he loved to talk about even thirty-five years later. He served as a Trustee on the Michigan State Board of Trustees from January 1989 until February 2002. Judge Weiss was a member of many organizations including the Genesee County Child Advocacy Center Board, Genesee County Association of Law Enforcement Officials and the Michigan Bar Association. He was recently appointed to the Michigan State Waterways Commission and was a committee member of the Juvenile Competence Workgroup. Judge Weiss is survived by his wife, Vickie; daughters, Jan (husband Alex Crawford) and Pam (husband Jason Serwa), son, Sandy Ring (wife Jamie). Judge Weiss adored his seven grandchildren: Jake, Charlie, and Ryan Serwa, Ethan and Sloane Crawford, Molly and Casey Ring; sister, Nancy Siegel; nephews and nieces, Mark Siegel, Ellen (Jack) Backstrom and Amy Gottlieb. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
Mr. Weiss was a man that has left a great legacy. Mrs. Weiss was one of my former teachers and one I will never forget. The work Mr. Weiss has done for the youth was selfless. I pray for the Weiss family that they find peace during this difficult time in knowing that he will be remembered for so many things that he accomplished in his life.
AnnMarie Ballinger
January 17, 2009 | Flint, MI
May many arms surround you as you are reminded of everyone who respected and loved Bob and to all of your family as you go through these next few days. You are in my thoughts.
Jan Cornelison
January 11, 2009 | Grand Blanc
Bob was great. I got to know him in his role as Trustee at MSU. He served with distinction. As I'm sure was true in every situation, MSU was better for his service. I'll miss his thoughtful and good natured observations on current affairs. He saw the core issues and the follies of the passing scene, but the follies touched him because he so deeply and evidently cared about his community, the state and the country. My condolences to Vickie and all his family. I hope the pleasures and...
Mark Murray
January 09, 2009 | Grand Rapids, MI
Dear Mrs. Weiss & family,
Many people's hearts today are feeling a profound sadness over the loss of Judge Weiss. May the comfort of your family and friends sustain you in the days ahead. His was a life well lived; love of family, respect of colleagues, and admiration of friends. What a great sense of humor he had....he could always make one laugh in the darkest of moments....and help you see the rainbow after the storm had passed. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Debbie Seven
January 09, 2009 | Roswell
He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed by many.
Debbie Maxwell
January 09, 2009 | Grand Blanc, MI
such a shock he will be missed max kerner court officer jack kerner and family
max kerner
January 09, 2009 | Grand Blanc, MI
