Francis Weber

1936 - 2023

It is with a very heavy heart we announce that Mr. Francis Weber, 87, of Glen Burnie,MD, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2023. He was born on 11/23/36 in Baltimore, MD to Ethel and Joseph Weber. He is preceded in death by his brothers Joseph Weber, Jerome Weber, David Weber and Robert Weber and his sisters Margaret Koerber and Marlene Willey. He is survived by his brother Wayne, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was a machinist for many years and retired in the mid-eighties but his true passion was being a champion pigeon breeder and racer. A lifelong member of the South Baltimore pigeon club and several others Mr. Weber's champion pigeons consistently won numerous races both locally and nationally over the years. His achievements are unmatched to this day. His champion bloodlines also helped countless other pigeon fanciers over numerous decades around the globe excel in the sport. Most of these finishing at or near the top in their respective races. Along with his expertise and dedication to the sport he loved Fran was known for his impeccable care, training, feeding and breeding style of his champion birds, and it showed in his record number of wins, monies earned and respect from his peers around the pigeon world. Mr. Weber was a true icon, legend and most of all a teacher and mentor in the sport that meant so much to him. He will be missed by all in the sport and will not be soon forgotten. Fran loved to spend time with his dog, Melva, and watch the Baltimore Ravens and Orioles; he also loved to spend time with his Nephews and his great niece Kendall Grace, at their home in Millersville where he enjoyed family and friends. Mr. Weber was a deeply religious man who loved his church and faith and was very active in his church activities. He will be sorely missed by his family, friends, and fellow pigeon flyers and all that knew him. We will miss you, Uncle Franny, but know that you are flying high and happy with your pigeons, in Heaven. Interment will immediately follow at Glen Haven Memorial Park (7231 Ritchie Highway, Glen Burnie, MD 21061).