Wilson Weaver

1984 - 2017

Wilson Weaver, a respected motion picture dolly grip, passed away in Savannah, Ga., on Dec. 29, 2016. Memorials: Memorial contributions can be made to "Our Planet. Theirs Too" or to a charity of one's choice. Wilson was born on Feb. 5, 1984, in Fort Worth. He graduated from Colleyville Heritage High School and from Ole Miss in Oxford, Mississippi. He also studied cinematography at the New York Film Academy in Los Angeles, Calif. Through his creativity, ambition to excel, and his tireless work to perfect his craft, Wilson became a sought after member of the IATSE theatrical stage union in Los Angeles. His recent television and film credits include "The Mindy Project", "Big Love", "True Blood", "Children's Hospital", "Grey's Anatomy" and "After Earth." Wilson was pursuing his MFA in Photography at the Savannah College of Art and Design when he passed away. Wilson lived his life with loving compassion and with gratitude for his fiance, family, friends, and even strangers. He was humble about his significant achievements, and he tried to be a good example to others. He persevered in all that he did and all that he believed in. Even when faced with adversity, he strove to create opportunity. Wilson continually sought to bring about change for the good. He lived a life of integrity, and he exemplified love and respect for all humanity. He brought much joy to his family and friends through his kindness and through his extraordinary sense of humor. He was greatly loved and will be deeply missed. Wilson was preceded in death by his mother, Elizabeth Hardin Weaver; and by grandparents, Virginia Weaver and John and Juanita Hardin. Survivors: Wilson is survived by his fiancee, Brianna Lopez of Salt Lake City, Utah; grandfather, Lloyd J. Weaver of Fort Worth; father, Timothy J. Weaver and wife, Becky of Dallas; brother, Tim A. Weaver of Arlington; niece, Savannah Weaver; uncle and aunt Dan and Clare Weaver of Dallas; cousin, Katie Weaver of New York City; many cousins; and many dear friends.