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Charles Weaver Obituary
February 23, 1932 - July 6, 2019
Durham, NC
Charles F. Weaver passed away on Saturday morning, July 6, 2019, at the age of 87, in Durham, North Carolina. He is survived by son Charles R. Weaver, daughter in law Celia Weaver, daughter Ann, sister Margo Simmons and nephew Gregory Simmons.
Born February 23, 1932 in Washington DC to Charles and Anita, Weaver attended college at Notre Dame prior to serving in the US Army during the Korean War. Weaver played French horn in the 5th Army Band.
After leaving the army he studied French horn with famed horn player Philip Farkas of Chicago. After playing in New Orleans, Weaver was hired by renowned French composer and conductor Paul Paray to play horn with the Detroit Symphony. He remained with the symphony for over 25 years, during which time he participated in many recordings, played chamber music, and went on several world tours.
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Robert Lundquist
November 19, 2023
I played violin in the Notre Dame Orchestra and South Bend Symphony with Charles and was with him the first two years in high school. He was an outstanding musician and good friend.
Bob Lundquist
October 25, 2021
I was in the South Bend Symphony and Notre Dame Orchestra with Charles. He was a world class French Horn player and a fine friend.
Jody Kuhn
August 4, 2019
To family and friends of Charlie, what a smart man that a 15 minute discussion could go on for hours. I remember the many dinners and chats we had on the Old Testament, politics, music and life. I am so happy I could count him as a friend.
August 3, 2019
Charlie! I sure hope you got your swipes In.
Well!? Well done!! Paul Ganson
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Celia Weaver
July 15, 2019
I'm so happy to know you're in Heaven, playing beautiful music, with your beloved French horn. God Bless you Dad. Charlie and I love you ❤
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