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Robert Wease Obituary
Staunton - Colonel Robert Houston Wease of Staunton died peacefully at home on Friday, November 22, 2019.
Born in Lincolnton, NC on August 29, 1932, Bob was the son of C. C. Wease and Annie Mae Schrum Wease. He is survived by his wife Mary Alice Heavner Wease, son Timothy Dmitri Wease, daughter Allyson Wease Watkins (Jim), and grandchildren Mary Margaret Watkins, Alexandra Claire Wease, and Robert Wease Watkins. He is also survived by his twin brother James Hugh Wease (Cynthia), and brother William Louie Wease (Lois).
Bob served in the U.S. Air Force in the Korean War, and graduated from East Carolina College. He dedicated his life to teaching, 20 years at Staunton Military Academy, and 33 years at Fishburne Military School. Bob's devotion and care for his cadets was absolute. His fairness, deliberate manner, and quiet and civil demeanor commanded attention and respect, and he touched the lives and shaped the character of countless thousands of young men. His influence and legacy will be enjoyed for many, many years to come.
A celebration of Bob's life will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church in Staunton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Staunton Military Academy Alumni Foundation, Fishburne Military School, or the Gypsy Hill Park Campaign.
Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.henryfuneralhome.net.
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David Hemby
November 20, 2024
10:46 am. Hard to believe that it has been almost 5 years. 10:47 am.
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August 19, 2024
6:35 pm. Thought of you. 6:36 pm.
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November 22, 2023
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December 5, 2019
Mary Alice, condolences to you and your family for your loss.
Ron and Chris Cartwright
December 3, 2019
I remember Robert from my 3 years at SMA. He was an innovative and consummate teacher, a true Southern gentleman, a friend and mentor to all his students, and a role model that gave us all a road map to success in life. I always looked for him at reunions and will miss him terribly. God Bless Major Wease. Dt
November 30, 2019
Mary Alice, I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you. May God keep you in his arms.
Iris Carr
Sue Rose
November 29, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss Mrs. Wease, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Maurice Smith
November 29, 2019
Mary Alice, we are so very sorry to hear of Robert's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
david cope
November 26, 2019
Sorry for your loss Mrs Wease and family
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