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William "Bill" Weir Jr.

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William Weir Obituary

William "Bill" Weir, Jr., age 69, was born on March 18, 1954 in New Orleans, LA passed away peacefully on Monday, April 10, 2023. He worked at the Hilton Double Tree Hotel and the Orleans Country Club as a waiter for many years. William was the proud father of Sirmara Williams. Loving brother of Michael Weir, Sr., Harold Weir (Robin), Onelia Addison (Sterling), Barbara Weir and Trina Weir. Beloved uncle of Aisha Weir (Walter), Carnell Weir, Michael J. Weir, Jr., and Lee B. Wilson. Also survived by 1 grandchild Caleb D. McGee, 5 aunts, 1 uncle, and a host of cousins, family and friends. William was preceded in death by his parents William Weir, Sr. and Delores O. Weir, and his nephew Glendell Weir. Relatives and friends of the family, also the staff of the Hilton Double Tree Hotel and the Orleans Country Club are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, 2120 Jackson Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70113, at 10:00 a.m. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Interment Providence Memorial Park, 8200 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA 70003. A Traditional Jazz Funeral. All those in attendance are encouraged to wear a face mask. You may sign the guest book on www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com. Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home Inc., in charge, (504) 522-2525.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Apr. 20, 2023.

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Locardier Fontenette

April 23, 2023

Sending my condolences and prayers to the Weir Family.
Rest In Peace my Friend!

Denise Murray Hughes

April 21, 2023

Rest in Heaven Brother Weir. Denise Murray Hughes and Family

Debra Young

April 20, 2023

To the Weir family. Earth has no sorrow which Heaven can not heal. (WMTM) Will continue to keep Brother Weir and the other family members in prayer.

Donald Morgan

April 18, 2023

Condolences to the Weir Family. We were friends for over 30 years. May he rest in peace.

Carolyn Blackman

April 18, 2023

To the Weir Family:
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Keep the memories. You all have my sympathy and I pray God’s strength and Blessings upon this family in Jesus Wonderful Name

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