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Dr. John C. Weiser

Dr. John C. Weiser, 81, of 319 Valleyview St., Kent, died Friday, Feb. 14, 2003, at Robinson Me morial Hospital.

He was born Jan. 7, 1922 in St. Paul, Minn. to George C. and Irene A. Weiser. He attended Iron Mountain Michigan College, Northern Michigan University for two years, the University of Iowa earning his BA in 1948 and MA in 1949, and the Western Reserve University, where he earned his Ph.D. in 1961. He was an U.S. Marine serving in World War II in the South Pacific. In 1949 he was appointed Instructor of Speech and Radio at Kent State University and assisted in the formation of WKSU-FM. He was the coordinator of the Radio-TV academic program from 1975 until 1982.

Dr. Weiser was a member of the Christ Episcopal Church in Kent and wrote a History of Christ Episcopal Church 1835-1985, and was inducted into the Akron Radio Hall of Fame in October of 1988. He was awarded the Kent State University Presidents Medal in August of 1989. He also served on the Board of Trustee as County Representa tive of Area Agency on Aging 10B and was vice-president of Board. He served on the Governors Panel, Task Force on Funding of Public Education in Ohio September 2000.

Survivors include his wife, Lenora M. Weiser; sons, John David Weiser of Sacramento, Calif., Michael Al len (Opal) Weiser of Sacramento, Calif. and James Richard (Lisa) Weiser of Akron; two grandchildren; brother, G. Thomas (Joyce) Weiser of Vienna, Va.; and sister, Marilyn Peck of Rochester, Minn. He was preceded in death by his brother, F. Robert Weiser.

There will be no calling hours. Memorial services will be held Thursday, 4 p.m. at Christ Episco pal Church with Rev. Reid Hamilton officiating. Bissler & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory in Kent is handling the arrangements. Memo rials may be made to Christ Episcopal Church, 118 South Mantua St., Kent, Ohio 44240; WKSU-FM, 1613 E. Summit St., Kent, Ohio 44240; or the Area Agency on Aging, 1550 Corporate Woods Pkwy, Uniontown, Ohio 44685. (Bissler & Sons Funeral Home,

330-673-5857.)

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Feb. 16, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for John Weiser

9 Entries

Jim Weiser

February 23, 2003

On behalf of my mother, brothers, aunts and uncles, I would like to say thanks to all who have offered prayers, condolences, encouragement, and support during this very difficult time. The outpouring of kindness has been astounding and will not be forgotten. God bless you.

Jeff Phelps

February 19, 2003

To the Weiser Family,

I was one of Dr. Weiser's students at KSU. He was a wonderful teacher, and an even better friend.

Several of the things he mentioned on the first day of my Intro to Broadcasting class have always stayed with me....

1. It's a crazy business!

2. If anyone can talk you out of going into broadcasting, let them. If you can be talked out of it, you probably don't have the desire the profession demands.

3. You haven't made it in broadcasting until you've been fired!

I actually repeat those words anytime I speak to students about broadcasting. In fact, I repeated them today to a TV class at Amherst High School, giving Dr. Weiser proper credit, of course.

My last year at KSU was the year of Dr. Weiser's retirement. We spoke after the graduation ceremony, and I'll always appreciate his kind words, his friendship and his knowledge that he was always willing to share.

Jeff Phelps

KSU, 1982.

Bob and Carol Sample

February 19, 2003

Dear Jim and Lisa,

Please accept our most heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. We know your father will always remain in the memories of those who loved, respected, and treasured him.

Our prayers are with you and your family.

Greg Taylor

February 18, 2003

We are all sadden by the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. His life among us was marked not so much by words as by his manner of living. He was a warm and wonderful gentleman, a great friend to my parents. His faith in our Lord has assured his acceptance into that Holy Kingdom which Christ promised. God bless you all.

Max Fischer

February 18, 2003

Dear Jim,

I echo Amy's sentiment. Your father led a full life, rich in experiences. I pray your memories will be of comfort to you, and that the Lord will be of even greater support in your time of loss.

Max

John Mess

February 18, 2003

Jim, Sorry to hear of your father passing onto the Lord. We will be praying for your families comfort and peace.

1 Cor 15:52 in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, and the dead will be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed.

Briana (Mrs. James) Caccamo

February 16, 2003

The Kent Historical Society, along with KSU, has lost a wonderful person. John always had great stories to tell about his life and was a man of many accomplishments. My sympathies go out to his wife and family.

Amy Gilbert

February 16, 2003

Dear Jim, It sounds like your dad was quite a guy, and I pray that the good memories will comfort you in what must be a very difficult time. Wishing you strength, Amy

The Staff of Bissler & Sons Funeral Home

February 16, 2003

Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.

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