Gay Lynn Weir
August 6, 1936 - January 13, 2020
Gay Lynn (Brewington) Weir, age 83 of Santa Rosa, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 13, 2020 at her home under the care of hospice. Gay was born in Herington, KS on August 6, 1936 to Leo Brewington and Hildegarde (Elsasser) Brewington. Gay grew up in Durango, CO, with her sister Shari, where she met her lifelong friend and "poetry partner" Sally Evans. She became an accomplished clarinetist and pianist, and she graduated from the University of Colorado in 1958 with a degree in music education, which she used in teaching, conducting, composing and performing. She married the love of her life, John Weir, in 1962, and in 1963 they moved to Thailand for John's work. They later settled in Sonoma, California with their two sons, Leo David and Sean. In Sonoma, Gay taught kindergarten at Prestwood Elementary School for 25 years, where she formed a legendary teaching duo with her friend and partner Susan Zinn. Throughout her life, Gay was known for her unfailing generosity of spirit, frequently hosting dinner parties, cocktail hours and bridge clubs. She also took immense joy in attending classical music performances. Gay was resilient, passionate and cheerful to the end, and she became a friend to seemingly everyone who crossed her path. In doing so, she made an indelible impact on the world. Gay was preceded in death by her husband John, and is survived by sons David Weir and Sean Weir (spouse Malei), sister Shari Dobbins (Lauris), niece Angela Dobbins (Heather) and grandchildren Reuben Weir and Easton Weir, as well as beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and friends. A celebration of life will be held on February 15 at 1 p.m. at the Oakmont Village East Recreation Center in Santa Rosa. Donations in Gay's honor may be made to St. Joseph's Indian School: www.stjo.org; and condolences and flowers may be sent to Daniels Chapel of the Roses, 1225 Sonoma Ave., Santa Rosa, 95405.

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Published by Press Democrat on Jan. 26, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Gay Weir

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Laura Cannuli

August 14, 2020

I was so saddened to hear about Mrs. Weir passing.
She was a mentor to me while I attended Sonoma Valley High School’s Work Experience Program. I worked in her class at Prestwood Elementary School Kindergarten!
What a fantastic teacher. I learned so much. I moved to Sacramento , went to college and became a Preschool Teacher and Director for many years. Also I’m sure her sons will not remember this but I babysat for Mr. and Mrs. Weir. I hope her family feels Peace knowing Mrs. Weir was such an awesome Lady!!

Angela Dobbins

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Lynn Goodrich

February 4, 2020

Gay and I were friends for 50 years. We were Kindergarten teachers when we first met. We had even more in common in family life and retirement over the years. Gay was a talented and inspiring musician. I was impressed by the beautiful singing voices she drew from 30 wiggly 5 year olds. Gay and I traveled together in Europe, Michigan, Arizona, Mexico, and the western coast of the US and Canada.
Even tho Gay had continuing and recurring health issues, she was always ready for an adventure, a celebration, or a new learning experience. We shared cocktails, stories and laughter. I miss the cheery greetings, the great laugh and the compassionate listener who was always ready with a supportive shoulder when needed. Farewell, my friend!

Catherine Herrod

January 28, 2020

Wow.......Mrs. Weir was my kindergarten teacher at Prestwood back in the day. I lost track of her years ago but I will always remember how she incorporated music into the day as that was my favorite thing to do back then. All these years later, I became a substitute teacher (at Prestwood among other places) and am proud to say Mrs. Weir was one of the teachers I have had that inspired me to go into education myself. Thank you for everything that you taught me Mrs. Weir. Rest in peace.

Alison Brown

January 27, 2020

We met Gay when her family moved onto our street back in the 60's.I used to Babysit for her kids, she did my hair for the prom when it fell down right before my date got there,and she was a best friend of my Mom's for 50+ years. She was always a cheerful fun person.My heart goes out to all who loved her.

Jen Hofmann

January 27, 2020

Mrs. Weir and Mrs. Zinn (Littlefield) were my kindergarten teachers at Prestwood and Mrs. Weir kept in touch for all of these years. Sending my love and condolences to her family and friends. She was a gem and such an amazing teacher and I feel so blessed to have had her in my life.

Martha King

January 26, 2020

With gratitude, I will always remember Gay as my "Cousin Dear" and my friend. Our mothers, Hildegarde and Elvera, were such good sister- friends who enjoyed German cooking, their Saturday morning phone calls and calling each other "Sister Dear." Gay and I loved to talk about so many things including family memories. She was a joy who enjoyed music and art, color and her home, Sonoma and wine, friends and family, laughter and nostalgia. Sweet mother, sweet grandmother, sweet friend and sweet Cousin Dear.
Martha

Tracy Smith

January 26, 2020

I never had the privilege of meeting Gay in person, but I spoke to her many times with her son, Leo David (Dave). I could tell she was an exceptional woman, mother, grandmother and friend. My heart filled condolences to the entire Weir Family. Tracy Smith

January 26, 2020

Mavis and I had so many good times when Gay visited Oklahoma. We also enjoyed her hospitality when we would visit Cali. We still talked frequently. She will be missed. Love you Gay! May peace come to David, Sean, Shari and the grandsons.

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