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Jeffrey Weishaar Obituary

JEFFREY G. WEISHAAR, 58 DEC 10, 1954 TO JAN. 27, 2013 ASHTON - Jeffrey G. Weishaar, 58, of Ashton passed away Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013. He was born Dec. 10, 1954, to Norman and Wanda Weishaar. He graduated from Ashton High School in 1973. For over 45 years Jeff entertained with Jeff and His Band and in later years as Jazzy Jeff with his banjo and organ playing big band and Dixieland music throughout the surrounding communities. Much pleasure was brought to all who danced and listened to his musical talents. Jeff also enjoyed providing piano tuning services to his many customers. He is survived by his mother, Wanda Weishaar of Ashton; sister, Jan P. (Brad) Zimmerman of Rice Lake, Wis.; and nephews, Jason William Zimmerman and Ryan Jay Zimmerman. He was preceded in death by father, Norman Weishaar. Funeral service at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 2, at the Ashton Lions Club. Interment in Ashton Cemetery. Visitation from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1, at the Ashton Lions Club, and from 9 a.m. Saturday to time of service. Memorials may be directed to Ashton Lions Club and Sterling Moose Club. Coulon-Lyons Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 815-453-2441 assisted the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be made at coulon-lyonsfamilyfh.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Jan. 30 to Jan. 31, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey Weishaar

15 Entries

Ken Hall

February 6, 2013

Jeff was a great entertainer with a wonderful personality. He played for us and our guests on many weekends during past harvest seasons. Always a smile and always full of energy. We were blessed by "Jazzy Jeff" and his music, and will especially miss his ability to brighten the day of all he met.
- The Edwards Apple Orchard Family

Robert Rub

February 4, 2013

My thoughts & prayers go out to Jeff's family. He was a fine piano tuner and a wonderful guy to know. I will miss him greatly.
Bob Rub
Trinity Lutheran Church
Rockford, IL

David Vanderbilt & Ken Humennyj

February 4, 2013

We were so distressed to hear of Jeffrey's passing. So sad. Jeffrey was the piano tuner for the Hadorff grand piano which our family donated to the Paw Paw Presbyterian Church. Jeffrey usually tuned the Hadorff a day or two before each classical concert which we produced to enrich Paw Paw's musical performance options, and to promote the John Cina Music Scholarship of Paw Paw, which provides music scholarship monies to deserving Paw Paw youth. Jeffrey always made the old and historic Hadorff "sing" despite its age and fragility. Our deepest condolences to his family during this sad time.
We'll miss you Jeffrey!

Judith Friel

February 3, 2013

Jeff tuned and repaired my piano. He fixed what no other could. He was the best piano tuner. He was also a fierce patriot and I enjoyed being friends with him and exchanging emails...He was a good good man....R.I.P Jeff!

Barbara Froeter

February 2, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Jeff was a great guy to everyone who knew him. He will be truly missed.
God Bless

Orvin Bergsmith

February 2, 2013

I never had the pleasure knowing Jeffrey, Sorry to hear of his passing. I graduated from Ashton High in 1948 with his dad.

Betty Thoreson

February 1, 2013

Jeff was a great man! So many talents to be remembered & his lovely way he made you feel so, welcomed with his Big Smile!
Jeff tuned my piano last year and he did such a polished good job on it, no one cleaned it better and now sounds so beautiful when played. God Bless you Jeff & your family. Betty Thoreson

Dave Tassoni

January 31, 2013

I have had the pleasure of trailering the Nights of Dixieland band in the Rockford Labor Day parade. Jeff will always be remembered. Thoughts and prayers with all of the family.

Shirley Trudeaux

January 31, 2013

I am so sorry to hear aabout Jeffs passing what a shocked it had to been for the family. I have known Jeff for around 15 years and I loved his music God Bless you all

Dave Kersten

January 31, 2013

Wanda and Jan: My prayers are with you during this time. Jeff certainly utilized his talents to help bring smiles to many.

Lou VanderWyst

January 30, 2013

Jeff's musical talent on the banjo, organ and piano will be missed by all of us. His piano tuning skill was very much appreciated by all those who played pianos at Conover Square. Jeff always had a smile and was full of energy. It was always great to see him. I was glad I had the chance to know him. Our deepest sympathy to his family.
Lou and Carol Vander Wyst

Lara

January 30, 2013

The Riverboat won't be the same with out you!!!...Rest In Peace my friend.

Erik & Betty and Matthew Thoreson

January 30, 2013

God Bless you Jeff on your way to our Lord. We enjoyed your music & talents!
You will be missed by many! Thoreson family

Kim Boyden

January 30, 2013

We will miss your musical talent at Conover Square. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

John D. Smith

January 30, 2013

Jeff was a great banjoist, singer, and performer. His upbeat personality and wonderful musicianship endeared him to many members of the Wing and A Prayer Dixieland Orchestra.
We always had great fun. Jeff responded immediately to gig requests and was a favorite to our members and audiences. He was truly an entertainer with selfless desire and ambition to present outstanding music. He will be missed. I look forward to the next time we meet. Heaven will be fun!

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