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Rev. Joseph Albert Weigman
1961 - 2025
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Joseph Weigman Obituary
August 14, 1961 - December 6, 2025
Rev. Joseph Albert Weigman is on his way home to God. Across the top of his tombstone in St. Joseph Cemetery, Fremont, is a line from Psalm 34:5: "Look towards Him and be radiant." Truly, as a Christian man and as a Catholic priest, he tried to do this; and, in his priestly ministry, he tried to help others do the same. Now, with Fr. Joe's death, his RSVP to God's invitation to eternal radiance has been delivered!
He was born in Fremont to the late Susanne (Haubert) and Albert Weigman on August 14, 1961. He attended St. Ann School, and graduated from Ross High School in 1979. He graduated from Miami University in 1983 with a degree in Marketing. After a couple of years of working in the corporate world, he entered St. Meinrad Seminary in southern Indiana, and was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Toledo on June 8, 1991.
As a priest, Fr. Joe served at St. John the Baptist Parish, Toledo (1991-93); St. Thomas More University Parish, Bowling Green (1993-98); St. Meinrad Seminary (1998-2004, where he was a Spiritual Director); and St. Michael the Archangel Parish, Findlay (2004). Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in March 1991, he had to take a health leave of absence in 2005. Fr. Joe eventually retired for health reasons, and moved to the Sacred Heart Home of the Little Sisters of the Poor in Oregon in 2006. In 2021, he moved to St. Clare Commons in Perrysburg.
Though officially retired, Fr. Joe felt called to continue his priestly ministry. While serving as house chaplain in Oregon, he also ministered at Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School (2006-10) and at Mercy St. Charles Hospital (2016-21). In Perrysburg, in addition to house chaplaincy, he ministered at St. John XXIII Parish.
Fr. Joe was preceded in death by his parents; two nieces, Sara Horn and Amber Poulson; and a nephew, Erich Strausbaugh. Surviving are sisters, Anne (Gregory) Cassidy, Fostoria; Martha (Michael) Horn, Fremont; Laura (William) Sutter, Huron, OH; and brother, Thomas (Nanette), Norwalk. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.
Visitation will take place at St. Clare Commons, Perrysburg, from 2:00-3.30 p.m., on Thursday, December 11, 2025. The Reception of the Body will take place at 4:00 p.m., on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at St. John XXIII Parish, Perrysburg, with visitation continuing until Vespers at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will also take place from 10:00 -11:00 a.m., in the church, on Friday, December 12, 2025, before celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, NW Ohio Chapter. Burial at St. Joseph Cemetery, Fremont, will be private.
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Charlie & Jim Perry
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Fr. Joe was one of the kindest people that I´ve ever known. He was a wonderful priest and a genuinely wonderfully caring person. He will be missed SO much.
Jeffrey L Morris
Yesterday
I was privileged to know Father Joe and was blessed to have received his friendship. We first met when he was serving at the Little Sisters of the Poor. I was always moved by his Joy in the midst of suffering, and how much he reached out and loved others from the cross of his wheelchair. He was gifted in so many ways and he was so generous in sharing his gift of priesthood. May he now be enfolded forever within the Sacred Heart of Jesus whom he served and shared so admirably with all.
Christine Wasserman
Yesterday
I'm very sorry to learn of Fr. Joe's passing. He was from my hometown and I know was well-respected, including by fellow residents at St. Clare Commons. May God's radiance welcome him Home to everlasting peace.
Barb Kowaleski
December 9, 2025
I have known the Weigman family since Laurie and I were in first grade at Fremont St. Ann. A great family I remember with fondness. My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family. Rest in Peace Father Joe. Barb (Nieset) Kowaleski
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Ruth Visser-Young
December 8, 2025
During my time as a staff chaplain at Mercy St. Charles Hospital, Fr. Joe was a dear friend and colleague. I enjoyed our office conversations, as with an ecumenical spirit, we shared thoughts, listened to each other, and shared a little humor besides. I will always think fondly of him.
Shalom, my friend,
Pastor Ruth Visser-Young
Judy Simmons
December 7, 2025
Father Joe was such a comfort to our mom at Little Sisters of the Poor, as he was to all of the residents. Rest in peace.
Linda Lenc
December 7, 2025
Joe was such a wonderful human being and priest! I was an undergrad at BGSU when he was at St. Thomas More. My condolences to his family. I'm sure God welcomed Joe with open arms! A tree will be planted in his memory.
CONNIE HECK
December 7, 2025
A true inspiration! Thank you.
Sheila Wisniewski
December 6, 2025
Fr Joe was so kind to my sister when she was a resident at St Claire Commons. He was always kind to bless her and I with special prayers after attending his mass in the chapel. He gave the most inspiring sermons. Sure he was welcomed fully into heaven. Welcome Home Faithful Servant! May he rest in peace.
Prayers for all who will miss his company , words of wisdom and generosity of faith.
Sheila Wisniewski
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