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Caren Dame
April 28, 2015
Larry taught me so much about Music, & i enjoyed the years spent with him in Choir, Go Cougars, he will be missed.
March 20, 2014
My condolences to the entire Weiss Family. Mr. Weiss was a wonderful Man and I have many memories of growing up down the street from he and his family.
Then, when I made it to Ventura High School, his reputation was incredible. The Students all loved him.
He was an inspiration to so many Musicians.
May he rest in peace.
Tom Evans
March 19, 2014
Larry Weiss was a true hero to me. He represented everything that I wanted to be as a musician and as a person. He was the most influential teacher I've ever had and I will always love him and cherish the memories.
Lori Halpin-Halle
November 6, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to Mr Weiss's family. I had him in a couple classes. I was never in band, I think I had him for history and drivers Ed. He was truly one of my better instructors, he had to be, because I usually slept through history and I didn't in his class. Over 20 years later and I still remember him. Rest in peace and feel accomplished! -Class of 89
Ruben Quero
March 9, 2013
Many fond memories of 3 years with Mr. Weiss and the VHS Marching Band. Class of '67.
Chuck Horton
March 8, 2013
My prayers go out to all of the family and friends of Mr. Weiss. Mr. Weiss had so much passion for music that left a huge impression on everyone he came into contact with. I enjoyed my years in the concert, marching & pep band. I can still recall during the marching band days Mr. Weiss would say: "Horton - Guide Right". It was a pleasure to be one of his many students, and in the later years when we would run into each other out in town, Mr. Weiss would still remember my name. He will be long remembered. Chuck Horton - VHS Class of 1971.
Terri Stearns (Swanson)
February 27, 2013
Mr. Weiss will always hold a very special place in my heart...three years as part of the "family" that was choir at VHS, as well as the wonderful music he gave us through the Concert Band. Thank you, Weiss Family, for bringing us all a little closer by sharing your personal thoughts with us at the service. It was truly lovely and a wonderful tribute.
Tony Esperance
February 27, 2013
My prayers to all of the family. Mr. Weiss always was about passion for music and left a great impression on so many students, family and friends. he was my choir teacher at Ventura High 1972. Music was his legacy!
Suzi (Grizzard) Skutley
February 27, 2013
From 1964 through 1967 Mr. Weiss was my teacher for Music Appreciation (sophomore year), Band and Choir (senior year). His humor and his talent are foremost in my memory. He was a gentleman in the truest sense of the word, and one of my favorite teachers. He will be long remembered.
Julie Findley-Malone
February 27, 2013
Thinking of you and your families Steve. Your father lived a rich and full life. May the memories of his love hold you and yours for a lifetime. With much love,
Dayna Albers
February 27, 2013
Dear Weiss children,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this challenging time. What a tallented man your father was. The thing I remember the most about Larry is how engaged in conversation he was whenever I talked with him. He truly made you feel that he was interested in what you had to say, no matter how trivial. How blessed this world was to have him!
I extend my love and prayers to all of you!
Love, Dayna Albers
Steve Whitacre
February 26, 2013
He was my High School Marching Band, Concert Band & Choir director from 76 to 79: I played in the VCCB for over 14 years under his directorship, Larry taught me how to sing properly, how to enunciate the words when you sing so that people can understand the words.... I just cant begin to say how much he taught me about music, how to interpret it and how to feel the music weather when I was playing the baritone horn or singing, Thank you, thank you Larry...you differently will and are missed...R.I.P. my friend.
Barbara & Ken Warkentien
February 26, 2013
We enjoyed the monthly concerts by the Ventura County Band, directed by Mr. Weiss . The music was wonderful and his insightful comments made for a delightful afternoon. We honor his dedicated, faithful service. Blessings to his family.
Kris Bergstrom
February 26, 2013
My sympathies to all you Weiss children. Your father's legacy is alive and well in our community, and the hearts of those who were his students. I have seen, first hand, his qualities in you all, so I know his legacy will continue.
February 26, 2013
Dear Steve and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy in the death of your father. Both my husbdan, Al Marra, and I, Janet Hoffmaster Marra, taught with your father for many years at Ventura H.S.
We also have thoroughly enjoyed his many concerts we have attended.
I have had the privilege of visiting with your Dad both at the Towne House and the Venturan.
May wonderful memories surround all of you as you grieve your Dad's death.
Blessings and prayers,
Al and Jan Marra
Bill and Trish Venable
February 26, 2013
Sue and Scott, during my years at VHS, I remember your father as a man that was clearly committed and focused. I was never fortunate to have him as a teacher, yet I remember having a sense of heightened respect whenever I passed him on campus. We wish you and your families all the best during this particular season.
Lori Wentling-Gates
February 26, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to the family
February 25, 2013
To Scott and family,
You all have our thoughts and prayers.
Darcy (Chutan) (cello) and
Meredith (Meersman) (percussion)
McEnroe
Cindy Collins
February 25, 2013
From my first trumpet lesson with Mr Weiss to the honor I had playing in the trumpet section of the Ventura County Symphony with him, I constantly learned about music and the qualities of a professional musician. I am forever grateful for my studies with Mr Weiss, those lessons are still with me today. Thank you.
May God bless you and your family at this time.
February 25, 2013
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the Weiss family.Your father was one of only a hand full of teachers in my life at VHS that I can remember and he really made an inpact on me.He was not only a wonderful U.S .History teacher who could keep the class involved in the lesson( which is really hard to do at times)but he was an example of a true gentalman.I was new to VHS and to see this man who was kind and friendly and he rode his bike to class was an examlpe of someone filled with joy and love of life.I enjoyed seeing him on his bike on my way to school,it ment to me to remember the simpel things in life. May the sweet memories of his time with us all help you trough these times of loss.
sincerly
Kasthy Pace '87'
Katy McCormick (Powers)
February 25, 2013
Thank you, Mr. Weiss, for forcing me to memorize the circle of 5ths. It has served me well. As a music educator myself, I have often thought back to my time as the accompanist of the Ventura High School choir and the endless patience Mr. Weiss showed his students. We need more teachers like him to continue keeping music an important part of a well rounded education.
Jan Clapperton Allen
February 25, 2013
My condolences to Mr. Weiss' family. I had the opportunity to play clarinet under the baton of Mr. Weiss as a member of the Santa Paula High School chosen to play in High School Honor Band in 1970, and again in the early 90's in the Ventura Co. Concert Band, which I joined specifically because Mr. Weiss was the conductor. I'll never forget either experience and the man waving the baton.
Judith Smith
February 24, 2013
To Susan and her family,
Heartfelt thoughts at your time of loss.
I had the fortune of attending a performance of the Ventura County Concert Band. My step dad and I were uplifted by music.
Ernest Gutierrez Jr
February 24, 2013
Thank You Mr. Weiss for your guidance as our Band Director 75-77. Your Patience, professionalism, friendship will forever remain in our hearts. You were the best of the best and it was an honor working with you in 1977 as VHS Drum Major.
Hwlmut K. Hoenigsberg
February 24, 2013
To the Sons the Daughter, Susan, and the whole Family of our dear Larry Weiss,
I was very saddened reading the Star's Obits, the other day, learning of our dear Larry's home going.
Asides from getting to know Larry, over the years, as a conductor, I had many chats with him when he first entered the Ventura Town-House. That is when I was introduced to Scott, his brothers and sister Susan as well as her husband.
Susan had spotted me, not long ago, at our famous Trader Joe's on Telegraph Rd.; we had a nice chat, just enough time to hash a few things over.
Regretfully I am unable to attend the Monday services. I would have loved to give Larry this personal final moment of respect. I shall always remember him as a very special, talented, intelligent and a great conductor with unlimited knowledge of music.
Larry, dear friend, I shall miss you and so will many others. Sail in peace into your eternal rest, you earned it.
With my sincerest sympathy to the whole family,
Yours,
Helmut K. Hoenigsberg
(805.650.3239)
Amy Klope-Olenchalk
February 24, 2013
Just think of all the lives he touched by teaching kids music. What an incredible legacy. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Kathleen (Jackson) Padden '75
February 24, 2013
VHS Choir 1974, 1975 first period mornings with Mr. Weiss -- every day. Voice scales, 4-part and novelty songs: he gave, and gave, and gave. It was easy to sing for him and for me to do my part as his student accompanist. Ever strong memories to keep in our hearts.
Dr. Karen Houle~Sanchez
February 24, 2013
My condolences to the Weiss Family
Linda Bacon (Doerfler)
February 24, 2013
I was saddened today to hear about Larry Weiss's passing. I was in his music theory classes, choir, and got to know him even better as flag captain in the mid 70's. His enthusiasm for music was a positive influence in my life, and I went on as a music performance major at UCSB, and later in mid life began taking violin lessons and am still active in that. But more than that, I remember him as a good friend with a quick wit and a wonderful sense of humor (something about a waterbed upstairs in the band room).
Joan Kelley
February 24, 2013
I am sending my condolences to Mr. Weiss family. He was a very kind man and I learned so much from him. VHS Class of 1970.
Jerry Haflich
February 24, 2013
The Haflich family wish to express their love and appreciation to all the skills Dr. Weiss taught them at Ventura High. He would be pleased to know they have each used their music to add to the lives of many others. Thank you, Pamela, Theresa, Cindy, Jerry Haflich
February 24, 2013
We are sorry to hear of your father's death. Our condolences.
Beverly & Jeffrey Steinberg
Chicago
Dr. Barry Boatman
February 24, 2013
Sorry for your loss...
Mary Z. Wilson
February 24, 2013
Always a friendly and whimsical hello at the mailboxes at Adult Ed. I did not know for years that he was the father of Susan, who I have known since the 80s. As a musician, I know that Larry's gifts to the communnity will ring forever. Thanks, Larry, for sharing your talent and love of music! My heart goes out to his family.
Suz Montgomery
February 24, 2013
Our class was privileged to have Larry as a student of lifelong learning and quest for knowledge. Larry was uniquely musically talented, and generously share it with all of Ventura. Our class was envious as Larry had the most attentive family who never failed to visit and love his sweet generous soul. Godspeed Larry, we'll see you there !
Kathleen Shanahan
February 24, 2013
Toall the Weiss family members I send my deepest sympathies for your loss. Your dad loved his music, his family and his town, Ventura - he instilled that in each of you! Sending you hope the warm wash of memories ease your pain in your heart. GO VHS GOLD Fondly, Kathleen
Craig Jewett
February 23, 2013
To Scott Weiss,
My deepest sympathy go out to you and your family at this difficult time. Your Dad was a great man, a kind and gentle man who always treated people with respect and kindness. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. But for him, the journey of life has come to an end, and the legacy he leaves behind through his music and all of the students he inspired in his lengthily career as a teacher and mentor will live on forever. No more evident than in his own loving family, is a testament to the kind of man that he was. Most of us could only dream of accomplishing the things that he has done in his lifetime and the world is a better place for it. I have very fond memories of the 5 years that I played in the Ventura County Concert Band under his direction. He was a great leader and a great man and I have always considered it an honor and a privilege to have been involved in his musical career. There is only one word that can describe the life of Larry Weiss..........BRAVO!!!
We will all miss you, Rest In Peace.
Pam Smith , Harrington
February 23, 2013
Awesome teacher for sure will leave a legend !! Sry fo the famlies loss class of 78
February 23, 2013
So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Suddenly the years have flown by. From the Racowsky, Cohen and Lipovitch families in Phoenix, all cousins and Aunt Bertha.
February 23, 2013
Sorry, Bob, to hear about your dad's passing. He was a wonderful man.
Love,
Kathy Ashby
Sam Marsh
February 23, 2013
To the Weiss Family:
For many years Larry and I ate lunch together and shared our thoughts about Ventura High. We both rode our bikes to school several days a week and he taught in the room next to mine for years.He was one of my driver training teachers while I was head of the driver instruction department He was a true gentleman and a good friend. My condolences to the Weiss family--he contributed much to this community.
Tom Younce
February 23, 2013
Mr. Larry.
I will always cherish the times that we had, all of us children, playing together as we all grew up over on the East End.
It was a pleasure to have known you Sir and to call you a Neighbor.
February 23, 2013
Larry, We will always miss you.
Rose's daughters, Lana and Bonnie.
Lorees Guess
February 23, 2013
To family and Friends of Mr. Weiss ... He was my choir & Music Appreciation teacher from 1969 to 1971 ... He taught me not only to appreciate music, but to appreciate, respect and learn from it all. He was tuff but yet so fair. All that were in his classes came away with a deeper and wiser understanding of not only music but what it brings to life, sorrow, joy, hope and future. I grieve with you and yours and I will surely miss his insight and strength. My heart is with him as he ascends to a higher level. The Angels now have a new Choir leader and we will be able to hear their singing always in our hearts.
February 23, 2013
Very sorry to hear of Mr. Weiss's passing.Bill Anderson and I were possibly his biggest pains from the class of 73, but we always came thru for him in Band and Orchestra--he always kept an eye on us in marching band! A great man---
Willie Bidwell
mary boyd
February 23, 2013
Play for the angels now...
Karen Koch
February 23, 2013
Mr, Weiss was quite a talented musician, teacher, and many other positioned man who served very many students and community members through the groups he led and was a part of.
I, personally liked him as my VHS orchestra teacher. That position alone is one of the harder music groups to work with.
He added much to the world, and I pray blessings on his family for the rich musical inheritance he left.
Karen (Byrd) Koch
Alan Miller
February 23, 2013
So sorry to see the passing of Mr. Weiss. I remember him well from my days in school. My sincere condolences to the Weiss family.
Alan Miller -Class of '69
Thomas Thompson
February 23, 2013
Mr. Weiss' contribtion to the Ventura County Community Orchestra was legendary. The joy he brought to thousands of folks who attended the concerts and the knowledge he shared so lovingly were a sensational gift to the citizens of Ventura County. To the family I am certain you know your father made a huge impact on us all. The world will truly be a little dimmer without him.
February 23, 2013
I played in band, orchestra, the VHS marching band, and the pep band, all under the instruction of Mr. Weiss. He taught me to expand my horizons in many ways, but mostly by graduating me from a trumpet player to learn the french horn and the baritone under his guidance. May God bless his family and give them peace. Marty Sampson
Steve Downey
February 23, 2013
I sat under Larry in choir for 2 years. My sympathies to the family. VHS 71
Carol Dobbins-Duran 1973
February 23, 2013
I am unable to attend his service, but wanted to tell his family my story with their father. We used to call him Uncle Larry and bring him the orange crackers from the snack bar. He taught me about life, compassion and music. Madrigals were so beautiful and I still love them. I would often see him in town and he was happy to know that my children whom he met,loved music as well. He will always be loved and honored in my life. He was by far my favorite teacher of all times. I love him and will miss his presence. I feel honored to have been at the retirement concert for him and having my picture taken with him. I was so proud to know him. Scott and family, thank you so much for sharing him with us. God Bless You.
Brenda Bellini-Ulery
February 23, 2013
Mr. Weiss was a wonderful choir teacher and his passion for music is something I have remembered over the years. He taught me to be confident and understand how important music is. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.
February 23, 2013
On behalf of the Ventura Unified School District, we honor the contributions of Larry Weiss to the children of our community. We have followed the lead of Larry Weiss to keep music alive in VUSD! Tonight is the 12th annual Festival of Talent in the VHS Auditorium where a memorial plaque was placed in his honor a few years ago for all to remember the impact he made on music in our City. I will be honoring Mr. Weiss this evening at the Festival by dedicating the Festival to him with gratitude and love. Dr. Trudy Tuttle Arriaga, VUSD Superintendent
February 23, 2013
Mr. Weiss will be miss so very much.
i had the privilege to set under his guidance in the Ventura High Band from 1964-1966, in my senior year I set first car trumpet, back and forth with Dennis Cox,it was always so much fun. Mr. Weisss was a real blessing to all of us at Ventura; to the Weiss family, Thank You for sharing Larry with us.
Gretchen Heffler
February 23, 2013
I am very sad to learn my Band and Orch. Teacher Mr. Weiss has passed. I too, was a trumpet player, he took interest in my abilities and guided me often in my performances. He was calm, with the knowledge that came from his extensive musical experience. I did not major in music, but always took a bit of his teaching with me when I performed with my college band, when I later organized international music tours or now when I attend my weekly concert band rehearsals. It has been almost 40 years since I left his classroom but the memories are still vivid. I am glad to know he is memorialized in the VHS Theatre and my thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. Goodbye Mr. Weiss, thanks for everything.
Gretchen Class of '74.
Kathy Moacanin
February 23, 2013
My most sincere condolences to the Weiss family. So many incredible memories were forged in Mr. Weiss' band room, including the formation of relationships that became marriages! He was a strong leader and I will always appreciate all that he did for his students.
Tony Matta
February 23, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. He was a great inspiration to me during school and taught me a great deal . I remember him to have such a calm and understanding demeanor even while having to put up with quite a bunch of young rowdy students . Not all people get to leave this world peacefully, he earned it in my opinion. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. Some people wish and hope to meet great people in their life. Mr. Weiss for me was one of those great persons. Rest in peace sir. T Matta, class of 1980.
Kathy Crivello
February 23, 2013
I have fond memories of Larry, or Mr. Weiss, as I called him in high school when he was my band instructor. My sister and brother also played instruments, so they had the privilege of knowing him, as well. All of us, including my father, the late Dr. Patrick O. Rooney, thought very highly of Larry. He will be remembered for the wonderful person he was. I know how very difficult it is to lose a father. My thoughts are with Larry's family.
Mary Lory Hammel
February 23, 2013
My deep condolences to Mr. Weiss' family. I have happy memories of hearing the sounds of trumpet music emanating from your home on Gonzaga Street. May God comfort you with loving memories. Sincerely, Mary Lory Hammel
February 23, 2013
Larry Weiss gave much to the community. I was honored to have two of his children in my class. Also, for some years, I presented a resolution to him and his band. May he rest in peace. Blessings to his family.
Mary Fernandez
February 23, 2013
Playing beautiful music in heaven.
Collette Branson
February 23, 2013
I first met Larry when I rented his house on Arrowhead in Ventura. We lived there for over 25 years and I used to kid him that I had paid for it... He was a great person and I know that he will be missed by many.. I am sure he is still teaching music because he had a real love for it.. My sympathy to all his family..
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