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August 16, 1937 - July 17, 2015

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James Peter Weist, 77, of Honesdale, died on Friday, July 17, 2015 at his home following an 8 year battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, the former Shirley Acker.

Born on August 16, 1937 in Honesdale, he was the son of the late Harold and Agnes Robinson Weist. He was a US Air Force veteran.

James was employed at PennDOT as an equipment operator for 30 years before retiring. He was also a member of St. John the Evangelist Parish in Honesdale.

An outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. Most of all, James loved his grandchildren and enjoyed the time he spent with them.

Also surviving is his son Darrin Weist and wife Jeanna of Honesdale; his brother William Weist and wife Alfreda of Wisconsin; his sister Anne McDonough of Carbondale; grandchildren Katelyn, Allison, and Christian Weist .

He was preceded in death by his brother Joseph Weist; his sister Janice Kendel and grandson Darrin Weist Jr..

As per his request, private funeral services with cremation will be held at the families convenience. Arrangements by Hessling Funeral Home, Inc., 428 Main St. Honesdale.

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