Celebrating the life of
Douglas Owen Weeter
July 22, 1944 - April 03, 2018
Doug passed away in his sleep early Tuesday morning. He was a proud descendant of 1700’s Pennsylvania pioneer families. Doug was the son of Clifford and Jean Weeter and was born in Wilkinsburg, PA amid the massive open hearth steel plants along the Monongahela River valley as WWII raged.
Doug inherited family passions for outdoor sports, athletics, cooking and, above all else, aviation. Soon after he graduated from Waynesburg College in 1968 he enlisted in the USMC and, as a 2nd Lt., received his wings at Pensacola, FL. Doug piloted F4 Phantom jets on over 100 combat missions over the skies of Vietnam. Then, in 1974, he began an international career piloting some of the most sophisticated corporate jet aircrafts of the twentieth century. Included was over a decade as a Gulfstream pilot for members of the United Arab Emirate’s royal family.
After retiring from aviation he spent his spare time target shooting, reading and later in life started working part time at Toyota creating and updating spreadsheets and working with management to make duties more efficient. He enjoyed riding the golfcart around the neighborhood and being the “street patrol” with the family’s lab as his co-pilot.
Doug and Sunshine, of Reynoldsville, PA, were married in DuBois, PA in 1984. Doug and Sunshine raised their children, Cliff and Melissa, on tranquil Skidaway Island in The Landings community of Savannah surrounded by friends and neighbors.
Doug is survived by Sunshine, his wife of 34 years, his children Cliff and Melissa, his brother Bruce, brothers-in-law Ted and Gary, sisters-in-law Georgia, Elaine and Connie and nieces Debby, Kaaren, Stacy, Heather, Courtney, Katie, and nephews Shawn and Daryl.
A memorial service and celebration of Doug’s life will be held 11AM this Saturday, April 7, 2018 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel, 7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah, Ga 31406. Memorial contributions can be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com
Offering our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Weeter family. May the love of family and friends as well as the words at “2 Corinthians 1:3” also “Psalm 147:3” continued to help you get through this most difficult times.
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Doug and I were fraternity brothers at Waynesburg. Even though he was a few years older, we attended college at the same time and I considered him a friend. On behalf of myself and the Theta Chi Fraternity, our thoughts and prayers are with Sunshine and her entire family during this difficult time. Ben Lyster President Theta Chi Alumni Fraternity
- Ben Lyster, Guilford, CT
To family of Mr.Weeter my condolences to the family our God Jehovah promised mankind a resurection hope please read John 5: 28,29 this scripture will give the family hope and strength, again I am sorry for your loss.
- Cooper, Savannah, Ga
As the family copes with the loss of their loved one may you continue to rely on our heavenly Father who promises to give u the need Mrs strength an comfort to endure (2 Corinthians 1:3,4).
- Kay F , Savannah , GA
We're so sorry for your loss,our thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Nancy & Lee and Greg & Deb, Towanda, PA
Sunshine, Clifford and Melissa, I was out of town, and just saw the obituary. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
- Karen and Jim Blakewood, savannah, GA
Linda, and family we were shocked by the news of Dougs’ death. Our heart goes out to each of you and pray that God will give you the strength to face uncertain days without Doug. We will keep you’ll in our prayers.
- Rachel and David Harris, Slocomb, Al
Doug was my friend. He was very personable, but very private at the same time, but we all knew where he stood on any issue. I guess he told me more of his life stories than many, with a look and smile saying to keep it to myself. Doug had the will to prevail at any task he set his mind too, he proved it in everything he did – learning benchrest shooting, computers, and so much more. He was a great ambassador for 22 rim fire shooters, by his computer he made scoring simple and accurate, which brought in more shooters. It’s never easy to say good bye to a friend, therefore I will not, just I’ll see you at the next match.
- Bob Collins, Cobb, GA
So sorry to hear of Doug's passing he was a friend to so many of us in the shooting sport. He will be missed by all who ever knew him. Semper Fi Marine!!
- Phillip Deese, Americus, GA
As the record shows, Doug was a special guy. Warm, friendly, helpful,and always ready for a laugh and a chat. He and Patches will be missed. God Bless and Care for Doug.
- joe & barbra cutroneo, savannah, ga
Melissa, We are sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family are in our prayers. Donald and LeAnne
- Consos, Savannah , Ga
Dear Sunshine, Cliff and Melissa, This is just heartbreaking. Please know my that my condolences and prayers are with you. Deb Hall (Elaine's sister)
- Deb Hall, , KS
Doug was a one of a kind guy,and I enjoyed shooting and talking with him at Jacksonville. He and his family will be in our prayers .Rest in peace Doug Gerald and Judy Higdon, Owensboro, Ky.
- Gerald Higdon, Owensboro, Ky.
Doug was a very welcoming presence on Sundew who will be sorely missed. Our sincere condolences to Sunshine, Melissa and Cliff. Pam and Frank
- Pam and Frank Schepis, Savannah , Ga.
My condolences to the family. May you find comfort in the scripture at Revelation 21:4 and the website jw. org.
- Niecy, Savannah, GA
I'm sorry for your loss of your loved one. Losing someone we love is heartbreaking. Please know that others care and that God (Psalm 83:18)heals the broken-hearted, Psalm 147:3. May Christ heartwarming promise that He extends to our loved ones who have fallen asleep in death comfort you, John 11:11-14; 17-26
- Nicole , ,
Doug enjoyed a most impressive career in aviation and for the past 20 or so years served as a faithful guardian, protector, and administrator for those of us living on Sundew. Doug will be missed and we will miss his rounds with his faithful companion Patches by his side. Our thoughts are with you Sunshine. Noel & Carey
- Noel & Carey Ruppert, Savannah, GA
After years of personal conversations with Doug (and Patches) on many of his trips around Sundew and discussions about items that could/would have an impact on Sundew residents, we will greatly miss him. Our most sincere condolences to Sunshine, children and family. Dick & Rhea
- Dick & Rhea Myers, Savannah, GA
We hope that all the wonderful memories you have of Doug will sustain and comfort you now and forever.
- Fran and Bob Kelly, Savannah, GA
We will really miss Doug. We send our love to Sunshine and their children. Rick and Judy Garner
- Rick and Judy Gsrner, Savannah, Georgia
Offering our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Weeter family. May the love of family and friends as well as the words at “2 Corinthians 1:3” also “Psalm 147:3” continued to help you get through this most difficult times.
- , ,
Doug and I were fraternity brothers at Waynesburg. Even though he was a few years older, we attended college at the same time and I considered him a friend. On behalf of myself and the Theta Chi Fraternity, our thoughts and prayers are with Sunshine and her entire family during this difficult time. Ben Lyster President Theta Chi Alumni Fraternity
- Ben Lyster, Guilford, CT
To family of Mr.Weeter my condolences to the family our God Jehovah promised mankind a resurection hope please read John 5: 28,29 this scripture will give the family hope and strength, again I am sorry for your loss.
- Cooper, Savannah, Ga
As the family copes with the loss of their loved one may you continue to rely on our heavenly Father who promises to give u the need Mrs strength an comfort to endure (2 Corinthians 1:3,4).
- Kay F , Savannah , GA
We're so sorry for your loss,our thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Nancy & Lee and Greg & Deb, Towanda, PA
Sunshine, Clifford and Melissa, I was out of town, and just saw the obituary. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
- Karen and Jim Blakewood, savannah, GA
Linda, and family we were shocked by the news of Dougs’ death. Our heart goes out to each of you and pray that God will give you the strength to face uncertain days without Doug. We will keep you’ll in our prayers.
- Rachel and David Harris, Slocomb, Al
Doug was my friend. He was very personable, but very private at the same time, but we all knew where he stood on any issue. I guess he told me more of his life stories than many, with a look and smile saying to keep it to myself. Doug had the will to prevail at any task he set his mind too, he proved it in everything he did – learning benchrest shooting, computers, and so much more. He was a great ambassador for 22 rim fire shooters, by his computer he made scoring simple and accurate, which brought in more shooters. It’s never easy to say good bye to a friend, therefore I will not, just I’ll see you at the next match.
- Bob Collins, Cobb, GA
So sorry to hear of Doug's passing he was a friend to so many of us in the shooting sport. He will be missed by all who ever knew him. Semper Fi Marine!!
- Phillip Deese, Americus, GA
As the record shows, Doug was a special guy. Warm, friendly, helpful,and always ready for a laugh and a chat. He and Patches will be missed. God Bless and Care for Doug.
- joe & barbra cutroneo, savannah, ga
Melissa, We are sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family are in our prayers. Donald and LeAnne
- Consos, Savannah , Ga
Dear Sunshine, Cliff and Melissa, This is just heartbreaking. Please know my that my condolences and prayers are with you. Deb Hall (Elaine's sister)
- Deb Hall, , KS
Doug was a one of a kind guy,and I enjoyed shooting and talking with him at Jacksonville. He and his family will be in our prayers .Rest in peace Doug Gerald and Judy Higdon, Owensboro, Ky.
- Gerald Higdon, Owensboro, Ky.
Doug was a very welcoming presence on Sundew who will be sorely missed. Our sincere condolences to Sunshine, Melissa and Cliff. Pam and Frank
- Pam and Frank Schepis, Savannah , Ga.
My condolences to the family. May you find comfort in the scripture at Revelation 21:4 and the website jw. org.
- Niecy, Savannah, GA
I'm sorry for your loss of your loved one. Losing someone we love is heartbreaking. Please know that others care and that God (Psalm 83:18)heals the broken-hearted, Psalm 147:3. May Christ heartwarming promise that He extends to our loved ones who have fallen asleep in death comfort you, John 11:11-14; 17-26
- Nicole , ,
Doug enjoyed a most impressive career in aviation and for the past 20 or so years served as a faithful guardian, protector, and administrator for those of us living on Sundew. Doug will be missed and we will miss his rounds with his faithful companion Patches by his side. Our thoughts are with you Sunshine. Noel & Carey
- Noel & Carey Ruppert, Savannah, GA
After years of personal conversations with Doug (and Patches) on many of his trips around Sundew and discussions about items that could/would have an impact on Sundew residents, we will greatly miss him. Our most sincere condolences to Sunshine, children and family. Dick & Rhea
- Dick & Rhea Myers, Savannah, GA
We hope that all the wonderful memories you have of Doug will sustain and comfort you now and forever.
- Fran and Bob Kelly, Savannah, GA
We will really miss Doug. We send our love to Sunshine and their children. Rick and Judy Garner
- Rick and Judy Gsrner, Savannah, Georgia
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
