James Alvin Weaver, 87, of Comanche and formerly of De Leon, passed from this life October 3, 2023, with his loving family at his side. He was born January 21, 1936, in Gorman, Texas to Estel Weaver and Lois Mauney Weaver. James married his loving wife of 68 years on August 8, 1955.

James was raised in De Leon and attended De Leon schools. James was baptized in Johnson Baptist Church (now Liberty Baptist Church in the Rucker community) as a young boy and later attended Duster Baptist Church. In his later years he attended St. Joe Baptist Church. After he and Mary married, they moved to Ft. Worth where James was employed with General Dynamics for several years. He later worked for Bell Helicopter where he retired after decades of service and commitment.  After living in Fort Worth for many years, James and Mary returned home to DeLeon to be near family and to help out with the family farm. They eventually moved to Lake Granbury.

He loved his retirement time there where he was able to boat and fish every day with Mary at his side. He also loved to hunt deer, dove, and quail. Another favorite activity was gardening, and he loved spending time outdoors as much as possible. They once again returned home to De Leon to live on the farm and then eventually made one last move to Comanche to reside near their only daughter. He was always a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who worked tirelessly to make sure his family had the best life possible. He was a special friend to many and will be missed beyond measure.

James is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Mary Lou Johnson Weaver; daughter, Christy Leigh Chester and husband, Jimmy Don Chester; granddaughter, Alex Peyton Chester; and other extended family. He has been reunited with his parents, and sister, Johnnie Lois Weaver.

Funeral services were held Friday, October 6, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at Nowlin Anders Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Jim Farley officiating. Interment followed in De Leon Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Teddy Bridier, Sam Robinett, Jimmy Mahan, John Hodges, Randy Barnes, and George Froneberger. Jackie Pounds was an honorary pallbearer.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice in memory of James.