Donald E. Weckbacher

August 11, 2019

Don Weckbacher, 79, of Chesapeake, VA passed away at his home with family by his side, August 11, 2019. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Harriet Weckbacher, son Bradley Weckbacher and wife Tracy; daughters Heather Crowe, Laura Khan and her husband Frazier; his grandchildren Austyn Mclin, Kelsea Perron and husband Dominic, Trey Weckbacher, Ian Hutchinson, Alex Khan and Katie Khan; great grandchildren Lyla Perron and Ariana Khan; and sister Marcia Sigrest. Don was born in Wadsworth OH, the oldest of 3 children. He and Harriet married while he was in the Navy. He was stationed in both Norfolk and Florida before moving back to Hampton Roads where they resided for the remainder of his career and raising their 3 children. He proudly served 22 years in the Navy and retired as a Chief Operations Specialist. He often told us stories and his experiences of being in the Navy the good and bad, he would say that it was the quickest way to make a boy a man. He has requested to be buried at sea, to be returned to that place in time he loved so much. Don spent much of his time in his later years as a sponsor for the AA organization. He spent countless hours committed to the organization making sure everyone he sponsored had support throughout their journey. He was a tireless and selfless volunteer that personally touched numerous people and helped to save hundreds of lives through the organization. He was adored and loved by all who knew him. He will be missed by many, but never forgotten. The family finds peace in knowing that he is with our Lord, Jesus Christ. A memorial with full military honors will be held at Loving Funeral Home, Thursday, August 15th at 4:30 pm, a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Alcoholics Anonymous.