David Lavern Weaver

David Lavern Weaver, 77, of Rock Springs, passed away March 27, 2015.

A longtime resident of Rock Springs and former resident of Colorado, Weaver passed away following a brief illness.

He was born in Englewood, Colo. on Oct. 21, 1937, the son of Bernett Weaver and Peggy Bryson Weaver.

Weaver attended schools in Colorado.

He married Cora L. Vette in Englewood, Colo. on June 22, 1962 and she preceded him in death in Grand Junction, Colo. on March 13, 2005.

Weaver served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam conflict.

His interests included rabbit hunting, hunting, fishing, gambling and spending time with his family, especially his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include three daughters, Tamara Baker of Rock Springs, Debra Pummell of Grand Junction, Colo. and Terrie Heinecke and husband Kenny of Grand Junction, Colo.; two sisters, Carol Brassfield and Ruth Shepard; eight grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his mother, wife, sister Mary Autaburn and son-in-law John Baker.  

Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be announced at a later date.