After high school days, James would drive to pick-up his sister at the local school where she was taking night classes. He noticed another young lady that would accompany his sister out of the building. He inquired about her but his sister assured him the young lady would have no interest in him - but he persevered. In time, he met his sister’s friend, Bertha Buchanan. He had met the love of his life and eventually convinced her of his love and they had been married two months shy of fifty-five years at the time of his passing.
Professionally, Mr. DeWeese was in the construction industry. He began in residential construction but eventually branched out into the commercial market. His last project before retirement was the construction of the building that would house the Country Music Hall of Fame. Mr. DeWeese was a big NASCAR fan and loved racing, as well as classic and antique cars. When watching television, he was a big fan of classic western shows. Mr. DeWeese loved animals and was passionate about rescuing dogs and cats. Together, he and his wife, Bertha, have been long-time members of the Green Hill Church of Christ.
Mr. DeWeese is preceded in death by his father, James Clarence DeWeese, Sr.; his mother, Joyce (Mathis) DeWeese; brother, Harold DeWeese; sister, Carol Trask; brother-in-law, Raymond Buchanan; and nephew, Adam Fuller. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Bertha (Buchanan) DeWeese; nieces Regina Judkins, Lisa Trask, Rebecca Trask Webster (Quannah); nephews Scott Fuller, Billy Trask (Jamie); sister, Barbara Fuller; brother-in-law, Bill Buchanan (Madeline); sisters-in-law Jean Troutt, Loretta Buchanan, Eva Dugger, Linda Story (Doyle); feline companion, “Simon”, and his foster kittens. Mr. DeWeese also leaves behind many great nieces, great nephews, and extended family members.
There will be a Gathering of Family & Friends at Hermitage Funeral Home on Tuesday, August 13, from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, and on Wednesday, August 14, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. A Celebration of Mr. DeWeese's Life will begin at 1:00 PM in the Tulip Grove Chapel at the funeral home. Following the service, Mr. DeWeese will be laid to rest in the gardens at Spring Hill Cemetery, 5110 Gallatin Pike South, Nashville, TN.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made in Mr. DeWeese’s memory to the Animal Shelter or Animal Rescue Group of your choice. Fond memories, pictures, and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the DeWeese family at www.HermitageFH.com.
