OBITUARY
Ian R. Weightman
September 18, 1961 – June 17, 2019
Ian R. Weightman, age 57, formerly of Yorkshire England passed away in Austin, TX surrounded by loved ones on June 17th, 2019.
Ian is survived by his mother, Jean Weightman; sister Gill and brother-in-law Pete Jakob; brother Dave and sister-in-law Hiroko Weightman; nieces Catherine, Becca, Hannah, Aimi, and Lisa; and lastly his loving partner Erica Diaz. Ian is also survived by his many loyal friends and business partners. Ian is preceded in death by his father Robert Weightman and wife Gill Weightman.
Ian was a respected member of the Austin community and figure head in the Austin Council of Entrepreneurs (ACEs).
Ian was a visionary and champion of cultivating and mentoring talent. Under Ian’s guidance and direction many future leaders were created and will continue his legacy for years to come. Many of Ian’s closest friendships derived from work relationships, growing into a family that would last decades and stretch across multiple countries.
The sport of Formula 1 was one of Ian’s most cherished passions. Like Ian, Formula 1 is rooted in innovation, technology, and a foundation of eloquent competitiveness. Ian loved to submerge himself in new cultures, cuisines, and regarded every opportunity as a new adventure. Ian’s brilliance amassed great success throughout his life, however, his professional success is not what defined him. Many of his friends, colleagues, and loved ones would describe him as loyal, compassionate, wickedly funny, but most of all humble.
We will honor Ian as we take these next steps forward with the same excitement, zeal for life, and integrity he embodied. He will forever be in the hearts of the ones he loved and loved him.
Viewing will be from 1:00 - 2:45 PM on Sunday, June 23rd and service will start at 3 PM at Weed Corley Fish Funeral Homes and Cremation Services - 3125 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, TX 78705
Services
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Visitation
Sunday, June 23, 2019
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Funeral Service
Sunday, June 23, 2019
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Ian R. Weightman
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ADD A MEMORYJen Crossley
October 3, 2021
Ian was Married to Debra and his son matthew . Ian had a mistress for years ,yet they do t add there names as if they where dirt under his fi her names what a great man Ian was not But he left them nothing what a great man he was
Matthew Mosher
July 21, 2019
I remember that Ian Weightman was married to Debra Weightman. His loving wife that hasn’t seen him in 2 years. She just found out today from family. Can’t even throw her name in? Of course not. 512 318 9235. Reach out, please. Ian’s wife wants to know know what happened to her husband.
Dr. Ruth Vail
July 12, 2019
From all of us and AMR Team, "may your spirit" live on--
Dr. Ruth Vail
July 12, 2019
Ian always loved Motorsports, I was inspired by his passion and traveled the world with AMR Team!
Dr. Ruth Vail
July 12, 2019
Condolences to Debra Weightman, Ian's wife in Ohio, and step son, who stood by him for many years while he remained in Austin. I'm happy he was able to visit with you in the Spring 2019...Despite the appearances, Ian knee deep down he needed to take care of you and loved you.
Dr. Ruth Vail
July 10, 2019
Deep Convos at Max's Wine Bar
Dr. Ruth Vail
July 10, 2019
Our outings in Austin!
Dr. Ruth Vail
July 10, 2019
Our beautiful night in Paris!
Dr. Ruth Vail
July 10, 2019
LeMans!! 24 Hrs after the race !!
Dr. Ruth Vail
July 10, 2019
Your favorite spot in London! Thanks for meeting me there and showing me your favorite places!
Dr. Ruth Vail
July 10, 2019
We talked so much that our hearts were full! In confidence we shared things no one else will ever know. The good, the bad, the dreams! Remembering our last summer, walking along the Seine, our favorite balconies across the globe. Our Malbec wine, our favorite songs and you telling me all your pain! I'm so sorry for your loss my love. As I sit in the Alps, I remember our first kiss, our first concert, and our numerous outings in Austin, Bar Chi, Cru, Second Bar and Kitchen, and Rainey! It was fun growing up in Austin! As we said, we would laugh and think back, the memories we shared are unforgettable! You wee always on my mind, as I was in yours, and despite what anyone thinks, your kind words are always in my heart!
Taz Nzara
July 8, 2019
Ian my friend Rest In Peace! Your friendship, vision and compassion ignited my hope in humanity. We used to sit around and talk about all our interests; music, culture, bringing people together, wine, travel, ideas, families from across continents and of course throwing the best parties in Austin for everyone to come and make new friends! We did it my friend. Thank you for believing in me. Thank you for being a kind and caring friend to this boy from Harare, Zimbawe. You mentored me without me even knowing you were doing it. In Shona culture we say a person who gives you an idea has given you life. The story of Club Bantu, will always be the story of Moonfire Lounge! Moonfire Lounge will always have a special place in my heart. Yes different cultures did come together and will forever celebrate your life. May our love for music that made our paths cross forever be a guiding light till we meet again. I will forever miss your friendship. Rest In Peace my friend!
Keith Sutton
June 25, 2019
A wonderful kind man from Yorkshire who had an incredible passion and huge enthusiasm for Formula One and helped and brought many people together with the EXPO he organised before the first Grand Prix in June 2012 and his Blu Party every year.
The Grand Prix in Austin will never be the same.
Thank you for all help, support and friendship.
RIP
The Sutton Family
Sly Guzman
June 24, 2019
Blessed beyond belief to have known you Ian, what am amazing life God gave you. You were a beacon for so many and a true world changer. You will be missed and never forgotten. Ian, thank you for sharing your life and precious time with our Cousin Erica. We love you, until we meet again in heaven. Grace & Peace
Alfredo Madrid
June 23, 2019
Chicago won’t be the same without you my friend.
Michelle Martinez
June 23, 2019
Ian, Alfredo and I will cherish the memories we made with you and Erica on our trips to Chicago. It was great to be a part of you and Erica’s memories that will forever be cherished. Rest in paradise my friend.
Dr. Ruth Vail
June 23, 2019
First F1Blu Party 2012!
Dr. Ruth Vail
June 23, 2019
Fun times at the LeMans and the Aston Raving Team!
Dr. Ruth Vail
June 23, 2019
Prayers and condolences to all in this time of grief!
From the Shelby and Woodrow Family, the Allen's, Hager's, the Rains, and Beauvais Family!
Dr. Ruth Vail
June 23, 2019
Condolences to all who knew you and to the Weightman family! We will cherish the great times! Here's us celebrating your birthday and attending the Boy George Concert!
From Meena, Nicole, Liz and Jonathan!
Alexiss Gonzales
June 23, 2019
My deepest condolences go out to the Weightman family and Erica.
Erica my dear, the love you and Ian shared was so beautiful. I enjoyed hearing y'all talk about the many adventures yall shared and living in the moment. Ian brought so much light to life and I saw that light illuminat through Erica. Ian you are a forever angel and we will forever celebrate your wonderful spirit!
Love , Your Texas Family
Marrisa Rodriguez
June 23, 2019
Chicago with Ian and Erica for my birthdays... <3 Everyone we introduced him to just instantly loved his personality.
Alfredo Madrid
June 23, 2019
Ian was simply put a class act and a true gentlemen. We grew close quickly and I didn’t see him just as my mentor and friend but more so family. My family and I will never forget his hospitality and generosity. He will be forever missed and forever in our all of our hearts from family here in Austin to our family in Mexico City.
Sharon Hernandez
June 21, 2019
My deepest condolences to Ian's Love Erica and his family from England, The Weightman's. From the time I met Ian, he was a very humble, funny man, and showed unconditional love, especially to Erica my niece, the love of his life, Chomper and to Mia, a very positive male role model in her life with him. For the years that they cherished, grew together, and many wonderful beautiful memories that they made, will always live within. REST IN HEAVEN IAN! For you are no longer in pain my friend, Erica YOU are a STRONG LADY! Our Dear Lord will heal you, just ask him and you shall receive. Always know I'll ALWAYS be here for you and Mia ❤️ GOD BLESS IAN'S SOUL, YOU, WEIGHTMAN FAMILÍA, MIA AND CHOMPER.... LOVE “AUNT THERIN" NĀY-NĀY 😘
Suzanne Rivas
June 21, 2019
What a kind soul! I was blessed to know you! You fit into our large, loud, crazy Davila family perfectly. Watching the love you and Érica share always put a smile on my face. Rest In Peace and you will forever be a part of our family.
Dr. Ruth Vail
June 21, 2019
Thank you for seven wonderful years of knowing you and our continued friendship. We shared a passion for motor sports, travels. Music. We helped each other daily in career goals, dreams and figuring out what was best for us and joked about our 100 texts a day! In times of grief we comforted each other! We lived a Fabulous life and grew up together in Downtown Austin, but we were both for sure Europe suited us more, as we felt "grounded" there! May we meet again, my love! You will be missed by everyone who knew you..."There's a Light that Never Goes Out" by the Smiths, and Of course "Pictures of You" by the Cure will always bring tears to my eyes! Thank you for all the memories, as you said "we will always have LeMans and Paris"...
Dr. Ruth Vail
June 21, 2019
Thank you for seven wonderful years of knowing you and our continued friendship. We shared a passion for motor sports, travels. Music. We helped each other daily in career goals, dreams and figuring out what was best for us and joked about our 100 texts a day! In times of grief we comforted each other! We lived a Fabulous life and grew up together in Downtown Austin, but we were both for sure Europe suited us more, as we felt "grounded" there! May we meet again, my love! You will be missed by everyone who knew you..."There's a Light that Never Goes Out" by the Smiths, and Of course "Pictures of You" by the Cure will always bring tears to my eyes! Thank you for all the memories, as you said "we will always have LeMans and Paris"...
Lauren Markey
June 21, 2019
Great times in Austin while visiting Erica and Ian. Greatful that they both flew down to Costa Rica to share with us our special day. Ian was a great man, my heart goes out to Erica and his family for their loss. 💛
Marrisa Rodriguez
June 21, 2019
Many prayers and much love to you Ian, our most exquisite and generous friend in travel and Austin neighbor. We will cherish our adventures together for a lifetime and we will continue to honor your life and live as you would have. Erica, you brought out the sunshine and light in Ian and may you continue to share that to the world.
Graham Manssuer
June 20, 2019
Fond memories from schooldays onwards, growing up together, motorbike trips, sharing university digs and you coming all the way to Germany to my wedding. Rest in peace Ian, never to be forgotten. Condolences to Erica and your family .
Graham and Michaela, Hull UK
Sandra Rascon
June 19, 2019
A kind man who bought me some groceries & wine while I drove him & Ruth around Sable and Le Mans, France.
RIP.