Ronald Joseph Weber

Ronald “Ron” Joseph Weber, 78, of Leawood, Kansas, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, November 8, 2026.

Ron was born May 14, 1948, in Charles City, Iowa, the son of Kenneth and Mary Eileen (McGee) Weber. He grew up in Dougherty, Iowa, a hometown of just 200 people. Though he came from a small town, the love he shared and the lives he touched reached far beyond its borders. Everyone knew him, and more importantly, everyone loved him.

In his early years, Ron attended St. Patrick’s School, a one-room schoolhouse, before graduating from Sheffield-Chapin High School in Sheffield, Iowa. A talented athlete, he enjoyed football, baseball and fast-pitch softball. He went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in business from the University of Northern Iowa, where he was a member of the SAE fraternity and served as president of the Interfraternity Council.

Following graduation, Ron was drafted into the United States Army, serving from 1970-1972 during the Vietnam War. He attained the rank of sergeant and was awarded the bronze star for his service.

Ron moved to Kansas City in 1973, where he began his professional career and later met his future bride, Elizabeth (Politte) Weber. They married in 1981 and made Kansas City their home, where they built a beautiful life together and welcomed their son, Michael Joseph, the light of their lives.

Ron believed in hard work, loyalty, and having a little fun along the way. He lived by these values throughout his distinguished career at Rockwell and more than 34 years at Danaher Corporation. Through several company acquisitions, Ron remained an integral part of the company’s sales leadership, earning recognition for his outstanding performance and contributions. He formally retired in 2014.

Ron found true love again in 2006 when he met Jo Ann (Marinelli) Weber. They married in 2008 and shared a passion for golf. On most days, Ron could be found on the Hallbrook golf course. His love of golf took him to courses across the country and abroad, including Scotland and Ireland. Along the way, he recorded two holes-in-one, gifting himself the nickname “Ace Weber.”

Ron and Jo Ann shared a love of travel and adventure too, exploring destinations throughout Europe, along with Hawaii and an African safari. They also enjoyed spending several winters golfing in Palm Desert. Closer to home, Ron loved to spend time with his grandchildren. Whether in the stands or along the sidelines, Ron was always their biggest fan.

Ron was also a member of Hallbrook men’s unofficial book club. Although the group never actually read a single book, its members faithfully gathered for weekly dinners, good conversation and fine wine. Among his close friends, Ron was affectionately known as the mayor of the North Italia bar, even having his favorite drink named in his honor: the “Ron-tini.”

Outside of Hallbrook, Ron was an avid fly fisherman, a passion he passed along to his son, Michael, and grandson, Maxwell. With his fly rod in tow, he traveled the world in pursuit of the next great catch, from the nation’s greatest streams and saltwater, to British Columbia, New Zealand, and Patagonia. You name it, he probably caught it!

Throughout his life, Ron led by example, setting a standard of integrity and character that others admired. His joy and zest for life were infectious, and he had a special way of making others feel welcome. Ron will be remembered as a loving husband to his sweetie, devoted father to his “Mikes”, adoring Papa Ron to his grandchildren, and, above all, the best friend anyone could ask for.

Ron is survived by his wife Jo Ann Weber, Leawood, Kansas; son Michael (Betsy) Weber, two grandchildren Maxwell and Annabelle Weber, all of Leawood, Kansas; three stepchildren: Brooke (Chris) Tagliaferro, Lake Forest, Illinois; Benjamin (Katrin) Hendricks, Prairie Village, Kansas; Brett Hendricks, Kansas City, Missouri; and four step grandchildren, Robert and Anne Tagliaferro, and Emery and Carson Hendricks.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Mary Eileen (McGee) Weber; his brother Robert Weber; and first wife and mother of their son, Elizabeth Weber.

A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Church of the Nativity, 3800 W. 119th St., Leawood, Kansas 66209. Burial will follow in Resurrection Cemetery in Lenexa, Kansas. A celebration of life will immediately follow.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion.