Tremonton, UT: Max Jay Weese, 75, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2013. Max was born Nov. 4, 1937, the second child of Aaron Jesse Weese and Ethel Love Weese. He graduated from Bear River High School where he enjoyed participating in athletics. He married Meredith Christensen on Valentine’s Day 1957 in Bear River City. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Logan Temple.
Max served in the National Guard and continued his service of country by serving on the Tremonton City Council for one term. He then served as Mayor for four terms. He loved Tremonton and the Bear River Valley. He enjoyed hunting and watching any sporting event. His favorite hobby was serving others. Max worked over the years at Thiokol, Dent Rich & Sons (Crossroads) and Harris Truck and Equipment. He was co-owner of Weese Glass for 24 years. Max was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Throughout his life he served in a variety of callings. He and Meredith have served the past 5 years as host missionaries at the Joseph Smith Memorial Building. He enjoyed meeting visitors from all over the world.
Max is survived by his wife Meredith; and his four children: Mark (Diane) Weese of River Heights, Curt (Shirleen) Weese of Elwood, Nancy (Russ) Peterson of Garland, Jan (Dane) Kay of Spanish Fork, 15 grandchildren, soon to be 15 great grandchildren and a brother Dee Weese. He was preceded in death by his parents and his great grandson Skylar Curt White.
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, Oct. 26, at 11:00 a.m. in the Tremonton UT. Stake Center at 660 N. 300 E. in Tremonton. A visitation will be held on Friday, Oct. 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Stake Center prior to the services. Interment will be in the Tremonton City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at
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. The family wishes to thank all who have provided care and support the last several months. In lieu of flowers the family asks that contributions be made to the LDS Church General Missionary fund. Funeral directors are Allen-Hall Mortuary, Logan.