James Rader Wey

WEY, James Rader, of Kettering, OH, died peacefully at his home on April 23, surrounded by his family. Jim was born in Lynch, KY, December 21, 1927, the son of Howard Lee Wey and Minta Rader Wey. Jim graduated in 1945 from Berea High School, Berea, KY. After some time in the Navy, Jim worked as a draftsman in Dayton where he met and married Anne. Jim went on to obtain a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Michigan. Jim was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He enjoyed being with family; he never missed a high school or college graduation, and attended an uncountable number of events to watch his grandchildren. Jim volunteered at St. Vincent de Paul. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Anne; children, Howard, James, Mary (Wey) Collins, Mark, Beth (Wey) Manns, and Julie (Wey) Heinkel; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and a sister, Eva J Henry of Dallas, TX. He is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Christine Marie (Wey) John; and sister, Patricia H. Wey Harrison. The family will greet friends from 6:00-8:00pm on Friday, April 28, 2017 at Routsong Funeral Home, 2100 East Stroop Road, Kettering. A funeral service will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, April 29, 2017 also at the funeral home. Burial in Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Vincent de Paul, 124 W Apple St, Dayton, OH 45402.

Funeral Home:
Kettering Routsong Funeral Home
2100 E. Stroop Rd.
Kettering, OH
US 45429