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David Christopher Weber
David Christopher Weber, 11 months, the son of Phil and  Rachel Weber, of Champaign, died at 10:40 p.m. on May 29, 2008, at home.
The family will receive friends from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 1, 2008, at Heath and Vaughn Funeral Home, 201 N. Elm, Champaign. There will be a reading at 5:30 p.m.
In addition to his parents David is also survived by his maternal grandparents, Rick and Jane Voyles, of Ashley, Ill., his paternal grandparents, Peggy and Roscoe McPherren, of Bloomington, Ill., his maternal aunt, Elizabeth Voyles, of Atlanta, Ga., his paternal aunt and uncle, Ellen and Dan Groce, and their children Louie, Molly and Samantha Groce, all of Chenoa, Ill.
Other survivors include his God-parents, Darren and Jennifer Tee, and their children, Caroline, Drew and Gwen, all of Champaign, special friends Jill Kjorlien, Karen Ranney and Steve and Dena Hartke, all of Champaign, his friends at Miss Dena’s and dozens of Weber’s Warriors who have supported the family throughout this difficult time.
David was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Wayne H. Weber.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ronald McDonald House of St. Louis, Mo.
The family also has two other requests. First, they ask everyone to sign their organ donor card immediately and to make their wishes known to their families. Secondly, the Webers request that anyone who loved David honor his memory by going out of their way to bring a smile to someone else every day just as David brought so many smiles during his short life.
Condolences to the family may be sent by e-mail at www.heathandvaughn.com.
Condolences
Phil and Rachel,
I wish I knew the words to ease your pain. Unfortunately, words fail at a time like this. I’ll keep you in my prayers.
Doug Wilson
Dear Rachel and Phil,
We give thanks to God for blessing us with the chance to meet David. We are saddened and know saying goodbye is so very difficult. We want you to know that you are in our thoughts and we support you with our prayers. We love you,
Uncle Steve, Aunt Cindy and Allison
For the family of David Weber:
I first saw David’s story in the News-Gazette back in January when there was an article about the search for a liver donor. I was particularly touched by the story because I have a young son myself and because of David’s beautiful smile in the accompanying picture. I was leaving for vacation the next day, but added to my “to do list” to request to apply to see if I was a potential match as a donor when I returned. Two weeks later, I was talking about the story at work and found out one of my co-workers, Dawn Berg, knew David’s parents. Dawn and I both called to request to be added to the donor list, but by the time my call went through, the list was already filled to the point they were not taking more names—a testament to the amazing effect David has on people! Dawn started sharing the blog David’s father was writing with me, and I have been reading regularly.
I just wanted to write because I was so touched by David’s story from the beginning to the end of the chapter here on Earth. Though I cannot fathom why such a beautiful young life was taken so, so early, I know there is another angel, one with the warmest smile, looking down on us. Because of David and his story, I truly will make an effort to bring at least one smile to another person each day!
May God bless you and be by your sides always.
With deepest sympathy,
Kathy Martensen
Rachel and Phil,
Please know that you have our deepest condolence on the passing of your son, David. I’m sure he was a blessing to you both and we know that you were awesome parents. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Ronnie and Susan Warrick
Rachel and Phil,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of little David. You have been in my thoughts and prayers for many months as you have dealt with his illness and will continue to be in them as you deal with the aftermath.
Please let me know if there is anything I or my studio can do for your family.
Much love and peace,
Deb Lister
Dear Phil and Rachel,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I pray for God to give you the strength to heal and get through this difficult time. God Bless you all!
Kenwood Family,
Jayme, Cindy, Cory, Callie, Cassidy and Chelsea.
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