Harold Joseph Weidman

June 22, 1941 - August 26, 2021

Harold J. Weidman (80) of Jacksonville, Florida passed peacefully at home to join his soulmate and the love of his life, Jeannine, in heaven on August 26, 2021. Born in St. Augustine, Florida to James and Doris Weidman, he was the youngest of six. He was a born hellion with a sense of adventure that led him to join the U.S Marine Corp in 1959. He served his country proudly, including two tours of Vietnam, until his retirement as a Gunnery Sergeant in 1979. He and Jeannine were inseparable. Married on January 24, 1969, they celebrate 50- years together in marriage. The love they had and showed one another was seen and felt by all who knew them. From the way he looked at her to the way he always took care of her until she passed. His love and devotion were incredible and something we should all hope to have. He was the best dad to his two children. He raised us with love, humor and discipline and instilled in us honesty, honor and integrity. He taught us love, understanding, humor, a strong work ethic, patriotism and independence. He was our rock, guide, mentor, disciplinarian and defender at all costs. he was always ready with a listening ear, strong shoulders and a wicked sense of humor that spared no one. His grandson was the light of his life. The love and adoration were seen every time they were together. His family was everything to him and he was always ready to show that to the world. He is predeceased by his wife, Jeannine, his parents, his brothers, James and Charles, his sisters Jackie (McMahan), Mary Katherine (McElroy), and Jo Ann (Davis), and his grandson, James A. “Alex” McClatchy. He is survived by his son, Joseph, his daughter, Kilianna (Phil), grandchildren, Christopher McClatchy, Sydnie Purdy, Christian Scott and Mikaila Scott, and great- grandson, Dominic Zelaya as well as numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held 10 AM Saturday at Craig Funeral Home.