James F. Weber

James F. “Smiley” Weber, 89 years old of Franklin, WI, formerly of Muskego, WI passed away Friday, August 15, 2025 at AngelGrace Hospice after a brief stay, surrounded by his children. He was born May 4, 1936 to the late Francis and Elnora (Mentzer) Weber in Milwaukee, WI. Jim graduated from Greendale High School and went on to serve in the United States Marine Corps from October 1954 to September 1957 - earning the rank of Corporal. On June 4, 1960, Jim married the love of his life, Nancy Coppersmith at Sacred Hearts Catholic Church in St. Martin, WI. After his time in the military, Jim was a draftsman in Milwaukee while attending Spencerian College to earn his degree in accounting. He worked as an accountant for Godfrey Company, which operated Sentry Grocery Stores, all while he was growing his own independent accounting practice - Weber Accounting. Jim operated his practice until his proud retirement. In the early 1970’s, Jim helped establish the youth organization, Muskego Life Sports. He enjoyed dancing, listening to music, and watching the Green Bay Packers. Jim’s favorite hobby was golf and he enjoyed many outings in Wisconsin and Florida with his golf friends, Jerry, Ron, and Dan. Jim enjoyed time spent with his family, watching his children and grandchildren’s sporting events, and hunting at his cabin up north. He was honored to have served in the military and loved participating in an Honor Flight with his daughter, Wendy as his escort. He was a proud member of St. Leonard’s Catholic Church in Muskego, WI.

Survivors include, his children, Colleen (Jerry) Weber of Waterford, WI, Wendy (Jim) Wengel of Waterford, WI, and Joe (Beth) Weber of Sussex, WI; grandchildren, Jesse, Marshall, Callie, Nathan, Brian, Nick, Joshua, Sarah, Stephen, Sam, Sophia, and Simon; great-grandchildren, Jaxson, Tyler, Maisy, Lennon, Alaina, Dahlia, Dillon, and Mariella; brother, Michael; many nieces, nephews, and friends; and fur baby, Bubbles. Along with his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Nancy; brothers, Bob and Dick; and sister, Pat.

A special thank you to the caring, loving staff at DiVita Dialysis in Mukwonago for many years of care and to AngelsGrace Hospice for their compassionate care in Dad’s last few days.

Interment with Military Honors will be held at 10:00AM Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 21731 Spring St. Union Grove, WI 53182. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Waterford River Rhythms. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to MEALY-STENCEL FUNERAL HOME 225 W. Main St. Waterford, WI 53185. For additional information, please call (262)-534-2233. Please sign the online guestbook for Jim at www.stencelfh.com.