Leo J. Weiss, 84, Haubstadt passed away peacefully Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2013 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital surrounded by his family.

He was born Oct. 27, 1928 in Haubstadt to John A. and Lydia (Buck) Weiss.

He retired from co-ownership of Weiss Motor Sales, Inc. after more than 60 years of service. He was best known for his expertise at autobody repair and refinishing. 

He proudly served his country first as a military test driver at the Aberdeen Proving Grounds before becoming a member of the Japan Logistical Command in the American Occupation of Japan during the Korean War. He enjoyed sharing his military experiences. He was especially proud of climbing Mt. Fujiyama. 

Leo was a lifetime member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Haubstadt. He was also a lifetime member of the VFW Pos #2714, a member of Haubstadt American Legion Post #194, the NRA, and a past member of the Knights of St John Post #345 Haubstadt. He was known for his great sense of humor, his love of life, and for cruising the streets of Haubstadt in his red and white jeep with his faithful dog riding as co-pilot.

Leo is preceded in death by his parents, daughter Gloria Harper, grandson Ryan Weiss, sister Virginia, and brother John G., son-in-law Jeff Bloodworth, and daughter–in-law Sandra Weiss.Survivors include his wife of more than 62 years Betty (Dewig) Weiss, Son Rick Weiss, Haubstadt, daughter Donna Weiss, Evansville, daughter Marleen (Keith) Bloodworth, Haubstadt, daughter Nanette (Bob) Buttrum, Oakland City, son Kelly (Debbie) Weiss, Haubstadt, daughter Ramona Weiss, Swanton, Ohio,  sisters Leona Thiel, Evansville, Bernice (Tom) Emge, Newburgh, Dorothy (Don) Penner, Lafeyette, Irma (John) Stone, Owensville. 17 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013 at 11 a.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery with graveside military rites conducted by the VFW Post #2714 and the Haubstadt American Legion #194.

Visitation will be Thursday, Sept 12, 2013 from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Stodghill Funeral Home in Fort Branch and again at the church from 9 a.m. till time of service. A Rosary will be recited at the funeral home on Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. by Father Tony Ernst.