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November 6, 1958 - March 9, 2024

August Wilhelmus Johannes Weimer

(affectionately known as Gus) sadly passed

away on March 9th, 2024 following a long

battle with illness at the age of 65.

Born and raised in Amsterdam, he immigrated to

Canada in his late teens with his immediate family.

His passion for cars and all things mechanical drove

him to attain his Red Seal in mechanics.

After operating his mechanic’s shop

for several years, he decided to pursue a degree in

Education. He fused his passions for mechanics and

teaching when he accepted a position at R F Staples

Secondary School in Westlock as their Automotives

instructor. A natural teacher, Gus found great satisfaction

imparting practical knowledge and skills to his students.

He departed R F Staples to work for P.C.L., and in the

following years enjoyed camping with family & friends.

A lifelong music lover, Gus played guitar (and sometimes

sang/yodelled) around the campfire and in several bands,

including with his siblings, “Blue Moss”, and “Staff

Infection” with fellow R F Staples staff. Gus was also an

active member of the Busby & District Lions Club.

Gus is survived by his wife of 15 years, Terry (Theresa)

Brenneis. His daughter Natasha (Mike) Yakimowich & his

grandson Dorian. He is also survived by his stepchildren

Amber Brenneis, and Terra (Richard) Hawkins, as well as

step grandchildren Mykenzie & Hudson Hawkins. He also

leaves to mourn his brother Juri (Lisa) Weimer, and his

sister Frieda (Dan) Mykiwka and their families. He was

predeceased by his parents Jurianus & Maria Weimer.

As per Gus’s wishes there will be no funeral.

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