Edward Lewis Weatherby

Edward Lewis Weatherby, 89, passed away on November 9, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 5, 1937, in Collingdale, PA, to the late Albert and Pearl (Lewis) Weatherby.

Edward lived a life marked by devotion, steadiness, faith, and love. He attended high school in Philadelphia and went on to graduate from St. Josephs University in Philadelphia. He later built a long and respected career in banking, serving as a director of systems and programming for 30 years. An Army Veteran, he also gave of himself in service to his country.

Edward was, above all, a deeply loving man. He was devoted to his beloved wife of 64 years and to his family. He moved to Indiana in 2024 from Philadelphia, PA, carrying with him a lifetime of memories, traditions, and the quiet strength that so many had long relied upon. As a Knight of Columbus officer, he lived out his values in both faith and community. He loved the Lord with all his heart, was firm and strong in his faith, and was known for having a strong prayer life.

Edward was described as the kindest man anyone would ever meet—kind, soft, and patient, with a great sense of humor that will be remembered fondly by all who shared in it. Others said that he emanated a sense of serenity, calm, love, and predictability; qualities that mirror the image of the God that he served. He intentionally chose to be a passive father, a quality his family truly admires and appreciates.

Edward loved all kinds of music, especially jazz. He loved cars and restoring cars. He was affectionately known as a foodie, someone who loved good food, trying new dishes, and lively conversations about which foods were the very best. He also cherished listening to his wife’s stories, especially the old stories and treasured memories of their life together, a simple but beautiful expression of the love they shared across the years.

Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife, Mary Weatherby; his children, Anne (David) Hughes, Susan (William) Leighton, and Edward Weatherby Jr.; 10 grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Edward was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 2 sisters.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00am on Friday, November 13, 2026, at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, located at 820 E. Charles St., Muncie, IN 47305. Visitation will be from 10:00am until the time of the Mass on Friday. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle. Memorial contributions may be made to the Special Olympics online here. You may express condolences or share a memory of Edward at www.hinsey-brown.com.