Ralph J Weaver III, "Trey"
Ralph J Weaver III, best known as Trey, was born on June 17,1954 in Wichita, Kansas and departed this life to his eternal home on May 23, 2024. He was a devoted husband to Susan Hall Weaver, loving father to his son Kyle (Samantha) and daughter Kara Patterson (Justin). Trey was a proud Pawpaw to Kinley and Clark Patterson. He was preceded in death by his father Ralph J Weaver Jr, mother Verda Maxine Young Weaver, sister Mary Weaver McGibbon and his aunt and uncle, Anne Weaver Marsh and Robert Marsh (Bob) who held a special place in his heart.
Trey was a Christian whose faith in God provided him with perseverance, strength, hope and comfort. Trey was a resilient and determined person who overcame early challenges to lead a meaningful and fulfilling life. He also had a wonderful sense of humor.
Trey tragically lost his mother at the tender age of 5 and his father at the age of 10. He spent the following 8 years at Maude Carpenter Children’s Home in Wichita KS and several foster homes. After graduating from high school, Trey enlisted in the US Air Force, serving in the Weather Equipment Division. He served for 2 years, receiving an early honorable discharge to attend college. He subsequently earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from Montana State University.
Upon completing his college degree, Trey embarked on his professional career, starting in Calhoun GA where he met the love of his life, Susan. They were married on June 15, 1979. Following their marriage, Trey and Susan began a journey together that took them to various cities across the country in pursuit of his career goals. Their first stop was Portland OR followed by Twin Falls ID and Syracuse NY, where their son was born. Next up was Indianapolis, Indiana where their daughter was born, followed by Holmdel, NJ. When they relocated to North Carolina, they finally found their forever home and have lived in Cary for the past 25 years.
Trey had a distinguished professional career marked by numerous achievements and recognition. His dedication to his work and his unique problem-solving skills resulted in Trey being promoted to key positions of increasing responsibility throughout his career. His ingenuity and innovation led to numerous professional awards, and several patents for his inventions, which left an indelible impact on several organizations, particularly in the telecommunications industry. Those qualities, as well as his dedication to excellence earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues and peers.
Trey’s life story is one of following God, resilience, and the triumph of the human spirit. He touched the lives of many with his sense of humor, generosity, intelligence, and unwavering determination. His legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of his family and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held July 13 at 11:00 am, Brooks Avenue Church of Christ, 700 Brooks Avenue, Raleigh NC. The service will be livestreamed at https://www.youtube.com/live/Dg-1C1K7ZLE. Cremation services provided by City of Oaks, Raleigh, NC. In lieu of flowers, Trey requested donations be made to Agape of North Carolina, a Christian foster and adoption agency. Donate online at: Agapeofnc.org/give/.