Donald “Don” Weyker

Donald “Don” Weyker, age 87, of Belgium passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, at Sharon S. Richardson Hospice surrounded by his loving family.

Don was born in Sheboygan on Oct. 4, 1938, the son of Leo and Olive (nee Antoine) Weyker. He was raised in the Town of Belgium and graduated from Port Washington High School.

Following high school, Don proudly served his country for six years as a member of the U.S. Army Reserve.

On April 28, 1962, Don married the love of his life, Dorothy Feider, at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Dacada. Together, they shared 64 years of marriage, building a beautiful life centered around family, faith, friendship and service to others.

Don worked for 38 years as a punch press operator at Bolens Manufacturing in Port Washington.

A man of strong faith and a generous heart, he was a lifelong member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Lake Church (Divine Savior Parish) and a 50-year member of the Belgium Fire Department.

Don found great joy in helping others and giving back to the community he loved. He was the kind of person who could fix just about anything and was always willing to lend a helping hand. He generously shared his time and talents with family, friends, neighbors and many others, including his dear friend Father James Ernster, with whom he enjoyed doing various projects.

In his quieter moments, Don enjoyed playing sheepshead, taking walks and sharing coffee and conversation with his friends at Hobo’s Restaurant. Above all, he treasured the time spent with the people he loved. His kindness, gentle spirit, willingness to help and genuine care for others will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Don is survived by his beloved wife Dorothy; his four children, Mary (Patrick) Finnemore, Sue Ann (Daniel) Gahlman, Thomas (Rachel) Weyker and Jane (Mark) Doll; nine grandchildren, Jack, Megan, David, Anna, Joseph, Jacob, Allyson, Kaylee and Abigail; and two great-grandchildren, Callaway and Emmy.

He is further survived by his siblings Roger (Joan) Weyker, Carol (Gerold) Weiland and Joan (Peter) Schmit and brothers and sisters-in-law Shirley (Francis) Stadler, Peter (Louise) Feider, Jeff Anzia and Roger Ulm, as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends.

Don was preceded in death by his parents Leo and Olive Weyker, his sister Linda Ulm, brother-in-law Gregory Feider and sister-in-law Barbara Anzia.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at noon Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, at Divine Savior Parish, Holy Cross Chapel, in Belgium. Father Don Thimm will officiate.Visitation will be at the church on Tuesday, Oct. 6, from 10 a.m. until the Mass.

Don will be laid to rest at St. Mary Parish Cemetery in Lake Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Belgium Fire Department or Sharon S. Richardson Hospice Center.

May Don’s memory be a blessing to all who knew and loved him, and may he rest peacefully in the loving presence of his Lord and Savior.

Eernisse Funeral Home, Belgium, is honored to serve the Weyker family.

Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com.