Howard F. Weaver, 88, of Idaville, passed away at 7:20 am, Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at his residence.

He was born on June 22, 1930 in Idaville to Joseph Francis and Rose V. (Johnsonbaugh) Weaver. On May 9, 1953 he married Maxine Gaby and she survives.

He was baptized in the Idaville Church of God.

Howard was a graduate of Idaville High School. He served in the Army during Korea and was stationed in Japan. Howard worked as the bus maintenance supervisor for Twin Lakes School Corporation from which he retired.

He raced for 45 years and was a member of the National Modified Midget Association (NMMA) and was inducted into the NMMA Hall of Fame. Howard loved fishing, hunting and I.U. basketball. Most of all, he cherished time with family, especially his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife Maxine; children, Pam Weaver and Howard (Stephanie) Weaver, both of Idaville; grandchildren, Dawn (Brent) McKenzie, Amanda Weaver and Bailey (Brandon) Williams; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

He was also preceded in death by his sister, Audrey Gaby.

Visitation will be Saturday, March 16, 2019 from 11 a.m. until the time of services celebrating Howard's life at 1 p.m. at Springer-Voorhis-Draper Funeral Home of Monticello with Pastor Keith Raderstorf officiating.

Burial will follow in Idaville Cemetery with full military rites.

Memorial contributions may be offered to the American Heart Association. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Messages of condolence be extended at www.springerfuneralhome.com