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Paul Weller, 72

Paul Weller, 72, of Rougemont, N.C., died Monday, Feb. 19, 2024.

Born March 28, 1951, in Fairbury, Ill., he was the son of Joseph Anton “Tony” Weller and Mary Helen Kratz Weller.

In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by his sons, Eric Weller and Gregg Weller, and brothers, John Weller and Steve Weller.

He is survived by his wife, Phyliss Boatwright of the home; and his son, Gary Weller (Amanda), granddaughter, Maren Weller, grandson, Jack Weller, and first wife, Alice Schmid Johnson, all of Woodstock, Ill. He is also survived by his sister, Cathy Williams (Bruce) of Newcastle, Wash.; brother, Dick Weller (Armella) of Fort Myers, Fla.; brother, Phillip Weller (Debbie) of Dwight, Ill,; several nieces and nephews; and best friend, Terry Herbin.

Paul grew up in Chatsworth, Ill.

He served in the U.S. Army in 1971-72. He was co-owner of Hudson Well Co. in Rougemont.

A visitation will be held Thursday, Feb. 22, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Brooks & White Funeral Home. In lieu of food or flowers, please consider a donation to the Duke Cancer Center, Duke Home Health and Hospice, the Caldwell Volunteer Fire Department, or a charity of choice.

Condolences may be sent to brooksandwhite.com.

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