He would always tell me negativity is the wrong way to look at life.
    — Patricia Weaver, mother

    Weaver died March 3 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device. After Weaver graduated high school in 2007, he decided to get in shape to join the Army. He lost 60 pounds, quit his job at a local grocery store and enlisted in January 2008. Specialist Weaver was posthumously promoted to Sergeant.
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    17 memories of Jason M. Weaver

    Please extend our thoughts and prayers to the family of Specialist Weaver. He belonged to our successor unit, 42d MP Brigade.

    42d MP Group (Customs) was in existence in Europe from 1968 to 1994.

    M.D. Austing
    President
    42d MP Group (Customs)
    Reunion Association
    Dennison, OH
    US Army MP Corps
    1967-1981

    — Michael D. Austing
    March 5, 2011 at 7:40 a.m.

    Jason..You will never be forgotten I am so glad I had the Priviledge of Knowing you in High School!! Thank You so Much for everything you have done for this country!! You are a HERO to all of us and we cant thank you enough!! You will be in our hearts forever!! and I cant wait to see you again!!

    — Lauren Bender
    March 5, 2011 at 9:06 a.m.

    Oh my J Walter. Thank you for being one of the best friends someone could have. I'll never forget all the fun times we have had. From you bagging for me to us finally having a drink together. I'll love you forever. You are my hero. You will be missed forever. Pound it!!!

    — Brandi Strout
    March 5, 2011 at 3:48 p.m.

    My prayers go out to your family, we just lost our son 1/15/2011. Please know that we are here for you if you ever need us.
    Candida Torre
    Mother of SPC Jose A. Torr Jr.
    4ever..

    — Candida
    March 5, 2011 at 10:43 p.m.

    To the Family and Friends of Jason Weaver my Prayers are with You. I didnt know Jason but he was a good friend to my Friend and coworker Gregory Strout Jr. and his wife Brandi. I Salute You Jason Weaver and the Military Branches for Your Dedicated Service to Our Country!! God Bless You All! *Tracy* Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton Pharmacy

    — Tracy Woods
    March 6, 2011 at 1:39 p.m.

    Man you were one of the first friends I had after leaving high school. working at staters was always a little bit better when we had the same shift. I am so proud to have called you my friend and thank you for what you have done for me. God bless you.

    — Steven Baughman
    March 6, 2011 at 11:05 p.m.

    You will truly be missed Jason! Always had a good time working with you and hanging out after we got off from closing! You were a great friend and a HERO to us all! I know you are in a better place know but we have lost a truly great person! Much love J! You will be missed!

    — Matthew mead
    March 7, 2011 at 7:23 p.m.

    My condolence to your family. My heart truly goes out to the mother, I truly could say I feel your pain. My God give you the peace and comfort you need at this time. Be proud of your Hero.
    From one Gold Star Mother
    Brenda Pallares
    Mother of Spc. Ronnie Pallares
    K.I.A. 10/28/2011

    — Brenda Pallares
    March 8, 2011 at 9:08 a.m.

    Jason you will forever be in my heart, I love and miss you more then you'll ever know. I Know you promised to help me with my grandpa dying recently I just never knew you would be helping by welcoming him by hand. My heart goes out to your family. Ill see you again. Love you, spagetti ohs.

    — Bobby-Jo McGlumphy
    March 11, 2011 at 4:21 p.m.

    It was a privilege e to be at Jason's homecoming today with the rest of the Patriot Guard Riders; thank you Jason for your service. My prayers are with his mother and the rest of the family, friends and fellow service members. RIP little brother.

    — Scott Wiles
    March 14, 2011 at 4:39 p.m.

    Im still at loss for words. You were such a great friend Jason. You always new how to cheer me up when I was down. You made working not such a drag!! You will be missed. You are truly my hero.. and I'm so privileged to have known you. I love you Jason Weaver! RIP

    — Krysi Yglesia
    March 15, 2011 at 3:54 p.m.

    Jason, you always had that special gift of making difficult days more bearable. A long day of work always went by quicker with your sense of humor and laughter. You are and shall always remain a hero in my heart. You will be missed, but we shall meet again.

    — Bernadette Pentek
    March 15, 2011 at 4:36 p.m.

    May I first start off by expressing my condolences to you and your family of Specialist Jason M Weaver. I am deeply saddend by your loss. Even though I never met your son, I have a great admiration for what he was there to accomplish. On behalf of Calvary Chapel Santa Fe Springs and myself we would like to extend a personal invite to you and your family in which we pay Tribute to fallen soldiers at our"Day to Honor"community festival. We would be honored if we can pay tribute to your son. This tribute would take place May 29th,2011. I will continue to ask the Lord to strengthen you and your family daily as you go through this difficult time. Should you have any questions please contact us at 562-906-0697.

    — Sabrina
    April 12, 2011 at 3:17 p.m.

    Words can not even begin to explain how sad everyone is over the loss of you Jason. I still can`t believe your gone. I didn`t know you well, but you were someone who could leave an impression with anyone you met. I will always cherish the few times we did hang out. Those memories will be with me forever. R.I.P Jason.... Your spirit will live on through all those you touched. And your memories will never die. Miss you

    — Whitney
    June 27, 2011 at 11:24 a.m.

    THANK YOU!!!!!!! For your sacrifice, words do little to describe our sincere gratitude. However, There is a hope for a future where such wonderful people will not have to die in the wars of the world. ISAIAH 2:4 And he will certainly render judgment among the nations and set matters straight respecting many nations and set matters straight respecting many peoples. And they will have to beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning shears. Nation will not lift up sword against nation, neither will they learn war anymore....REV 21:3,4-"death will be no more"

    — krystal
    March 30, 2012 at 2:42 p.m.

    One of my bestfriends. Our friendship happened quickly and hightened even more deployed living together every single day. It was an honor to serve with you. I miss you everyday still.
    R.I.P my brother...

    — Brian Gabel
    April 25, 2012 at 3:27 p.m.

    Never said no to a freind, he was someone you could rely on; no matter what.

    Miss you alot. I think of you everyday.

    — Manuel Vargas
    October 27, 2012 at 3:12 p.m.

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