John "Johnny" Weinberger

Johnny Weinberger, 89, passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2022, at Elm Crest Manor in New Salem.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, July 13,2022, at St. Pius Catholic Church in New Salem. Burial will follow at St. Pius Cemetery.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 12, 2022, from 5:00-7:00 PM at St. Pius Catholic Church, New Salem, with a Rosary/Parish Vigil at 7:00 PM.

Johnny was born on February 15, 1933, to Adam and Elizabeth (Seeberger) Weinberger in Grant County, southwest of Almont. He lived and worked on the farm until 1990, when he moved to Dickinson and began working for Green Thumb. His biggest enjoyment was playing his accordion and watching people dance. In 2015, Johnny moved to New Salem and then later moved to in Elm Crest Manor, remaining there until his death.

Johnny is survived by his brother, Nick (Caroline) of New Salem, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Adam, Peter, Ed, Leo, William “Billy”; and sisters, Minnie Geitzen and Marian Schneider.