John R. Weir

Background

Weir, John R. was born on July 8, 1919 in Tenefly, New Jersey, United States. Son of Joseph Ralph and Bertha (Louis) Weir.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Science, Thiel College, 1942. Postgraduate, Fresno State College. Postgraduate, California State University.

Postgraduate, San Jose State University. Postgraduate, Stanford University. Postgraduate, University of California at Los Angeles.

Career

Teacher San Benito County (California) High School, 1947—1952, Merced (California) Union High School, 1952-1979. Retired, 1979; With United States Air Force, 1942-1946.

Achievements

• John R. Weir has been listed as a noteworthy science educator by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member American Association Retired Persons (legislation committee chair), California Retired teachers Association (state legislation committee).

Interests

• Woodworking, gardening, political advocacy.

Connections

Married Frances Shilling, August 1, 1945. 1 child, Leslie Ralph.

Father:

Joseph Ralph Weir

Mother:

Bertha (Louis) Weir

Spouse:

Frances Shilling

child:

Leslie Ralph Weir