In Loving Memory

Walter "Bill" Weilep

Walter (Bill) Weilep, passed away on Nov 6 ^th , 2021.  Bill was born, Sept 15, 1936 in Colville WA and was a life-long resident of Northport WA.

Bill was employed for 41 years by Hemphill Brothers INC, the last 25 years as general manager of Northport Limestone.

Bill was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, coach, hunting buddy, and golf partner.  He lived his life with gusto and could best be described as an adventurous sportsman.  An expert skier, accomplished pilot, he raced dirt track stock cars, enjoyed hunting, and was a competitive golfer – Bill enjoyed all aspects of outdoor activities.

Always willing to lend his time to his community Bill will be remembered by countless Northport children as their Babe Ruth baseball coach.  He spent over fifteen years instilling his extensive love and knowledge of the game on an entire generation of young boys.  He was an active member of the Northport School Board for many years, as well as an officer in the Northport Lions club and Colville Elks club.  As a young man he was a proud member of the Washington State National Guard. Bill and his wife Jane enjoyed spending their last 20 winters in Palm Desert, CA.

Bill is survived by his beloved wife Jane, daughter Stacy, sons Rhett and Roger, ten loving grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren. He will forever have a space in all our hearts.

Please visit the online memorial and sign his guestbook at www.danekasfuneralchapel.com .  Danekas Funeral Chapel & Crematory have been entrusted with his arrangements.