Eleanor Anderson Weck
March 15, 1939 ~ May 27, 2011
Eleanor Anderson Weck, 72, beloved daughter of Edith Delany Anderson, wife of Frederick W. Weck, and mother to Karen, Jennifer, and Christopher, passed away Friday, May 27, 2011.
She graduated in 1960 with a degree in Physics from The Catholic University of America, where she was a member of the University's rifle team. She worked at the National Bureau of Standards for three years and studied Theology at the Washington Theological Center. A lifelong resident of Virginia, she worked with her husband Fred to establish the Archdiocesan Music Program in the greater Washington D.C. area. Eleanor was unselfish in her support of others and dedicated herself to many worthy causes, including aiding Cambodian refugees. She was Lady Fairfax for the Dranesville District in 2007 in acknowledgement of her dedicated work with the Great Falls Trailblazers.
She is survived by her husband and her three children. She will be missed by her family and by all the people with whom she worked and volunteered.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Great Falls Trailblazers, P.O. Box 844, Great Falls, VA 22066.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
She graduated in 1960 with a degree in Physics from The Catholic University of America, where she was a member of the University's rifle team. She worked at the National Bureau of Standards for three years and studied Theology at the Washington Theological Center. A lifelong resident of Virginia, she worked with her husband Fred to establish the Archdiocesan Music Program in the greater Washington D.C. area. Eleanor was unselfish in her support of others and dedicated herself to many worthy causes, including aiding Cambodian refugees. She was Lady Fairfax for the Dranesville District in 2007 in acknowledgement of her dedicated work with the Great Falls Trailblazers.
She is survived by her husband and her three children. She will be missed by her family and by all the people with whom she worked and volunteered.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Great Falls Trailblazers, P.O. Box 844, Great Falls, VA 22066.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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What an amazing lady Ele was! We feel blessed for having met her and been a guest in her home and in her beautiful gardens. There is no doubt how much she touched the life of her daughter Karen and through Karen we are certain her spirit will live on. Mr Weck, Jen and Chris please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Lisa and Ken
To all members of the Weck family, we send warm thoughts and wishes for eventual equilibrium. Your loss is a very big one and our hearts go out to each of yours. We’ll be thinking of you on Wednesday evening and Thursday morning, wishing we could take away some of the pain but knowing you will face it in your own ways. Wishing you stamina and a flood of loving memories to carry you forward always. An especially big hug to Karen and condolences to all from the Silvermans.
Karen, Jennie, and the Weck family—My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Ellie will be greatly missed by all of us who knew her from Camp Appalachia. I have so many fond memories of all of you! Love, Nancy Waldron
please accept my sincere condolences,while i did not know eleanor as well as i liked to have. the time i spent with her was fun, she will be missed. my prayers and thoughts are with all of you. all my love dolly
We are so saddened to hear about your mother, Karen and Jen. You are in our family’s thoughts and prayers, and we wish you strength as you face this devastating loss. We’ve heard many wonderful and loving things about your mom over the years, and we wish we’d had the chance to know her. We are thinking of you and your family. Love, Susan & Thomas
To the wonderful Weck kids, Please accept my prayers and thoughts for your Mom and keep each other strong. Love, Chuck
Karen, So very sorry to hear about your mother. If you need anything, please write me at the email address above. Much love to you and the family.
Our condolences to your whole family. Our thoughts are with you. – Tim and Danielle Greenberg
Dear Fred and Family, I am deeply saddened by the loss of your wife, mother and great friend to many. My experiences with her during my time in the Archdiocesan Music Program were always warm, supportive, and encouraging. She was always good to me and has been the guiding light of your family and business throughout its history. Please know that our prayers are with you and that Elly will be sadly missed, but her memory continues to bring joy to all who knew her. Richard Slocum
My deepest condolences. Eleanor was a very warm, welcoming person who made me feel very much at home when I visited the Weck family. Our thoughts our with you during this challenging time.
To Mr. Weck and your 3 Children, I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. You have my deepest sympathies on the death of your wife and your mother. Mrs. Weck had helped me so much that I will never can thank her enough. She was a wonderful woman and kind. If there is any thing we can do, please let us know. Teng Koy Ly and Children
Dear Chris, I’m so sorry for your loss my friend. Tears rolled down my cheeks as I read your email this afternoon. Please pass my heartfelt condolences on to Jen, Karen and Fred. Love & Peace, Woody
Dear Chris, I’m so sorry for your loss my friend. Tears rolled down my cheeks as I read your email this afternoon. Please pass my heartfelt condolences on to Jen, Karen and Fred. Love & Peace, Woody
I was filled with shock and sadness when I learned of Ellie’s passing. I will cherish all the fond memories that I have of working with her at numerous music festivals. She always was the person to keep Fred on task. My thoughts and prayers are with you. John Mitchell
Dear Chris, Mr. Weck, Karen and Jennifer: My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and the extended family at this time of sadness. Your mom and wife always welcomed me into your home and always seemed to possess immeasurable generosity and energy. I grieve along with you. With love, Marshall
Fred, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Eleanor will be greatly missed. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless You, Eleanor, for all the loving work you have done to establish trails in Great Falls. You worked so hard and so unrelentingly with such gentleness, love, and respect for all. I will always remember you.
Chris and family– I’m so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. All of you are in our thoughts, and we send our love. Sincerely, Mike Houston and family
Karen, Jenny and Chris, My mom and I just found about the loss of your mom and see that is close to the one year anniversary. We are so sorry for your loss and are thinking of your family and all of the wonderful memories in Great Falls. Barbara & Cheri Griffin