Obituary
Joe Weinberg 81, of Leesburg entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior January 30, 2025. He was born in Jackson Michigan, March 28, 1943 to Beverly and Alfred Gunder. At 14 Joe and his identical twin Tom were adopted by their grandparents Joseph and Ethelyn Weinberg of Jackson, Michigan.
Joe attended Jackson High School in Michigan, joined the U.S. Navy at 17 and finished high school when he returned from the navy. He later went on to earn his Bachelor’s Degree from Michigan State University and Master’s Degree in Organizational Management from Spring Arbor University. Joe loved to learn and at the age of 79 became a certified career coach.
Joe married his beloved wife Jackie in 1987, and she helped lead him to Christ in 1987.
He retired in 1995 from the Michigan Department of Corrections after 29 years. He liked to say when being introduced to others “I spent 29 years in prison.” Then Joe would follow up with “And I met my wife Jackie in Prison.” You see, Joe and Jackie met and worked together at the prison in Jackson, MI.
Before moving to Florida, Joe was an active member of First Church of the Nazarene where he served in various ministries. His heart was always to help the needy and he helped start Compassionate Ministries of Jackson County, Michigan.
Since 2002, Joe has been a faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Leesburg. He served in various ministries in the Christian Care Center. Joe served as Director of Fresh Start Job Center, and Instructor at the Men’s and Woman’s Addiction Recovery Centers.
Joe enjoyed studying and sharing the good news of the bible. He also liked to Bike, Run and Exercise. Joe enjoyed college football; He was a Michigan State University and Florida Gator’s Fan.
Joe is survived by his faithful wife Jackie; Daughter Kym (Mike) McNally; Son Kevin (Kendra) Weinberg; and Step-Son Mark Nosal. Grandchildren: Joshua and Jessica Weinberg; Gail and Robin Nosal; and Great Grandson Elijah Mark Edwards.
Waiting for Joe in heaven is his Identical Twin Tom, Step-Son Todd Anthony Nosal, Grandsons Andrew Damon Heath and Todd Everett Nosal and Great Grandson David Joseph Boyle, as well as other precious family members.
Those who knew Joe will remember him for his deep-rooted faith in Jesus, his unwavering commitment to spreading kindness, generosity and encouragement to everyone he met.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the Sanctuary, at the First Baptist Church in Leesburg, 220 N. 13 Street, Leesburg on February 23, at 1:30 PM. There will be food and fellowship after in the church fellowship hall. After Joe retired, he said I don’t think I will ever wear a tie again so please come in casual attire. For those who are unable to attend, the service will be live-streamed on Facebook.com/firstleesburg as well as firstleesburg.tv
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Christian Care Center, Leesburg, Florida; Compassionate Ministries of Jackson County, Michigan; or Cornerstone Hospice.
Until we meet again, my friend.
Tom was a new believer and Joe took Tom under his wing to discipline him. Tom would go to Joe and Jackie’s Bible study on Friday at the Christian Care Center as a student but Joe treated Tom as an assistant. Joe would have Tom play a part in each lesson. Tom had to study and be ready for roles like giving his testimony. This helped Tom grow in Christ and His mission.
Joe is Tom’s best friend and his brother in Christ.
Joe and Jackie became the family that God knew we needed. We promised Joe that we would help take care of her. We are their forever friends.
We are grateful to God for Joe and Jackie’s love, time, and role models for our lives. Praise the Lord! To God be all the glory!!
I love you my dear brother in Christ! I will never forget you!
Enjoy your celebration with our Savior!
Until we meet again on the streets of Gold!
Denny
The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.
Numbers 6:24-26
Brad and Laurie Clay