Ian Weinman I will forever be grateful for every moment I spent being your "Nannie"
From the moment we became neighbors in Park City in 1995 up until the last day I hugged & kissed you goodbye in June of 2003. I will never forget that day. It was a sunny spring day, you were so excited to show me your new kittens! I looked into your beautiful blue eyes and I had to tell you that I was moving across country... I had to wipe tears from both of our faces and I asked you to promise me that you would do YOUR best, not anybody else's best. To be good to your parents and the best role model for Owen. You asked me when I would come back.. and when I would visit... I was honest and said I don't know. I always hoped that this would not be the last time we would see each other... but it was.
It was no secret that you were a wild little man! The energy you had for life from a toddler on was unmatched. I've never met anyone that would brighten up an already sunny day the way you did... everyone could feel your positive energy radiating from your amazing smile and mesmerizing blue eyes... your kindness towards everyone - including animals and mother nature was a true force.
Being able to experience so many of your firsts with you and your incredible parents Lisa Needham & Rich Wyman was an honor and even though it was my "job" many days were spent with you and your family just because I loved you! From pushing you in the jogger while rollerblading with Moogie or taking you on the City Bus to bring you around town just because you loved the busses so much... helping out while your parents preformed a multitude of concerts & shows.. hiking, bike trail rides, swimming & playing in the snow.. we were always having fun.. even on the days when we missed your dad while he was on tour... and all you wanted was to be able to hug him and hear his magical piano hands.. you knew just how to fix a moment with music.. from a toddler age, you knew how to work a 5 disc CD player.. you would spin the dics around until you found your dad's CD and turn it on so we could have a dance party... as you got older, we even had Yoga time to be just like your mom.
We had a few quiet moments.. the kind that sometimes required us to put a "Shhhhhh baby is sleeping" sign on the front door... those moments, you were the ultimate snuggle bug!
Your voice has always been a part of me. Over the years I have had many flashbacks to our times together and silly things you would say... silly things you would do. Every time I make Chicken Cacciatore, I hear your voice " Chicken catch a Torrie.... Chicken Catch A Nannie!" 😂 and it would bring me right back to your kitchen.
You were a gift in my life that I will always be grateful for - I wouldn't be the mother I am today if it wasn't for you.
I will love you always and forever. RIP My sweet little man.
Lisa & Rich & Owen - I love & Miss you guys so much. ❤️
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Such a tragic loss. My deepest condolences for this un thinkable loss. Karen and I were sick to our stomachs when Dave told me I needed to go look at your Facebook last night. Not much more I can say as nothing feels right at a time like this, just that I loved the brief times I spent with him as he had a great spirit that was a true combination of you both. Jonathan & Karen
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No words, unfair and very sad. All love and strength to bear this loss together. We are speechless
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Dear Rich, Lisa and Owen, Inge told me this terrible news this morning and we are completely shocked. Losing a child is the worst nightmare for parents. We wish you ALL the strength with this loss. LOL Inge, Myrthe, Yoni and Wilfred
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Dear Rich, Lisa and Owen, Waking up with this very sad news totally shocked us. Losing a child, no matter what age, is the most terrible thing that can happen to a parent. It must have been very hard for you to let your boy go. We wish you all all the strength you need now, but even more in the future. You're in our hearts forever. Love, Christy and Michel
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Dear family, we are deeply moved and shocked by this sad message.. our consolence. We wish you all the love and strenght …
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Dear, sweet Ian, I can't believe the truth. Rich, Lisa, Owen what a hell of a time must this be for you all. I'm shocked and so sad about the lost of Ian. Words cannot describe te deep feelings of sadness. This little man stoled my heart and he still does. This beautifull man who touches the hearts of so many people.................speechless
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There are no words that can convey the ache I feel for you all. Holding you in my thoughts and looking up at the stars. Much love at this heartbreaking time.
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What a lovely obituary. Thinking of your family and sending love.
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Fly high Ian ,
smile sweetly down upon all that loved and traveled life’s journey with you❤️🌹 you live on in the hearts many forever❤️never! Forgotten 🌹
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Ian was truly such a fire of light and passion. I will never forget the day he visited my family's house with Kelsey and his charismatic energy brought smiles and laughter to everyone in the room. He was a ball of joy and adventure, rolling down the hill in Colt State Park after dinner. Ian will be missed dearly and will certainly never be forgotten! My deepest condolences to his family, friends, and Kelsey.
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Sending our deepest condolences to you and all who love him. I have seen posts with him and his beautiful energy. Sending much love your way.
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My deepest sympathies to the family. He was a great captain and we really enjoyed hanging with Ian. He will be truely missed.
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Ian how are you gone?! There are several missed calls on your phone. Zara and I were trying to get ahold of you because we were in the city. You are the kind of person that would meet up with us last minute and take us out. You are so fun and so funny. Much love to you captain
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St Thomas, St. Thomas, USVI
Ian invites people he met on land to his boat and we all celebrate hanukkah
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2024, Philadelphia, PA, USA
The last time of many I saw Ian. Hadn't seen him in a few years and I'm so thankful I saw him recently. This was in June fly high brother. You are so missed. That will never change
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