William S. Weems, M.D. Obituary (1936 - 2006)

Passed away peacefully at home on July 13th, 2006. Born October 10th, 1936 in Meridian, Mississippi to Sarah Johnston Weems and Albert Williams Weems. Bill graduated from Meridian High School in 1954. Six years later, he simultaneously obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree and Doctorate of Medicine from Tulane University and Tulane Medical School. While doing an internship in Colorado, Bill met Beverly June Arbuthnot and they were married in 1961. They returned to New Orleans for his 2 year residency in Pathology. In 1963, Bill and June moved to Utah to raise their family. Bill practiced Pathology at LDS Hospital until completing his board certification in Dermatopathology in 1974. He then established a private Dermatopathology practice where he enjoyed a reputation for excellence among his colleagues around the world. Bill also had a passion for teaching. He pioneered an educational website, and was affiliated with the University of Utah Medical School for over 25 years as an Adjunct Professor. In addition to his distinguished medical career, Bill will be remembered as an avid golfer, fisherman, photographer, musician, jewelry maker, painter, computer aficionado, dog trainer, Mr. Bean fan, and teller of bad jokes. A true renaissance man was Bill Weems. Preceded in death by his mother and father. Bill is survived by his wife Beverly June; children Stephanie, Michael (KoKo) and Cheryl (Dan) George; grandchildren Connor and Bailey; brothers Albert Jr. (Mary) of Mississippi and Sterling (Jane) of Florida, and his nieces and nephews. The family wishes to express sincere appreciation to the Community Nursing Services Hospice team and to his doctors. The family will have a private memorial service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donation to Community Nursing Services Hospice or your favorite charity. We welcome everyone to join in a celebration of Bill’s life on Tuesday, July 18 at the Cottonwood Country Club from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.