Remembering Brian Weatherby

The Rockmont family recently lost a dear friend, faithful servant, gifted teacher, musician, father, and brother in Christ, Brian Weatherby.

Brian passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 69 years old.

For more than twenty summers, Brian volunteered and worked at Camp Rockmont, becoming woven into the fabric of this place and community. What began in 1999 as a work exchange to give his son Daniel the opportunity to experience camp soon became something far deeper. Rockmont became a second home — a place where Brian invested his time, talents, humor, and heart into generations of campers, staff, and fellow alumni.

Brian dedicated his professional life to education, serving for 34 years as an elementary school teacher in Georgia. He believed learning extended beyond the classroom and created opportunities for students through space clubs, immersive programs, theater, and educational field trips. Even in retirement, he continued serving students as a substitute teacher in special education programs.

Those who knew Brian knew someone who never did anything halfway. He brought creativity, thoughtfulness, and humor into every aspect of life. Whether it was a bluegrass performance on upright bass, playful family traditions, or long conversations around camp, Brian had a gift for making people feel seen and valued.

One of the most fitting descriptions of Brian:

“To know Brian was to know someone who never did anything halfway.”

That spirit was unmistakable at Rockmont. Brian showed up fully — fully invested in people, fully present in conversations, fully willing to serve, and fully committed to the relationships he built here.

He also carried a deep and joyful sense of humor. In the final moments of his life, even as his family gathered around him in grief, Brian managed to leave them smiling through tears — a reflection of a life marked by love, connection, and just enough unexpected humor to brighten the room.

Brian is survived by his wife of 37 years, Donna; his son Daniel and daughter-in-law Carleigh; his daughter Rebecca and son-in-law Michael; and his beloved granddaughter, Scout Eden Weatherby.

The entire Rockmont Alumni community extends our prayers and deepest condolences to the Weatherby family. Brian leaves behind a legacy of faith, kindness, service, laughter, and authentic connection that will continue to impact countless lives for years to come.

“Well done, good and faithful servant.”

Additional obituary information can be found at A.S. Turner & Sons Funeral Home Obituary Page