Custodian retires after 19 years
Brian Church Guest Writer
Issue date: 4/2/09 Section: News
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If you have, chances are that the friendly face was that of Donna Weaver. This familiar face in Stevenson Library waved goodbye to co-workers and friends as she finished her last work day before retirement on Friday.
Weaver worked at the GTE/ Sylvania plant in Montoursville prior to working LHU.
It wasn't until 1990 that Weaver began to make the buildings around LHU sparkle.
First she worked at Raub, then Gross Hall and finally Stevenson Library.
One of Weaver's fondest memories from the library is when a litter of kittens was found outside of the building.
Library employees kept the little kittens in the office until they were able to find the kittens good homes.
Ever since that day, Weaver has kept some cat food on hand, in case another litter of kittens just happened to wander to the library again.
Since starting at the library, Weaver has noticed the many constant improvements that have been implemented.
She really likes the appearance of the library since they renovated the main floor and the media areas of the building
Weaver was actually eligible to retire two years ago, but decided not to proceed with that because she just wasn't ready.
Now that her husband, a former U.S. postal worker, is retired, she decided that she was ready to spend her days at home in Loganton with him.
With her retirement, Weaver plans on staying busy with some projects and horseback riding.
She has both a son and daughter and was recently gifted with a granddaughter.
Horses are one of Weaver's most treasured passions.
In her free time, she loves to ride her horses on the local trails.
When Weaver isn't riding on the trails, she is using her green thumb to cultivate and prim her gardens or work on crafts.
Lately, Weaver has begun to experiment with a rug loom. She hopes to be able to create her own woven rugs.
"I will really miss the people around the university, especially my co-worker Diana Marshall," said Weaver.
She has enjoyed all of the people she met throughout the years and really appreciates the compliments that she has received for doing her job well.
Weaver will definitely be missed around the library.
Sandy Probst, Stevenson Library media manager, said that Weaver has a very strong work ethic and she never had to ask twice for a task to get completed.
"Donna is quite the baker and she often brought in baked goods to share with everyone at the library," said Probst.
Probst also noted Weaver's creativity with the seasonal crafts she would make for her.
"I am really happy and excited for Donna, but she doesn't know how much I am going to miss her," said Diane Marshal, Weaver's colleague of 10 years.
In life you meet many people, but Weaver stands out in the hearts of many.
Weaver's kind heart and good nature will be missed by all in the Haven.
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