Carnival & Fair Buzz

Ron Weber passed away September 2, 2025 after a 5 year battle with thyroid cancer. Passionate about the outdoor amusement business, Ron participated in just about every aspect of the industry. 

Beginning his career as marketing director of Amusements of America, Ron went on to own his own carnival and run several small private fairs. He eventually opened Innovative Marketing and handled advertising campaigns for fairs and carnivals all over the country. 

In recent years, Ron devoted himself to his role as Editor of CarnivalWarehouse.com, where he elevated coverage of the amusement business with his insight, knowledge, and passion. Most recently, he launched the Amusement Warehouse Podcast, a personal project that allowed him to share stories, preserve industry history, and highlight the people who made the midway so special. 

Those who knew Ron remember not only his deep expertise, but also his warmth, humor, and unwavering commitment to the friends and colleagues he met along the way. The amusement industry was more than his profession, it was his community, and he cherished the opportunity to contribute to it throughout his life. 

While he loved his work, Ron's greatest love was his family, Ron leaves behind his wife, Melissa, and their seven children: Mary, Chris, Anne, Maggie, Isabelle, Anthony, and Molly and one grandson: Elliott. His eldest daughter, Mary, plans to continue his work with Innovative Marketing. Please keep Ron's family in your prayers. 

 

Arrangements:

Visitation 
September 7th from 6pm-8pm
Oman Funeral Home 
653 Cedar Road 
Chesapeake, VA 23322 

Funeral Mass 
September 8th at 11am 
St. Benedict's Parish 
521 McCosh Drive 
Chesapeake, VA 23320 

Burial Service 
September 8th immediately following mass 
St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery
3000 Church Street
Norfolk, VA 23504