Branson mourns loss of beloved member of community

One of Branson's best loved personalities has passed away, and the community is grieving the loss.

Weyher (via Facebook)

Steve Weyher was a friend to all who knew him. A true supporter of the Branson community, the veterans and the entertainers, Steve Weyher always went above and beyond in all he did, giving 110% to every cause, event or occasion. The long-time manager of Golden Corral, Steve was so generous, giving without question to anyone in need. Many called him Mr. Branson. So beloved was Steve Weyher that he was given a key to the City of Branson and a Steve Weyher Day was proclaimed to honor him.

When word of Steve's passing got out, social media was flooded with kind tributes to this amazing man.  

Entertainer Terry Wayne Sanders shared, “The world has lost an incredible man, a dedicated veteran and a dear friend. We miss you already. Peace be with you, Steve Weyher.”

Said Matt Duncan, “Steve Weyher was simply the best kind of person.  Smart, funny and loving. I will miss you, brother.”

Karen Sutton-Beets added, “Steve was amazing and cared so much about the Branson community. His caring made people and events the best. He truly gave from his heart.” 

Entertainer Marvin Short added, “What a great man he was. Rest in peace, my dear friend.”

Said Glory Anne Prophet, "He was such a great guy to everyone he met.”

Becky McCune noted, "What a loss, but heaven's gain.”

Said Rich Crowell, “Steve was an amazing person. I will miss you, my friend.”

Sandy Wilkinson noted, “Steve was a wonderful person, friend and Bransonite. He always made every event and occasion. He will be missed by everyone that ever met him. He’s joined a bunch of other good ones in heaven.”

Mary Ann Sharp added, “Steve was one of a kind in the best sense. Always giving, loved to dance. Great hugs, heart of gold. He will be sorely missed in Branson. My heart is sad.”

Said Renee Johnson, “Wonderful man. Steve was magic and will be greatly missed.”

Nate Webster added, “Steve was always so very kind, and would give you the shirt off his back.”

Said Connie Floray, "He was a definite bright spot wherever he went. So saddened to learn of his passing.”

Joanne Westfall noted, "Steve was such an integral part of our community. He will be missed.”

Said Teresa Childers, "What a man he was. Working so hard, and was a friend to everyone. He will be missed.”

Bott Radio's Monna Stafford shared, "I loved Steve. We worked very closely together on various theater projects. May his memory be a blessing.”

Said Sharon Robinson, “He was a generous, kind man who did so much for the veterans who came to Branson.”

Robin Withrow noted, "What a treasure you were to all of us in Branson. So thankful to have known you and worked with you. Godspeed, my friend.”

Pam Brown said, "There will never be another like Steve.”

Teina Moore Woodburn noted, "He was such a great friend. He did so much for the Branson community, always there for the veterans and their supporters, whatever they needed, he was always there.”

Roberta Copeland added, “An amazing friend to our community and always willing to serve all our special events. You will be missed, Steve.”

Said Sherry Radford, “Steve was such a generous and great guy, a friend to all.”

Linda Lynn added, “What a great, dedicated friend.”

Entertainer Delena Ditto noted, “Wow, the energy he had! He always put everyone else first.”

Said Destin Rogers, “He was truly an amazing person. He was so giving and caring. He will be missed for sure. Job well done, Steve Weyher.”

Sue Alkire noted, “He did the catering for us at America’s Best Campground and was a wonderful, sweet man with a huge touch of humor. Rest in peace, Steve, until we meet again.” 

Sue Ann O'Neal Clark shared, "Steve was such a big supporter of Richard Daniel Clark and the artwork American High-Rise. He helped us with the mural on the back of the Grand Palace and helped tremendously with the unveiling ceremony. He and Richard can have a wonderful time now.” 

Said Michelle Pettua, “Steve was one of the nicest men I have ever had the opportunity to meet. The world has lost a wonderful soul.”

Former Branson Mayor Karen Best shared, "Trying to find the words for a tribute to Steve Weyher. If you knew him you loved him. He was kind of funny and supportive, full of personality and always up for anything you asked him to do. He catered to so many in the community and the stars who passed through the area and was so good at it. He was full of stories that would make you laugh until you cry. He was a proud Veteran who served our country and paid tribute to our veterans every chance he got. Our community will have a hole in it with your absence. Fly high, my friend. You have peace. Everyone who knew you will miss you." 

Said Branson’s, Bob Nichols, “A true Branson icon. We will miss Steve.” 

Entertainer Alan Edwards, who worked closely with Steve, and performed shows at the Golden Corral dining showroom shared, “We were so blessed to have a relationship with Steve for so many special years in Branson. I can remember the thousands of Branson shows we performed at the dinner theater at the Golden Corral with Steve and the hilarious commercials we taped together for the Vacation Channel. We had such a great team. Steve also loved the road trips to promote Branson. They were such special times. Steve was so full of life and energy that nobody could keep up with him. You never knew what Steve was going to do at any time and that’s what made him so special. Also had a big heart. He was always there to help. He had a tremendous love and compassion for our veterans, and was always there to support and help in any way he could. We were blessed to be able to go and see Steve in March of this year in Lawton, Oklahoma. We had such a wonderful visit. I can honestly say Branson will never be the same and there will never be another Steve.”