Jean Weissman

Jean Adler Weissman, 91, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and abundant grace. Born in Germany to Isfried and Selma Adler, Jean immigrated to the United States at the age of three, escaping religious persecution—a journey that profoundly shaped her life. Raised in Chicago, she developed the strength and compassion that defined her throughout her days.

Jean earned a bachelor’s degree in textiles and clothing, with a minor in art, from the University of Maryland. She later continued her education, getting a master's degree at Ohio State University. As a psychiatric social worker, Jean made a lasting impact on countless of lives. Her career was impressive but her passion was creativity.

Jean’s true artistry was expressed through her quilting. Each piece she created was a labor of love, woven with warmth and care. Her quilts, exhibited in galleries and cherished across the country, were more than just fabric—they were expressions of her generous spirit, with all proceeds donated to charity. Jean extended this generosity further by dedicating years to crafting hundreds of blankets for foster children/infants, and the homeless through My Very Own Blanket, and A Touch of Comfort. She was also a devoted student at the Columbus Cultural Arts Center and an active member of the Art Quilt Alliance.

Even during the pandemic, Jean’s spirit remained undimmed. She sewed over 1,400 masks and created 600 handmade cards, ensuring that those in need felt remembered and loved.

Zest for life led her to travel the globe, where she explored the world’s wonders with her family and her best friend, Melissa Brown, creating memories that will be cherished forever. With a brave and adventurous spirit Jean and brother Ted and his wife Shelly, served in the Israeli Army in order to relieve soldiers who wanted to go on R&R.

Jean is survived by her daughter, Ruth DuBose; and her grandchildren, Jesse Mosley and Dillon Boyett; her daughter-in-law, Kim Weissman; and her grandchildren, Kelli Weissman (Emmanuel Washington) and Blake Weissman. She is also survived by her niece, Marla Callistein (Dan), and their children, Dylan and Claire, and her nephew Aaron Adler.
Jean is now reunited with her son, David Weissman, and her brother, Ted and wife Shelly Adler, son-in-law Stuart DuBose who preceded her in death.

As we think upon Jean her love continues to bloom in the hearts of all who knew her, especially cousins and friends. Jean will be remembered for her fierce determination, her passion for life and her ability to rally people together for a common cause.

A celebration of Jean’s life will be held on September 1, 2024, with visitation from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. and a memorial service at 3:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 3047 E. Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, OH 43231. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to A Touch of Comfort, 3061 Knoll Drive, Gahanna, OH 43230.

Jean’s life was a testament to resilience, love, and the quiet power of kindness—a legacy that will continue to inspire all who were touched by her presence.