Maggie

Hi all. Recently, a friend of mine passed away. Maggie fought for life and was a force for good. She will be missed.

Maggie Mae Weaver
Maggie Mae Weaver On May 4, 2009, the world lost a dazzling smile. Cradled in the arms of her husband and surrounded by loved ones, Maggie Mae Weaver peacefully lost her arduous battle with colon cancer. During the 850 day siege, she lived more richly than most do in a lifetime: she graduated from Baylor Law School in 2007, passed the Bar Exam and opened her own law firm; traveled to Greece, Wyoming, Mexico, and Ireland; and hosted a celebrated art show of her own unique, beautiful paintings on April 22. Dancing through her life with the grace reserved for angels, Maggie changed people's lives with her story and charmed everyone she met with her infectious smile and effervescent spirit. She will be remembered by all those she touched. She was born Maggie Mae Pilat in Tennessee on December 9, 1975 but played most of her life in Austin. She graduated from The Science Academy at LBJ High School and subsequently graduated from The University of Texas in 1998 with a Bachelor in Social Work. In February 2004, she married the love of her life, Chris Weaver. Maggie is survived by her loving husband, Chris, who stood steadfastly by her side and now misses her dearly. She is also survived by her mother, Mary Valente-Russin; her sister, Lori Carnaghi; her brother, Virgil Pilat; her precious puppies, Niko and Kali; and many, many, many friends. As Maggie's final gift she donated her body to science in hopes that others will have a longer journey in their lives. A memorial service will be held on the rooftop at Third Base, 1717 W. 6th St. at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, May 10, 2009. Maggie was never afraid of dying -- she just wasn't done living. In lieu of sending flowers, please visit Maggie's website, www.thumpers-hole.net, for information on organizations to make donations to in memory of our Maggie.