Thomas Alan Weyer, age 67, of Cambridge, Minnesota, passed away on July 20, 2026, following a courageous fight after suffering a severe hemorrhagic stroke.

Tommy was generous, hardworking, respectful, loyal, charismatic, persistent, and deeply caring. He was truly one of a kind. He made an impact wherever he went, and once you met Tommy, you did not forget him.

Tommy was born on September 12, 1958, to Wilfred and Perpetua (Ibales) Weyer. He was born and raised in St. Paul alongside his siblings Robert, Butch, Gene, and Maria. Growing up in the projects helped shape his toughness, resourcefulness, and determination. He attended Mechanic Arts High School and developed an early love for motorcycles and painting.

In his early twenties, Tommy learned the painting trade and eventually built and operated his own painting company with a small crew made up mostly of family members and friends. If someone was not his friend when they started working with him, chances were they would become one.

Tommy was known by many names. To some, he was Tom or Tommy. In the painting industry, he became known as “Tommy Gun” because of how effortlessly he could spray with a pole gun. Painting was more than a trade to him. It was an art, and he made difficult work look easy.

While Tommy may not have fully realized the reach of his influence, he taught countless people the tricks of the trade, the importance of hard work, and the business sense needed to succeed. Many of those people went on to establish successful careers and companies of their own. He took great pride in helping others build better lives through the painting industry.

He was also known as “The Rebel,” the name of his motorcycle and the name he went by while riding with the Las Valientes. People will remember Tommy, his dog, and his Boss Hoss, but most of all, they will remember how he made them feel.

Tommy had a gift for gab. He spoke to everyone the same, whether they were the president or the janitor. He could quickly sense a person’s mood and, even more remarkably, knew how to change it for the better. He was quick-witted, naturally funny, and able to make the best out of even the worst situations.

He believed in working while there was work and not stopping until the job was finished. He believed a job should always be done right and often reminded others:

“If you don’t have the time to do it right now, when will you make the time?”

If Tommy told you he was going to do something, you could be certain he would follow through. His word mattered to him.

Tommy loved people. He loved his wife, his sons, his daughters, his brothers, his grandchildren, his pets, and the many friends he gathered throughout his life. He could strike up a conversation with anyone and had a story for every occasion. He was a gifted storyteller, and no story was ever told quite the same way twice.

His love for Laurie over more than 40 years was remarkable to witness. They grew together, continued finding one another through every season of life, and Tommy never stopped trying to win her heart.

Tommy was especially proud of his family and of the many years spent supporting boxing matches and tournaments as a father, coach, and constant supporter. He traveled, encouraged, celebrated, and stood beside his family through every victory and setback.

Tommy once said that you should teach people everything they know, not simply everything you know. That is exactly how he lived. He taught his children and grandchildren more than skills. He taught them how to work, how to treat people, how to stay loyal, how to persevere, and how to make an impact.

His lessons will live on through every person fortunate enough to learn from him. Nearly everyone who knew Tommy would remember something he taught them, a story he shared, or a moment when he helped change their outlook.

Tommy fought hard throughout his final weeks. He stood again, spoke again, smiled, connected with his family, and showed everyone the strength and persistence that defined his life. His recovery gave his family hope and served as one final reminder of just how strong he was.

Tommy was one of one.

He will be remembered not only for what he built or accomplished, but for the lasting impact he made on the people around him. 

A celebration of Tommy's life will be held at 11:00 am Sunday, July 26 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home, 2130 Dale St. N., Roseville. Visitation at the funeral home from 10:00 - 11:00 am Sunday.

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