Dalton Alan Weise, a 14-year-old ninth grader from Moncks Corner, South Carolina, tragically passed away at his home on Wednesday evening. A student at Berkeley High School, Dalton’s untimely death has deeply saddened his family, friends, and the wider Moncks Corner community. Known for his achievements both academically and in the rodeo and wrestling circuits, Dalton’s life, though short, was filled with passion and accomplishment.
Honoring Dalton Weise: Funeral Arrangements and Memorials
The funeral service to celebrate Dalton’s life will be held at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at Freedom Church. Following the service, interment will take place at Oak Hill Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to pay their respects during the visitation at Dial-Murray Funeral Home in Moncks Corner on Monday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A gathering will also be held at the Fraternal Order of Police immediately after the burial on Tuesday, providing further opportunity to remember Dalton.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Jed Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on suicide prevention among young adults, at PO Box 412945, Boston, MA 02241, or through their website at https://jedfoundation.org/. Donations to any suicide prevention program would also be a meaningful way to honor Dalton’s memory and support a cause important to his family.
A Life of Achievement: Rodeo and Wrestling Success
Born on February 3, 2010, in North Charleston, South Carolina, Dalton was the son of J.D. Weise and Amanda Brewer Weise. He excelled academically as an honors student and was a proud member of the Junior Beta Club at Berkeley High School. He was also actively involved in the Freedom Church community.
Dalton was deeply passionate about rodeo, achieving significant recognition in multiple associations. He was a member of the NHSRA and the SCHSRA, where he impressively held the title of Bareback Riding Champion for two consecutive years and was a Reserve Bull Riding Champion. His early rodeo journey began at Shady Acres Rodeo with the Rockin G Mafia bull riding team, and he regularly competed at the New Pickens rodeos. Recently, Dalton’s talent was recognized on a global stage when he competed in the Wrangler YBR and achieved a remarkable number 9 ranking as a Youth Bull Rider worldwide.
Beyond rodeo, Dalton also excelled in grappling and wrestling. He began his grappling career at Black Force MMA, earning numerous gold medals in competitions. He then transitioned to Berkeley Wrestling, where he achieved the Lower State Championship in his 8th-grade year, demonstrating his dedication and skill in yet another sport.
Interests and Family
Dalton was an enthusiastic sports fan, passionately supporting the South Carolina Gamecocks and the Green Bay Packers. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting with his friends and dedicated himself to physical fitness, often going to the gym and weightlifting with his father.
Dalton is survived by his loving mother, Amanda Weise of Moncks Corner; his father, J.D. Weise of Charleston; his sister, Madisyn Weise of Moncks Corner; and his brother, Craig Weise of Edgefield. He is also survived by his grandparents: Bonnie and Todd Brewer of Moncks Corner, Sophia Atkinson of Summerville, Dodie Weise of Charleston, and Johnny Weise of Savannah, GA. His great-grandparents include Barbara and Tommy Atkinson of Summerville, Brenda Brewer, Larry and Gail Connor, all of Moncks Corner, and Darlene Weise of Bonneau. Numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins also mourn his passing.
Dalton Weise’s passing is a profound loss to his community. His achievements in academics and sports, combined with his dedication and passion, made a significant impact on those around him. Remembering Dalton means cherishing his accomplishments and supporting the causes he and his family held dear, particularly suicide prevention, to help other young people in need.
