Weber, 54, was President of the Port Adelaide Football Club from 1986 until 1992 inclusive. In that time the club won four premierships (1998-1990, 1992) and with Bruce as the driving force, made moves in 1990 to play in the AFL.
During his period as President, Weber was also instrumental in the return of John Cahill as coach (1988) and the appointment of Brian Cunningham as General Manager (1992).
Weber was born in the Port Adelaide area and remained committed to the region and the football club throughout his life.
Port Adelaide President Greg Boulton, who sat on the Board with Weber from 1988 and took over his role as President / Chairman in 1993, said that he would always be remembered for his pioneering ways and passion.
“Bruce was a passionate Port Adelaide man, who had business interests in the area. He always placed his football club and its people above anything else,” Boulton said.
“Without Bruce’s vision and leadership to enter the AFL in 1990 there might not be two clubs playing in the AFL from South Australia.
“Some elements of the South Australian community portrayed Bruce as a rogue but at Port Adelaide he will forever be revered for his energy, passion and commitment to our club playing in the national competition.
“The Port Adelaide Football Club extends its sincere condolences to Bruce’s wife Keke, daughters Jodie, Rachel and Stacy and stepson Juahir.”
The Port Adelaide players will wear black arm bands in Bruce’s honour on Sunday at AAMI Stadium.
