(L.A.) Carlton Weir, 88, Died in a Hospital

Case Number: 2026-00257

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of an 88-year-old White/Caucasian male that occurred in a hospital.

The coroner’s office identified the man as Carlton Weir. Born in L.A. County. Mother’s maiden name is Corbett.

Manner of Death: Natural

Cause of Death A: Cardiopulmonary Arrest

Cause of Death B: Septic Shock

Cause of Death C: Colon Perforation Due to Fecal Impaction (Stercoral)

Cause of Death D: Diverticulitis

RIP CARLTON MORLEY WEIR (January 16, 1937 – July 28, 2025)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Monday.

In older adults, prolonged fecal impaction can place pressure on the wall of the colon, reducing blood flow and weakening the tissue. This process—described medically as stercoral—can eventually lead to perforation, infection, and sepsis. In simple terms, this reflects a severe complication of constipation.

Regular bowel habits are an important part of health in later life, and ongoing constipation deserves medical attention.