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Bertha SEAY Obituary
Bea was a Transportation Coordinator for the Peninsula Catholic School and later a Paper Carrier for the Daily Press. She loved and was loved by everyone who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard O. Seay.
Bea leaves behind to cherish her memories her son, Richard O. Seay II and his wife, Donna; two daughters, Joyce Blymyer and her husband, Robert, and Cheryl Moore and her husband, Donald; six grandchildren, Nicole Seay, Justin and Travis Blymyer, Marie, Melissa and Christopher Moore; one great-granddaughter, Jordan Poole; sister, Dorothy Pemberton (with whom Bea resided); brother, Ronald Williams; and many nieces and nephews. Bea will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 14, 2010, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A celebration of Bea's life will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 11835 Canon Blvd., Ste. 102-A, Newport News, VA 23606 and/or the Yorkminster Presbyterian Church Building Fund, 6218 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Yorktown, VA 23692.
Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave., in Hampton, 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bertha SEAY
April 29, 2010
Bea was a wonderful neighbor when we lived in her neighborhood. She was always kind, generous and funny. We were sorry to see she had passed. I'm sure she will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Phyllis & Gary, Williamsburg, VA
April 14, 2010
Joyce,Cheryl and Rick, my friendship with your mom for more than 50years is something I will always treasure. My thoughts are with you.
Connie Squyars
Janet Mills
April 14, 2010
Joyce, Cheryl & Rick, I am so sorry to hear about Bea. I'm sure she and my Aunt Faye are happy to be reunited and probably look down on all of us now.
B&C Seafood
April 14, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Ed & Lisa Mullis
April 14, 2010
Rick. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Scott Corbett
April 13, 2010
Bea will be missed. I became friends with her in 1987 when I started delivering newspapers. She was a very kind person.We had a lot of good times. Telling jokes, stories and just talking about family.thanks for all the great times.
martha bacon-bradley
April 13, 2010
Joyce, Cheryl, Rick:Your mom is my favorite red-headed aunt! Your mom is like a second mother to me. She holds a special place in my heart for now and always.I have the most wonderful memories growing up with all of you and Aunt Bea and Uncle Richard. I am sad for you and myself but happy for her that she is home with the Father. Love to all of you and I will see you on Wednesday. Love, Martha
Margaret Klassa
April 13, 2010
We will miss Bea very much. We worked together and became friends. She was always friendly, kind and helpfull. We shared a lot of laughs and story's together. She was a wonderful lady. Our condolences to her family.
Hal and Margaret Klassa
Laura Mallory
April 13, 2010
We were sorry to hear about Bea. We know she will be missed greatly. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Comfort Keepers
April 13, 2010
Rick, so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. I know it's a great loss. All of us at the dock are thinking of you. My condolences to you and your family.
Tim (TJ) Jewel
April 13, 2010
We're so sorry for your loss.
Heather and Chuck Lewis
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