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Debbie SEAY Obituary
She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Seay; her father, Paul Camby; and her brother, Paul Ray Camby Jr.
Debbie was a member of James River Baptist Church in Williamsburg. She was also a member of the Xi Zeta Zeta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. She took part in numerous activities and support groups for the cancer community, and was a role model and inspiration to many fellow cancer patients and survivors, as well as their families. Debbie was very spiritual and drew strength from her faith. She leaves behind many close friends and family whom she loved and cherished and who loved and cherished her.
She is survived by her mother, Betty Heflan and husband, William; her son, Kenny Seay and wife, Aimee; her daughter, Stacy Seay; her grandchildren, Austin and Savannah Seay; her brothers, David Camby and Robert Simmons; her sister, Anne Thornton; her aunt, Judy Burkham and her uncle, Sam Craver, both of Lincolnton, Ga.; her aunt, Shirley Camby and her uncle, Edwin (Butch) Camby, both of Heartville, Mo.; her closest cousin, Dean Camby of Winston-Salem, N.C.; and her dog, Buster.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, at James River Baptist Church, 4931 Centerville Rd., Williamsburg, with interment following in the church cemetery. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Debbie SEAY
Stacy Seay
December 17, 2009
Thank you for all the kind words everyone left about the loss of my mama. She is truely and keenly missed and everyday that goes by without her my heart breaks a little more at the great loss we have suffered. My comfort is that she is in Gods arms and is with my dad and her soul mate, along with many others that she loved who proceeded her in death. She was my angel on earth and is now my angel in heaven. I love her and miss her so much!
Kathleen Ball
December 15, 2009
I met Debbie at the Casting For Recovery Retreat last MAY(2008) where she touched the hearts, souls and spirits of all of us there in just a few short days. Her courage and commitment to bring joy and positive energy to those around her infused our weekend with a spirituality rarely found.
Debbie was and will be remembered as a remarkable person.
You were blessed to have her in your lives as was I, for those few short days.
Kathleen Ball - ALexandria Va
Karen Roberton
December 12, 2009
Stacey - I didn't know yor Mum well but when I did meet her I thoght she was a strong and spiritual person. I know the rest of my sisters in Xi Beta Eta loved her and will miss her. I know this will be hard time for you and you will miss her but her memories will always be in our heart. Please know that you, your Mum and the rest of your family are in my thoughts & prayers. With Regards, Karen Roberton Xi Beta Eta
Xi Zeta Zeta
December 10, 2009
Dear Stacy,
You have a special place in heaven one day right by your Mom. You are the best thing that ever happened to her. We do not mean to diminish any of her other relationships but you were her caregiver and you truly have your Mom's beautiful spirit. Much love.
To Debbie:
"May the Lord watch between me and thee while we are absent one from the other." We Love You. Your Sisters.
December 10, 2009
Judy, our prayers are with you and your family. May the memories of Debbie comfort each one.
Love,
Thomas, Mary and Wes
Bethany United Methodist Church
Lincolnton, Ga.
Pam Robinette
December 10, 2009
I met Debbie through Beta Sigma Phi. She was the strongest and most positive person that I have ever known.
I will miss her but I know she is at peace now. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
WILBUR TATE
December 10, 2009
PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES
Max and Cindy Cahoone
December 9, 2009
Dear ones,
Max and I were sad to learn of Debbies passing from this earth. No finer example to us all was she of God's love here. Her love of her Lord was shown in every way she lived her life. Our Prayer for those she loved so deeply is that you draw close to God and to each other, this is what she would want for all of you. Stacy and Kenny you had a wonderful mother. Savannah and Austin, what a great grandma. Her love for you was all emcompasing. And Betty, no daughter could love you more and you her.
What an inspiration to all and what an example to all of us of strength in adversity of life.Debbie fought the good fight, and we know that she is hearing the words of the master, telling her "Well done my good and faithful servant,enter in.
Rest in Peace Dear Debbie, no more pain no more suffering Only Joy.
We will be keeping all of your families in our prayers and ask God to send you His Peace and His comfort in the days ahead.
Keep strong,
Cindy and Max Cahoone Jr.
Celeste Pratt
December 9, 2009
Dear Stacy,
I want to send my heartfelt condolances to you & your brother for the lose of your mother. She use to work with my mother years ago (Betty Stallard). My mother always spoke highly of your mother & told me what a kind & loving person she was. I want you to know you are in my prayers daily & know your mother is in heaven with the angels & she is smiling down on you knowing you will be o.k. she is in no more pain. Your Mom will always be there watching over you both. God will always be with you............ Celeste (Stallard) Pratt
Mary Collins
December 9, 2009
Dear Stacy – I wanted to drop you a little note to first express my sympathy, and tell you that I won’t be able to make the services for your Mom, as I am currently caring for my Mom who has Alzheimer’s. But if I had been there, I would want to say the following to you.
I admired your Mother very much. She was beautiful, courageous and one of the sweetest people I have ever met. But as much as I admired your Mom, I admire you more. Your Mom didn’t have a choice in dealing with her illness, it is the hand God dealt her, but you did have choices, and from where I sit all the choices you made were full of love and unselfishness. You were your Mother’s care taker, provider, health advocate, support and a friend. God has a name for people like you – it is called Angel. Your Mom is now your guardian angel in heaven, but knows that you were her guardian angel while she was here on earth. She was blessed to have you for a daughter.
Know that all of us up here in Maryland want to remain in your life and will be here to support you as you face the road ahead.
Love,
Mary Collins
December 9, 2009
I met Debbie at the Casting for Recovery retreat in May 2008. I have many fond memories of the wonderful staff at the retreat who helped me learn the basics of fly fishing and skills for life. I have many fond memories of Debbie and the survivors at the retreat, and our late night discussions as we talked and laughed and cried about our journey on the road to recovery from cancer. Most of all, what I remember about Debbie is that beautiful, radiant smile.
Last spring I sent Debbie a photo I took at the Tidal Basin during the Cherry Blossom Festival which included my favorite Japanese Shrine surrounded by a sea of blossoms. That photo initiated a series of correspondence between us, and in each message I received from Debbie I found inspiration and hope.
Debbie has touched the lives of so many cancer survivors. We will miss you, my friend.
I send my love and heartfelt sympathy to Debbie’s family.
Sincerely, Darci Birmingham
Kathryn Garrett Bridewell
December 9, 2009
Stacy and Kenny,
Our deepest sympathy go to you for the loss of your mom. Debbie and I were James Blair classmates and also sorority sisters. I always remember her with a smile on her face and a calm, even tempermant. She never seemed to be bothered by anything. I know her faith was strong and it kept her going for this long. I only hope to be half as upbeat as she was if something ever happened to me. Take peace in knowing she was well-loved by all that came to know her. She is in God's hand now. God bless you during this time.
Tom, Debbie, Tommy & Rhiannon Lane
December 9, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Rhiannon Lane
December 9, 2009
Stacy, Kenny and family,
All I can think about is her beautiful smile. There weren't many times that I seen her without a smile on her face. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please let me know if you need anything I am here for you.
Darla Brantley
December 9, 2009
Mom and I were so sorry to hear of Debbie's passing. We are glad to have known her. She was a wonderful person and when I would run into her somewhere I always left feeling better. She will be greatly missed. My prayers are with all of her family during this time of loss. May God bless you all.
Iva Richardson
December 9, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
December 8, 2009
Nanny Bea,David,Stacy,Kenny,Aimee and all of the others that are suffering the loss of a wonderfull woman my heart goes out to each of you. Although we are all sad we all know that she is in a better place and out of pain and most of all she is now with her soul mate again. I am thankful for the time Debbie allowed me to be a part of her family and that is what will stay in my heart forever!! We love you all and you are in our prayers.
Charlene Houck and Dakota Camby
Charmaine Burrell
December 8, 2009
Betty, Stacy, Kenny, and Family, I am truly sorry for your loss. Your mom was one of my best friends and I loved her like my own family. Debbie was the most kind and loving person that would do anything for you. I will miss her laugh and smile most of all. We can rejoice in knowing that another Angel gets her wings.
Eunice Ellis
December 8, 2009
Stacy, Kenny, Aimee, Austin and Savannah, I would like to add my words of sympathy on the loss of your mom, Aimee's best MIL in the world and Austin and Savannahs MiMi. She was proud of all of you and loved you dearly. It shows in your actions and the smiles that you wore on your faces whenever you would talk about her. Savor the memories, they will help when times are tough. Let me know if there is anything Aunt Unie can do and will try my best to help. Love you guys. Remember she is at peace and no longer in pain. Aunt Eunice.
Carolyn Slater
December 8, 2009
Debbie was a beautiful person, both inside and out and one of the most courageous people that I have ever known. I feel very blessed to have known her. I will always have wonderful memories of our good times at sorority conventions and girl's weekends and here in NC at our Winter Ball. I will miss her and always hold her close in my heart.
Timothy Harper
December 8, 2009
Kenny and amiee very sorry for your lost . May god hold your hand and guide you. We love you both very much our prayers are with you. Love Uncle Tim and Aunt Elizabeth.
December 8, 2009
Debbie put a brave and courageous face on during her battle with cancer even when she was feeling terrible from the side effects from treatment. I met her during one of my treatments at PCI and we became each others support during some tough times. She had a a very gentle spirit and I will miss her terribly. I am happy for her that she is not suffering anymore.
Mary Ellen Chisolm
December 8, 2009
Stacy, Kenny and family members our hearts go out to you in your loss. We grieve with you during this time as Debbie is our loss, too. What a treasure of a friend! What a model of faith! She has written a legacy of hope on the hearts of many.
Her struggle was valiant for she wanted to enjoy more time with you, her family, the center of her universe, and God allowed her to see you grow in faith and maturity. You will miss her! We will miss her! Now she is truly at rest with our God.
Charlotte Sachtjen
Karen Hosinski
December 8, 2009
Dear Stacy and Kenny, Your Mother was such a inspiration to all that knew her. Her faith in God showed in all that she did. We had fun at Convention, the beach and especially shopping with her. She is now a Angel in heaven to smile upon us.
Love, Karen Hosinski,
Maryland, Xi Beta Eta of Beta Sigma Phi
Rose Durham
December 8, 2009
Another angel has gone back home. My heartfelt sympathy to you Stacy and Kenny, who will undoubtedly feel the deepest loss. I hope you will imitate your mothers faith and lean on Jesus for your strength in the days ahead. Debbie was a very courageous lady. Praise God she will suffer no more!
Steve & Betty Ball
December 8, 2009
With deep sympathy but also with very fond memories of the wounderful times we had with her and Kenny in the Leather & lace Dance Club. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. She is finally back with her soul mate Kenny again...
Steve & Betty Ball
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December 8, 2009
The Board of Directors and the members of Chesapeake Women Anglers send their heartfelt sympathies to the family of Debbie Seay. Debbie was a courageous inspiration for us all and we will miss her.
Mary Elliott
December 8, 2009
Although I knew Debbie only a short time from our weekend at CFR, she made a lasting impression on me. The way she handled her illness and the glory she gave God in everything was such an awesome example for all of us. I cried for her family and rejoiced for her being with Jesus. My prayers are with her family.
Judy Hodges
December 8, 2009
Debbie was my hero. She was fun to be with and lived life to the fullest. I am so glad I got to meet her through Casting for Recovery. My prayers are wih you.
Kay Van Valkenburg
December 8, 2009
Stacy and Kenny:
I am so sorry for your loss. Debbie was a special lady and a special friend. I will always remember the trips we took together, and how much she loved to shop!
I never saw her without a smile on her face. She was always upbeat and positive even in the face of adversity. She was an inspiration to all of us. She was a brave and corageous woman of God who loved our Lord with all her heart. We will all miss her, but I am rejoicing for her because her suffering is over and she is now with Jesus. Godspeed, Debbie and God bless you Stacy, Kenny and family.
Janice Kirby-Baxter
December 8, 2009
My deepest sympathy to all who knew and loved Debbie. She is with all the other angels now, and resting healthy and happy after her long fight. While we grieve her loss, heaven is celebrating her arrival. Janice Kirby-Baxter, Ford's Colony Security
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