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James L. Seyler, 74, Howard, died Tuesday, November 13, 2012. He was born September 6, 1938, in Green Bay, to Edward G. and Viola (Blodgett) Seyler. He graduated from Premontre High School in 1956. James married Nancy Aerts in 1958 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in De Pere. He served four years in the Air Force from 1956 to 1960. James was employed at Green Bay Packaging for 40 years. He enjoyed golfing and fishing. He also enjoyed watching the Packers and Brewers, and his trips to the casino. James spent time helping others.
Survivors include his wife, Nancy (Aerts); his children, Nanette Stupecky, Neenah; Mark Seyler (Shan Shan), California; Lisa (Randy) Deviley, Suamico; Chris Seyler, Howard; his grandchildren, Jordan and Justin Stupecky, Jessica and Holly Seyler, Alex Smith and Jimmy Deviley; his brothers and sisters, Edward R. (Jackie) Seyler, John (Helen) Seyler, Mary Kummers (special friend, Bob Detrie), Carole Seyler, all of Green Bay; his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Jeanne Aerts, Jean Ann Aerts, Reuben Aerts, Shirley Aerts, Grace (Norb) Desotell, Eva (Jim) Schumerth; many nieces and nephews.
James was preceded in death by his parents; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Louis and Nancy Aerts; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Marvin (Fern) (Chesterine), Victor, Earl, Adrian, Maxine and Edith Aerts, and George Kummers.
Friends may call at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 2597 Glendale Ave., Howard, from 2 to 5 p.m. Friday. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 5 p.m. Friday at the church with the Rev. John Bergstadt officiating. Dinner will follow. Blaney Funeral Home, Green Bay, is assisting the family. To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.
The family extends their appreciation to the staff of SouthernCare Hospice, especially Lora and Shauna, and neighbor, Joan.
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for James Seyler
November 18, 2012
I knew Jim for almost all the years he worked at GBP. I am so saddened by the loss. Please know that my prayers are with his family. May God bless and comfort you all.
Kathy Turnquist
Mary & Tom Schulz
November 16, 2012
It is with sadness that we will be unable to attend the funeral, however please know that we all of you in our thoughts and prayers
john faltynski
November 16, 2012
So sorry to see this.My condolences go out to his family.He was a great man
Paul DeTennis
November 15, 2012
Saddened to see this in the paper today. I was good buddies with Chris when we were youngsters and had great admiration for the entire family. Jim was a great guy and will be missed. My heart goes out to the entire family.
Kind regards,
Paul DeTennis
Janice Johnson
November 15, 2012
Nancy & Family - As a former Clay Street, De Pere neighbor, I'd like to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
November 14, 2012
Nancy, my prayers are with you and your family.
Thinking of you.
Diane Gossen
November 14, 2012
It is with deep regret that we will be unable to attend Jim's funeral, however please know that we have Jim and his family in our prayers.
With sympathy, Lynn and Ray Greisinger
Ruth Holloway
November 14, 2012
Jim's beautiful soul and spirit will live on in all those who had the honor of knowing him. "There is beautiful mercy in the arms of the Holy One. Go in peace, Jim."
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