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David Seils Obituary
David O. Seils, age 86, late of Dyer, IN and formerly of the East Side went home to be with his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, February 17, 2016. Beloved husband of the late Letitia A. Seils (nee Millis). Loving father of David S. (Susan) Seils, Suzy Seils, Cindy (Bob) Gross, Steve (Julie) Seils and Scott Seils. Devoted grandfather of Krysta, Eric, Taylor, Brooke (Zach) Brumm, Lauren, Alyssa (Fiancé Zach Breuckman), Shae and Shayla. Dearest brother of his late twin Dorothy (late William) Nicklaus. Korean War U. S. Marine Corps Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient. Dedicated member of St. John V.F.W. Post #717 (Services Sunday at 3:30 p.m.), Howlin Mad Detachment of the Marine Corps League and Toys for Tots Volunteer, Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, Disabled American Veterans and American Legion, Schererville. Dave was a member of Village Church in Dyer, IN and a former Board Member of Cedine Ministries in Spring City, TN. During December 1950, early in the Korean War, Dave fought with Fox Company, Second Battalion, Seventh Marine Regiment, in the epic battle that kept the North Korean Toktong Pass open. The narrow pass, leading out of the Chosin Reservoir, was the only route for ten thousand Marines and soldiers escaping encirclement by over one hundred thousand Communist Chinese. Three quarters of Fox Company were killed or wounded. Dave, although wounded and sustaining serious cold injuries, was one of the "Chosin Few" who made it out alive. He was later awarded the Purple Heart. The discipline and patriotism Dave learned in the Marines never left him, as friends and family will attest. Visitation Sunday, February 21, 2016 from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Elmwood Funeral Chapel 11300 West 97th Lane (1/2 block west of U. S. 41 /Wicker Ave. at 97th Street) St. John, IN. Funeral services Sunday afternoon at 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Pastor Don Rector, officiating. Interment will take place on Monday, February 22, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery Elwood, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Cedine Ministries or V.F.W. Post #717. 219-365-3474 www.elmwoodchapel.com
Memories and Condolences
for David Seils
February 22, 2016
We are very sorry to hear of your loss.
Sincerely,
The Hudson Family
Paula Koontz
February 21, 2016
Our Deepest sympathy to you and Bob and Family! May God Bless you all.Paula and Mike Koontz.(née Foreman) Az.
Urbanczyk
February 21, 2016
Your dad was an amazing man. He demonstrated kindness,love and patience. He encouraged so many with his words and actions. May you be comforted in knowing he is with his Savior.
Our sympathy to the family, Jerry & Kathy
Sal Roggio
February 20, 2016
Dave was one of the nicest people I have had the privilege to know. He loved God with all his heart. He was an encouragement to me as a young pastor and I am grateful for having met him.May the grace of God be on all his loved ones and the assurance that we will one day all meet again.
Cheryl O'Connor
February 20, 2016
Our deepest sympathies to the family of Mr. Seils Many wonderful memories as neighbors on Calumet Ave. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Patrick and Cheryl O'Connor
Cindy "Shorty" & Jim Kington
February 20, 2016
Suzy,Cindy,Scott,Dave & Steve: So sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. He & Letty were so wonderful to me and they will forever hold a special place in my heart. I use to spend alot of time at the house with you Suzy and your parents were always so wonderful to me and I will forever be thankful for that special time. Will be praying for you all as you seek God during this difficult time. Be thankful that you had two wonderful and Godly parents that lived Jesus everyday. They were pretty amazing! God bless.
Paulette Schulte
February 20, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We really liked Mr. Seils as an old neighbor. God Bless all of your families.
Charles and Polly Shropshire
February 19, 2016
So sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Seils...our kids went to school with theirs, and they were such a wonderful family. Our sincere condolences to all of the family who are left to mourn another loss. God Bless them all during this sad time.
Terry & Darlene wise-Horner
February 19, 2016
We were Sorry to hear of the passing of Mr Seils. We Pray that God gives yo all comfort at this time in your lifes. God Bless you all.
Dave Hasty
February 19, 2016
On May 10, 2002 my father, a 30 year army veteran, passed away. In making arrangements, I was having a difficult time finding a military person to make a presentation of the flag for his funeral. Then Dave stepped in and made things happen. He not only got two representatives to present the flag, he got some veteran collegues of his to play taps and do a. 21 gun salute. It was awesome. I will never forget what Dave did for me and my family. He was a patriot in every sense of the word. He is a soldier in the worlds best army in the world, God's army. Well done good and faithful servant. God bless.
james perrin
February 19, 2016
to the family our hearts and prayers are with you
Joan Gibson
February 19, 2016
You have my deepest sympathy. May God bless and keep you and yours.
Shelly and Fred Faber
February 19, 2016
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
February 19, 2016
Cindy, Bob and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts.
Kim Foster
The Cak's
February 19, 2016
Our family sends out our thoughts and prayers to your family and all the Seils. Stay close together and lean on each other as you were taught by some pretty great parents.
Dean and Kim Nagy
February 19, 2016
Cindy, Bobby and Family
We are so very sorry for the loss of your loving father. We are out of the country but know you are in our thoughts and prayers
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