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Jim Seymour Obituary
The school announced that Seymour died Tuesday night at Highland Park Hospital in Illinois.
Seymour graduated from Notre Dame in 1969. During his three-year varsity career, he made 138 catches for 2,113 yards and 16 touchdowns. When Notre Dame won the national title in 1966, Seymour caught 48 passes with eight touchdowns.
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86 Entries
May 30, 2011
My condolences to the Seymours. I know he gave you all tremendous joy as he did me from year one at ND. Tom "the stripper" Allen class of 1970.
Tom Feske
April 14, 2011
Dear Nancy, Jim, Jeff and Todd,
I am still so sorry that Our Lord has called Jim home to be with Him. I know that he is in a better place and is no longer suffering but it is still hard to lose one of the best friends that I ever had. He was so humble and such a fun loving person; he had a special ability to make everyone feel welcomed and like he was waiting all day just for them to arrive. He definitely made this world a much better place. When I thank Our Lord in my daily prayers for all the many wonderful blessings that He has given me, my friendship with Jimmy is right at the top of the list.
May Our Blessed Mother welcome Jimmy into Our Father's kingdom and a seat on heaven's 50 yard line.
You and your entire family are in our prayers always.
Much love,
Tom Feske
Notre Dame, 1969
Janet Poeppe-Bertling
April 13, 2011
In 1964 Jim took on the part of LBJ and I, Barry Goldwater. He was a very tough debator. I also have happy memories of him at home for the holidays at The Coral Gables in Berkley.
Laurie Bilkie-Snyder
April 8, 2011
I had the pleasure of meeting Jim when we inducted him into the Shrine Hall of Fame a few years back. I was so impressed by his easy going manner and warm spirit. I only wish I had the opportunity to get to know him further. He will certainly be missed. I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will continue to be in my prayers. God bless!
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Christi Ritter-Loper
April 6, 2011
Dear Nancy, I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I am pleased to have met him this summer. He was a lovely man. I'm thinking of you and I will light a candle for Jim. Christi Ritter (SMA)
Dan Lockwood
April 6, 2011
My best friend in Syracuse N.Y. died and was a Seymour too. Evelyn Seymour was Harolds' mother and she died too. I don't know if they're related, but it's possibile down the lineage somewhere they are. I'm saddened by your loss anyway. I watch the Regis show on TV regularly and he always shouts for ND.
Lois Schwartz
April 5, 2011
Dear Nancy, all the children and grandchildren,
My deepest condolences to a dear friend on the passing of your beloved husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you from afar.
Love, Lois Schwartz
Cave Creek,
April 5, 2011
Dear Nancy, Jim,jr.,Jeff and Todd,
We are so sorry for your loss.
We feel so privileged to have been a part of your extended family through the marriage of Jimmy and Kristin.
We immediately felt a strong bond with you due to our similar sense of humor, sense of faith and sense of family.
We loved "Big Jim" and we love you.
You now have a most fabulous
"wide receiver" in heaven...pain free and ready to catch your every prayer, every wish and every hope.
Much love,
Paul and Susan Kovacs
April 5, 2011
Jim's passing is truly sad news for all ND fans. As a neighbor of Jim and Chuck's on second floor Keenan Hall in 1965-66, I rooted for their success on the football field and watched in admiration when the 1966 team won the National Championship and Jim landed on the cover of Time. Great memories--particularly beating USC 51-0! Thanks to Jim for all those great plays and games. My sympathy and prayers for his family in their time of loss. Bill McCully, ND '69, '70, '73
Carl Schwarz
April 4, 2011
I feel blessed to have known Jim Seymour and the entire Seymour Family. I met Big Jim after a HS football practice with Jeff 25 years ago. I had no idea that he was a football star. He looked up at me from his couch and said "make your self useful" as he jiggled his empty beer! At Jeff's prompting...I ran down stairs and got him 2 fresh beers. He said, "You are a smart kid..I like you!" The rest is history. He taught me to Snowmobile and took me to ND for games with the family. He fed me when I had no money for food. He called me his fourth Son. I can not express how much I love this man. He was more than a friend's Dad....He was my second Dad. I am so sad today. I will be sad for a long time, but I will know that Jim would not want me to be sad. Two weeks ago, I had my last V.O. Manhattan with Jim. I did not want to finish my drink, because I knew it might be my last with him. My heart will never be complete again. I love him and will carry him in my heart forever...
April 4, 2011
Dear Nancy, We were so sorry to read of Jim's passing.Remember so well when Jim stopped in at the "shop" and office. We were so privileged to know both of you in those "long ago and far away " days. May God comfort you and your family in your loss, In His love,
Bob and Marguerite Hoerr (Garvey Pattern)
Warren Heinrichs
April 4, 2011
So interesting that I saw this today, I watched Jim Seymour as a kid and I was in awe. I have told many people that my first interest in football ever was when I watched Jim play for ND, wow was he something to watch. Warren from Canada
Kirsten O'Shaughnessy
April 4, 2011
Dear Seymour Family- I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember growing up as a church goer and student at Holy Cross always hearing stories about Mr. Seymour and what an incredible mark he left in the world of football and what a great guy he was. My thoughts and prayers are truly with all of you and I hope that knowing he's in heaven watching over all of you now brings some comfort. God Bless you all.
Janet Falcon
April 3, 2011
Please know we are thinking of all of you at this sad time. We remember Jim's presence at Royal Oak Shrine High School. Such a wonderful caring man. May he rest in peace.
Mickey Hansen
April 3, 2011
Jim, Time does not diminish all of the affection we have for you even before your fame, we from Royal Oak Shrine high school. It is not just your fame, we love you for your personality and heart. Now you are young again. Much love to your whole family.
Johnny Grzeskowiak
April 3, 2011
Dear Seymour Family, I am thinking of all of you and please accept my condolences. From getting coached by Mr. Seymour in 5th and 6th grade to the 4th of July parties at the house, Mr. Seymour always had a smile on his face and loved life. Take care and I wish I could be there.
Kelly Coogan
April 3, 2011
Jim was a wonderful and loving Uncle and a very special part of our family. We had many memorable visits to "Nance, Jim, Jim, Jeff and Todd's" house growing up and celebrated so many family events and good times together. Such a loving family and a warm, caring and generous man. It always made me proud when I mentioned to anyone, ND fan or not, that my Uncle Jim Seymour played for ND and got the reaction I did -- "Jim Seymour is your Uncle?! Wow, really, he's your Uncle?!" - everyone admired him without exception. Every time I picture Uncle Jim he is smiling, laughing, cracking a joke and being the wonderful guy he is. I will miss you with an ache in my heart, especially during ND season, a time you loved so much. Love you Uncle Jim - you will be with us in our hearts and in spirit always. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Nance, Jim, Jeff and Todd.
TZ
April 3, 2011
Our love and prayers are with your family, Jimmy, Jeff, Tod and Nancy. The biggest and best, may he rest in peace, James the Great!!
Robert Smith
April 3, 2011
Indeed I remember that 1966 "N D " team, and Jim Seymour's big part in the passing game. How quickly time goes by. R.I.P. Jim.
Susie Rateike
April 2, 2011
Dear Mrs. Seymour,
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. You and Mr. Seymour have always been so very nice to everyone you came across. The world has lost a wonderful man. He will be remembered in many hearts. Thank you for fond memories.
Susie Rateike
Dave Allan
April 2, 2011
Jim was a great hero at Shrine High when I was there.It was a privilege knowing him. His passing is tragic and the world is a lesser place now that he is gone. Blessings to his family.
Frank Finneran
April 2, 2011
To the Seymour Family,
I grew up in South Bend in the shadow of the Golden Dome. The first year I ever watched the Fighting Irish was 1966. It was a magical year, and my younger brother and I used to pretend to be Hanratty and Seymour in the backyard. I still remember Lindsey Nelson yelling "Hanratty to Seymour, touchdown!!"
I'm sure he was so much more to so many others than just an ND football player, but his children and grand children can be proud that to many young kids like my brother and I, he was a true hero! God Bless you Jim Seymour...may you wake up the echoes in heaven forever!
April 2, 2011
Dear Nancy - On behalf of the Calloway family, please accept our heartfelt condolences. We have such wonderful memories of all of your family and the fun times at the Murphy reunions - Jim was so kind and wonderful! You all have our love and prayers. Cheryl (Calloway) Crone
April 2, 2011
My heartfelt condolences to the Seymour family. May the God of all comfort be with you as you cope with your loss.
April 2, 2011
Dear Paul and family,
My deepest condolences on the passing of your brother Paul.
George Wydo
George Tindle
April 2, 2011
Nancy, My heart goes out to you with Jim's passing. We have lost a good friend, You and Jim were special friends in my life and I've missed you guys. May God bless Jim and your family. Your old friend, George Tindle
john butera
April 2, 2011
Jim.....thanks for the memories.....I still have your autograph.
May you rest in peace.
John Butera - New Waterford, Ohio 44445
April 2, 2011
Seymour Family; Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Jimmy is at peace now with Our Lord Jesus Christ, may that be a comfort to you all.
Fred & Melinda Macioge (Chuck Landolfi's sister)
Dave Ehlert
April 2, 2011
Jim will forever be remembered in our hearts, Nancy. Please know that you and the boys are being embraced in our prayers and forever held in God's loving presence. Be at peace, knowing your healing has already begun. Blessings and love,
Mike Collins
April 2, 2011
To the Seymour Family:
I was a classmate of Jim's at Notre Dame, and was lucky enough to have lived in Keenan Hall Freshman year, and that's where I got to know him. I will never forget how normal and grounded he was, and how easily he made friends with those of us who didn't happen to be athletes. I will always recall that big broad smile of his, which always welcomed us. I don't think I ever saw him when he didn't have something good or funny to say. His passing hit me so hard, because somehow I have always thought of him as eternally youthful. His athletic achievements were legendary, but I will always remember him as a truly great guy with a great heart. My sincere sympathy to you all, because a big spirit leaves a big vacuum.
Patty Real Cass
April 1, 2011
Nancy, I am so shocked to hear of Jim's death. We hadn't heard that he was ill. Tony and I so enjoyed getting to know him at the SMA reunions. We will truly miss him. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Johanna Pond
April 1, 2011
To the Seymour Family:
My deepest condolences. Jim and my high school friend, Terry Hanratty, made one of the greatest duos Notre Dame's football team ever produced. I still have the Time Magazine with their pictures on the cover. I was a true fan and have never forgotten Jim's days at Notre Dame. May the love you shared be his legacy for you to cherish always.
Chuck&Andrea
April 1, 2011
May the Lord Bless you & keep you, Jim Seymour! I will see you again my friend in the Kingdom of our God's Heaven.
The Lord has truly blessed your's and Nancy's love. Thank You, for giving us a wonderful Son-in-law.
Mike Modica
April 1, 2011
Nancy, I'm sooo sorry for your loss, my heart, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God's grace and love will comfort you at this difficult time.
The wonderful memories you both shared will be cherished more than ever.
Nothing but the best to you and your family.
Mike Modica
April 1, 2011
Nancy,
When I read about Jim passing, my heart,thoughts, and prayers go out to you and your family.Hoping God's grace
will comfort you at this dificult time.
Joan Kennedy
April 1, 2011
My memories of Jim at Shrine High School will be forever in my heart. A great athlete that took the Knights to many victories. Thank you Jime for leaving those memories with me and all 1965 graduates from Shrine. My deepest sympathy to your family.
Gene Griffin (73)
April 1, 2011
Dear James,for me, you woke up the echoes of the ND nation.Our hearts rest in the certain knowledge of Christ embrace and your love of Family,Friends and Community give us cheer in your name.
A O
April 1, 2011
To The Family Of Jim Seymour,
What a tragedy! My prayers are with you and your family. May the God of Comfort, bring you and your family comfort during your time of need. 2 Cor. 1:3&4 has helped me tremendously
during my time of need. I hope that it helps you as well. It says:
3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort 4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.
Sincerely
Joe Schwarz
April 1, 2011
I met Jim Seymour in my parent's backyard when he volunteered to barbeque in the late 80's at a party. I had no idea he had such a great football career until a few years ago. I just knew him as a good golfer, a generous man, and a wonderful father, husband and friend.
He and his family deserved more time together, and they are in my prayers. My deepest condolences.
Emmett Mills
April 1, 2011
I can remember some spirited basketball games in the driveway with the brothers in Berkley, Michigan. It was a fun time and fun place to grow up. Jim was a real stand up guy with everyone he met and everyone at Shrine High loved him! He was a good friend and teammate and will be missed! Blessings to Nancy and the boys!!
Holy Cross Prayer Shawl Ministry
April 1, 2011
To the Seymour Family,
We prayed for Jim in the making of his prayer shawl and will continue to keep him and all of you in our prayers. Sending our deepest condolences.
Bob S
April 1, 2011
God Bless You Jim and Thank you. From a former 11 yr old kid living in the Chicago suburbs who used to imagine I was Jim Seymour catching a pass for the Irish.
John P
April 1, 2011
I loved Jim and the Fighting Irish growing up. I used to watch the hour Notre Dame show on Sunday mornings with the great Lindsey Nelson and Jim and Terry Hanratty were the main stars. R.I.P Jim.
jeff jones
April 1, 2011
Nancy and The Seymour Family.My Prayers are with you. Jim was a very special person to call a friend.He will be missed by all who's lives he touched
MMK
April 1, 2011
I truly feel blessed and lucky to have had Big Jim in my life. What a fantastic guy. He will be sorley missed.
April 1, 2011
I was a young boy living in Michigan City
Indiana when Jim was playing at ND. He came to the area to play-in a chrarity Donkeye Basketball game. He autographed by football and was so kind. I was a big fan. Greg Columbus, Ohio
jim haggerty
March 31, 2011
So Long Jim, you were always a joy to encounter. Mike Haggerty is up there, say hello to him for me. A fellow Glio victim. Hags
Bud Ehrhardt
March 31, 2011
To a wonderful man and family! Jim will be missed by all who knew him! He died to young and had still much to give and get from the world! God Bless Jim And his family! Bud Ehrhardt,Romeoville,Illinois
Jack Wolf
March 31, 2011
To the Seymour Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I was a fan.Rest in Peace Jim.
March 31, 2011
Nancy, Jim, Jeff & Todd... we are so sorry for your loss. Jim was a great guy and a true man's man! It was our pleasure to know him and always enjoyed his good humor and fun loving attitude. We will all miss him! Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Chris & Patsy Bartels
St. Louis, MO
Terri S
March 31, 2011
Seymour Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Mr. Seymour from my days at Holy Cross School. He was always very kind and a great supporter of the school
March 31, 2011
Nancy, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Mary Bell
Robert 'Bob' Hall
March 31, 2011
To the Seymour Family:
Jim, was one of a kind! He loved humor. We would sit together at Itasca and I was always the one with the new jokes. He loved them. From there, it was sports. His experiences at the college and professional level were interesting to hear about especially the way he would tell them. I didn't know about his bout with cancer as I left for California in November. My deepest condolences to his family. We all have lost a great man.
March 31, 2011
Condolences to the family of Jim Seymour: We are sorry for your loss,death is never easy.But the Bible assures us that God, will wipe out death, pain, and tears, forever. Please be comforted by these words.
N.C.
March 31, 2011
Nancy,
I'm so sorry to hear about Jim. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Kathy Jones Andrews
Mike Kane ND '69
March 31, 2011
Jim and I were in the same class together as freshmen. He and I got to the classroom in the administration building early and the door was locked. By that time about five guys gathered there. Jim had us laughing about the recruiting process for football stars and some of the illegal offers he received from other schools. He was really a good guy. I'lll miss him.
March 31, 2011
I am deeply saddened by the passing of my friend. My sincere condolences to Nancy and their family. Jim always made you feel comfortable. I will miss him. Rest peacefully my friend. Words alone cannot express how I feel.
Gene Caruso (Itasca Country Club)
Jeff Krusinski
March 31, 2011
Dear Seymour Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Mr. Seymour as my football coach at Holy Cross. Not only did he teach us so much but he made the game fun as well. I was always impressed that a former college and NFL star was taking the time to coach grade school football. He was my favorite coach by far!
March 31, 2011
Nancy & Family:
Although it has been quite sometime since our paths have crossed I certainly remember fondly the days when you & Jim were dating & seeing Jim around the Garvey household. My memory is faint but I do recall Jim being there(alot) & his being just one of the guys. He was certainly a proud son of Notre Dame & represented the school very well.
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to you & your family.
May Jim rest in peace!
John & Terri Sweeney---South Bend,IN
Nicole Stavros
March 31, 2011
I remember Mr. Seymour as a larger than life man that brought a room to laughter and made everyone feel like they were lucky to be right there in that moment, enjoying life as we knew it. He was a dedicated dad, friend, husband, and all around good man. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Bill McGuinness
March 31, 2011
I'm about 15 years younger than Jim Seymour. Because of his football excellence, I became a Notre Dame fan and ultimately an alumnus. I never would have gone to Notre Dame without him. We never met, but I never forgot his contribution to Notre Dame or to my life. Go Irish!
Anthony Pokorny
March 31, 2011
To the Seymour Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I met Jim a number of years a go in working with his agency. I found Jim to be such a wonderful person on both a personal and professional level. I have tremendous respect for him and will miss him.
Cheryl Spraetz
March 31, 2011
Nancy, I am so sad to her of your loss. The passing of a great man at his age is so tragic. How wonderful to know that you will continue to see hints of him- his laughter, his courage, his determination-in your children and grandchildren for many more years.-Our thoughts are with you,
Patty McPhee
March 31, 2011
Nancy,
Sending you prayers from Mary McPhee and the entire McPhee family. We shared updates from Sr. Judy and have kept you all in our prayers these last several months. God Bless you all ~
March 31, 2011
Dear Seymour Family,
Another of my heroes has passed away. Jim provided every Notre Dame fan many thrills. He was a great representative for Our Lady's school. He truly was a NOTRE DAME man. Bless his soul and God bless your family.
Sincerely,
Dr. Charles D. Pilon
Lou Ripp
March 31, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
grady miars
March 31, 2011
nancy,
so sorry to hear of jims passing. Even though we have not been in touch you and Jim are always in our memories and prayers.
GRady & Lynn Miars, Naples, FL
Patti Keller
March 31, 2011
Nancy and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry to hear of Jim's death. Please know I will be thinking of you.
Patti Perrin Keller (SMA)
John McCarthy
March 31, 2011
Mrs. Seymour and Family,
Growing up in Deerfield and going to Holy Cross, I remember Mr. Seymour being bigger that life. He was always smiling, laughing, and always owned the room. He spent countless hours working with The Boosters raising money and doing charity for Holy Cross. Everyone admired him. As an adult, I got to know him on a different level. He had great stories to tell and went out of his way to make sure that everyone was having a great time. To me he is still biier than life. I am lucky to have known him. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Shay Robins
March 31, 2011
The world remembers Jim for his techniques on the football field, but to his friends and family, he was so much more. May the God of all comfort help you at this time and in the future. Psalm 37:29 may bring you some comfort.
Mark Fensler
March 31, 2011
The days Jim played were the great days of football. There wasn't all this money & hoopla in it,,just a fun filled game. I miss that so much. Havent watched the game in 30 years. Many condolences to the family.
March 31, 2011
Nancy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have wonderful memories of Jim and the times that Tom and I spent with you. You and your boys are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Melby (Brennan)
Ginny Concannon
March 31, 2011
Dear Nancy,Jimmy,Jeff, & Todd:
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. I can feel your pain. Your memories of such a wonderful husband & dad will see you through these very difficult days
Regards,
Ginny Concannon
Doug Lloyd
March 31, 2011
I worked for a company that did business with Jim's agency in the late 90's. He was a fun, good hearted person and always treated me with respect. My thoughts and prayers are with Jim's family.
R Golay
March 31, 2011
To the the family of Jim Seeymour - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that Jim will be missed by many.
Gar Ragland
March 31, 2011
To the Seymour family - I am so sorry for your loss! What a great guy! I still remember the Friday night fish fry parties at the Ragland house during the summer.
Jordan P
March 31, 2011
Mr. Seymour was definitly a wonderful athelete and it is a sad to see a person fall in sleep in death. I just wanted to extend the same hope that I have to the family, which is found at John 3:16 which shows that God love the world so much that he gave his son Jesus so that we may gain everlasting life.
March 31, 2011
Nancy -- All my thoughts and prayers are with you.
With love, Meg Gootee Keyes
Bucky Jockisch
March 31, 2011
Nancy, Jim Jr., Jeff & Todd,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Jim has a special place in my heart and always will. I truly enjoyed being in his company and always felt like family with him. He was a great man and I have so many great memories of him since I was a little boy. He will be greatly missed!
With love,
Bucky & Kris Jockisch
INGRID RHINEHART-CAMPBELL
March 31, 2011
TO NANCY AND FAMILY.... WE SHARE YOUR PAIN, REMEMBERING THE JOY AND HAPPINESS THAT YOU AND JIM BROUGHT TO EACH OTHER. SINCERELY SENDING ALL OF OUR GOOD AND POSITIVE THOUGHTS TOWARDS YOU.
Catherine Shookman
March 31, 2011
We will never forget what a great friend and amazing person Jim was to us and our family, our hearts are broken and our lives will forever be touched and blessed by having Jim in our lives. He will always live in our hearts with his great smile and laughter. God bless him, Nancy and the family.
March 31, 2011
Remember well his great performance as a pass receiver at
ND. May he rest in peace.
George McClancy, ND'52
Terry Regan
March 31, 2011
Mr. Seymour was my grade school basketball coach. He was a great person and coach. His approach and style heavily influenced my own style in my coaching career. I feel blessed to have known him and offer my deepest condolences to his family. Thank you for sharing your husband and father with the boys from the Holy Cross class of 1984. Warmest regards,
Terry Regan
Doug Coleman
March 31, 2011
This was my idol as a little boy. Great individual. Even the Trojans of SC liked Big Jim.
Jimmy Jr
March 31, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
DIANNE LOGAN
March 31, 2011
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