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JOSEPH SEALEY Obituary

JOSEPH ARTHUR SEALEY It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Joseph Arthur Sealey, on May 4, 2013 in Georgetown, Guyana. Husband to Andree Sealey (nee VanGenderen) for 50 years, adored and cherished "Daddy" by his three daughters Esther, Julie and Jeanne. "Papa" to his grandchildren Etienne, Rainier, Zavier, Destin, Tea and Jordan. In addition, Joseph will be greatly missed by his siblings and many friends worldwide. Although there are few words to express this profound loss to our family, Joseph was truly a man of wisdom, class and was a guiding force for us through good and hard times. We will miss you dearly and you will forever be in our hearts. A private family service will be held at a later date.

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Published by Toronto Star on May 9, 2013.

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Sandra Sealey

May 27, 2023

Miss you

MARTY Nicole épouse BAKIR Petite cousines de Tante Andree SEALEY née VAN G

November 23, 2022

Dear Uncle Jo, be an beautifull Angel of God !
Great heart man you were. I'll will never forget you. Esther Jeanne and Julie, I never forget, had the best Father.
Dear Uncle Jo, you win your paradise with God I teally hope.
RIP...
Nicole MARTY-BAKIR from Paris
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Yaw's

June 8, 2014

May the Good Lord Grant your Soul Eternal rest, May His face shine upon you and give you His Peace. Always in thought and prayers. You were a good listener, educator and jovial. Rest in Peace.

May 11, 2014

From all your brothers & sisters

E.D. Sealey

May 5, 2014

Dearest daddy ,

One whole year has passed since you transitioned into the next phase . I've become quite familiar with all the stages of grief and I'm now at the final stage of acceptance .
I have come to terms with the fact that you are truly in a better place .
I can't remember a day not missing you or wishing that I could see you , talk to you or laugh with you . Up until today there was a gaping hole in my heart and now I that I have accepted your departure , your soul will forever occupy that space .
Thank you for showing me how to take risks and how to take full advantage of each day that I am alive. Imagine at 51 years old , I went Tree Top Treking and Zip Lining! I heard you cheering me on as I climbed to the highest point . Your life was and will always be an example of how be participant instead of being a spectator ........what a gift that was for me .
I know that you are proud of Etiennes academic achievement and he knows you will be with him throughout his journey in life ( his radio voice reminds me of yours )
We feel your presence during our many deep and meaningful discussions about you and today we ate almond brittle and cheesecake in memory of how human you were.

You will always remain a Blessing in my life and my much loved and highly revered daddy .

Until we meet again.

"DREAM .....
HUG , DOROTHY"

The Sealey's

May 4, 2014

Joe was the bright light in our lives. He will remain forever in our memories. God Grant His Soul Eternal Rest.

Jordan

May 4, 2014

I love you papa. I miss you. XOXO

May 4, 2014

In loving memory of you Daddy, you are always in my heart.

Gordon Sealey

May 4, 2014

One year has passed and it still feels like yesterday. Miss your words of wisdom and guidance!

Auden Sealey

May 3, 2014

We all loved you but, God loved you more. He saw your pain and suffering and took you home to be with Him. Saturday 4th 2013 will remain with us for a long time as if it were yesterday. We did not see it coming and the pain remains but God knows best. Sleep in Eternal Peace.

The Yaw's

May 3, 2014

Big Joe will always be missed for his sincerity, humility, simplicity and smile. We will always have fond memories of him in our hearts. Rest In Divine Peace.

Tranquada

May 3, 2014

I really miss my email buddy who provided me with lots of jokes. Rest In Peace.

Rainier Zavier Destin and Tea

May 3, 2014

To Papa, our role model, our hero. We miss you Papa.

The wind beneath my wings...

Jeanne Sealey

May 3, 2014

Daddy, a year already and it hasn't gotten any better. Missing you, and praying that we will see you again. Guyana wasn't the same without you. But I know you were with me.

Jeanne Sealey

May 3, 2014

A year has passed Daddy, we still miss you. I have to believe that we will see you again, and that brings comfort. Guyana wasn't the same without you. But I know you were with us.

April 18, 2014

Missing you my dear daddy, my hero, my confidant....not a day goes by without a memory, a thought of you , wishing I could just pick up the phone and call you...I miss you so....

Anonymous

February 3, 2014

Rest In Divine Peace.

gordon sealey

January 19, 2014

Well my brother I know you're smiling after seeing your favorite QB Russel Wilson going to the super bowl.

Jeanne Sealey

December 27, 2013

Merry Christmas Daddy,We know you were smiling down on us, watching us as we got together to have Christmas without you. Listening to O Holy Night...I can hear you singing it in your baritone voice. Missing you still, Jeanne, Alvin and kids.

The Yaw's

December 26, 2013

A light has left our lives this Christmas. RIP

Gordon Sealey

December 16, 2013

We all know you're in s good place. Will miss my garlic pork this year.

December 15, 2013

Listening to the Josh Grobin Christmas cd that you made for me Daddy... It's just not the same without you singing along to it. I miss you terribly and time will never take away all great Christmas memories you and Mom created for us. You are in my heart.
Jsy

The Sealey's

November 4, 2013

You were remembered at the Holy Souls Mass today 2013-11-04.

October 26, 2013

I know you're still watching over the kids and I. We miss you Daddy.

September 12, 2013

Missing you Daddy.

jsy

August 25, 2013

Daddy i miss you, you are in my heart and in my thoughts every day.

Sandra Sealey

August 2, 2013

Always in my thoughts my Dear Brother I do miss you.

Esther Sealey

July 16, 2013

Today we celebrate the day you were born. Thank you for being a perfect example of how to age with grace and dignity .
I miss you more each day.

son son

July 16, 2013

love and miss you dearly.

Missing our times like these...

George Soltysik

July 8, 2013

July 7, 2013

Tomorrow will greet me with saddness, my heart heavy with grief because I will miss your encouraging words, you asking to see me and your wishes for me. I miss you and will always be listening for your guidance.
JSY

Lou Ross

July 3, 2013

Joe, I will never forget you. We worked together and always with humor. My condolences to your family.

Alicia Gordon

June 24, 2013

Joe and I worked together. He will live on forever in my memories. May his soul rest in peace.

Just the five of us.

Jeanne Sealey

June 18, 2013

Yes, and eat nut snacks too! Our first Father's Day without you, spent reflecting on the fun and wit you put in our lives. I hope you knew the depth of our love for you.

Esther Sealey

June 16, 2013

I wish you were here to eat ice cream with me today , daddy .

Happy Fathers Day

Gordon Sealey

June 13, 2013

This is a loss that I don't know if and when I will overcome.

Nell July Sealey

June 12, 2013

Joseph will be missed by all. My condolences go out to the entire Sealey family.

June 12, 2013

My condolence go out to the immediate family and all the siblings. I am truly sorry for your loss. I know you will miss Joseph trememdously. My prayers are with you all.

Michael and Norva Sealey

June 12, 2013

R I P in Joe love you always

Michael and Norva Sealey

June 12, 2013

My brother I am surely missing you and I will always miss you for the love we share together.My love goes out to all my family.

Katie Yu

June 9, 2013

It was an honour to have known you, and to know your wonderful family.

Jeanne Sealey

June 9, 2013

I miss you Daddy.

Caesar Adams

May 28, 2013

Heart felt condolences. Joe will be sadly missed.

Geoffrey Sealey

May 21, 2013

My brother i will miss you dearly. I will miss our exploration of the queens english. Most of all i will miss our annual Guyana get together.

George Boston

May 21, 2013

My condolences to the Sealeys' family for the loss of their loved one

Joseph's Grandsons

Esther Sealey

May 21, 2013

Sharon Sealey

May 21, 2013

Deepest condolences to Andree, Esther, Julie, Jeanne and Joseph's extended family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Sharon Sealey

May 21, 2013

Deepest condolences to Andree, Esther, Julie, Jeanne and Joseph's extended family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Roger Sealey

May 20, 2013

A personal loss of an infinite source of wisdom, inspiration and knowledge.

The Yaw's

May 18, 2013

Joe will be Dearly missed for his honesty, trust worthiness, simplicity, knowledge of the English Language,love of friends and most of all his love for his grandchildren. Rest In Peace.

Tracey Sealey-Cummings

May 18, 2013

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Your friends & neighbours

May 17, 2013

Our sincerest condolences to the bereaved family. Rest in peace, Joe.

Stephanie Persaud

May 17, 2013

Rest in peace, dear Uncle Joe, you will be truly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing you.

Frankie DeFlorimonte

May 17, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Jewel Blackman Cumberbatch

May 16, 2013

I am a friend of Sandra.
My sincere condolences to the Sealey Family.
May God bless you all and give you the strength in this time of sorrow.

Auden Sealey

May 16, 2013

Big Joe was a great friend, teacher, politician and loved Guyana.The world is a better place because of him. Walk Good Guyana Boy In Jesus Name we pray.

Enza Fenech

May 16, 2013

My sincere condolences to the Sealey family during this sad time. I worked with Joe only briefly at the Ministry of Labour but quickly came to know him as the 'gentle giant'. He was indeed a gentleman with old school values and a caring soul. I am confident he found his reward in heaven. RIP Joe!

Gwen Sealey

May 16, 2013

May God Grant His Soul Eternal Rest. Sleep On in Peace.

The Sealey's

May 16, 2013

Big Joe will surely be missed for his smile,good sense of humour, love of politics and imparting knowledge. Rest In Peace.

Daniel Persaud

May 16, 2013

"Knowledge is acquired by listening to experienced people, Joe Arthur Sealey was one of the experienced people that I came across."

Connie Meglio

May 16, 2013

~ My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult loss. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do for you in this trying time. ~

May 16, 2013

~ With affection and deepest condolences ~ Connie Meglio and family

The Persaud family Persaud

May 16, 2013

Dear Uncle Joe will be missed in our hearts. Our condolences to the family. Rest in peace, big Joe.

Patrick Persaud

May 16, 2013

You will always be missed in my heart. Deepest condolences to the entire family. Rest in peace, my dear Big Joe.

Patrick & Indra Persaud

May 16, 2013

Our deepest sympathy on your loss

Rest in peace, dear Uncle Joe

Jeanne Sealey

May 16, 2013

Thank you everyone for your kind words of sympathy, and caring. I wanted to share a poem that I found amongst our Daddy's paperwork in Guyana. It's how he would want us to be. It's difficult but I know that he is protecting his girls from above,just as he always has.

Miss Me But Let Me Go - Unknown

When I come to the end of the road
and the sun has set on me,
I want no rites in a gloom filled room,
why cry for a soul set free.
Miss me a little--but not too long,
and not with your head bowed low,
Remember the love that we once shared,
miss me--but let me go.
For this is a journey that we all must take,
and each must go alone.
It's all a part of the Master's plan,
a step on the road to home.
When you are lonely and sick of heart,
go to the friends we know.
And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds,
miss me--but let me go.

Desiree Bernard

May 15, 2013

Rest in Peace Joseph! You will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing you.

Desiree Bernard

May 15, 2013

My deepest condolences to Joseph siblings and immediate family. Rest in Peace Joseph.

Michelle Mason-Taylor

May 15, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Joseph's passing.
He was a good person and will be missed.

Michele Chamblin

May 15, 2013

May you take comfort with friends and family during this difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Ray Bhatt

May 15, 2013

Joe was a true gentleman and a kind and a good person. Always ready to help anyone who asked. We all cherish his wisdom and his kindness. My sincere condolences to the family and god bless his soul.

Maureen Taylor

May 15, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Sealey family. Rest in peace dear Mr. Sealey, you will be missed.

Amanda busghit

May 15, 2013

RIP

Joe Small

May 15, 2013

Joe Sealey had the greatest smile I've ever seen. His leaving: Its a sad time for all of us that knew him... he should have stayed a while longer

Anita Parbhudial

May 15, 2013

To Jeanne & Family,

It's the little things, the small, everyday occurrences that you'll remember. The laughs, the stories, the smiles. And even though it seems like you can never recover from your loss, it is these very memories that will help push the pain away and bring back the smiles.

Our heartfelt condolences to the entire Sealey Family.

Peter

May 14, 2013

Mr Sealey was a warm, gentle and kind hearted father in law. I will miss his wisdom, guidance and the many stories we shared. Rest in peace and I will miss you.

Kuldip Grewal

May 14, 2013

My deepest condolences to the Sealy family. I will never forget the guidance and friendship that he extended me. Joe was a true officer and a fine gentleman. Rest in peace my friend.

Pat Butcher

May 14, 2013

My heartfelt condolences to Mrs.Sealey, Julie, Esther and Jeanne and the entire family. Mr. Sealey was a great man and will be greatly missed.

gordon sealey

May 13, 2013

Will be forever missed

May 12, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the family May you lean on God's strength to get you through this difficult time.

Leila Williams

Joe Sealey with fellow Guyanese Orson Forbes (centre) and Grenadian George Soltysik

May 11, 2013

May 11, 2013

My Heartfelt Sympathy

Pauline Braunton, Mississauga, Ontario

Lesia Harris

May 10, 2013

Joe's departure leaves a hole in the lives of so many. He lives on, however, in his beloved children and grandchildren, and in the hearts and memories of his friends and loved ones. Rest easy Joe.

May 10, 2013

Joe, You were always there when I needed you. All those memories are fresh even though you retired long before I did. I will cherish those memories. May you rest in peace.

Rajinder Batra

PAUL LEONARD

May 10, 2013

Goodbye JOE...I AM GOING TO MISS U. U WERE ONE OF THE GOOD GUYS...THE BEST.
MY REGRETS TO THE FAMILY.
PAUL L

Jim Reive

May 10, 2013

Very sorry to hear of Joe passing. He was an old-school gentleman. I enjoyed talking music with Joe, one of his passions.

Cleveland Chester

May 10, 2013

Death is an inevitable thing in anyone's life, we know that day will come but it always leaves us with grief. I am deeply saddened by the news of Joseph passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. May his eternal soul rest in peace

Glenn Goodwin (MOL Retired)

May 10, 2013

It was an honour to have known and served with such a gentleman for all these years.

Sandy Kozopas-Wickeler

May 10, 2013

My deepest condolences to Joe's family and friends. I worked with him at the Ministry of Labour and always felt he was the sweetest man I'd ever met. He had a fun spirit and kind soul. May he rest in peace.

May 9, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time..

Joseph was a remarkable colleague/frend and will be greatly missed...My he rest in peace.

Noreen Ally-----Toronto, Ontario

Monica Souvenir

May 9, 2013

you will always be in my heart.
my condolences to the entire family.

R. I .P MY FRIEND

MONICA SOUVENIR

May 9, 2013

YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART.
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY.

R.I.P MY FRIEND

George Soltysik

May 9, 2013

Will miss you my friend.

In sympathy and prayer we offer our condolences to the Sealey family on your loss.

George and Laurine Soltysik

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