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BORN
1955
DIED
2016
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Norwood, Pennsylvania
ELWOOD SEGESKE Obituary
Buddy was raised on the mean streets of Kensington, where he claimed the men were men. He spoke fondly of his childhood friends and those who didn't end up in prison went on to become carnies, bottle cleaners, master debaters and/or Republicans. Still, despite his neighborhood's hardscrabble reputation, Buddy says he cried the first time he made love, although it was probably due to the pepper spray.
An avid collector of safety glasses which he kept in the rear cargo compartment of his trusty Dodge Durango, Buddy also had a habit of hanging onto business cards, which made his wallet thicker than George Costanza's and ultimately required him to undergo back surgery. And although he achieved many things in his life, he was most proud of his years playing soccer, his near-perfect recall of Beatles song lyrics.
To relieve stress, Buddy preferred smoking and drinking over yoga, although he did cut a fine figure in yoga pants according to his partner Lisa and an undisclosed number of female (and male) admirers. He also loved playing pool and fishing. He will be remembered for his contagious smile, sparkling blue eyes, gentle heart and inappropriate sense of humor.
A Memorial Mass is scheduled for Saturday at 10 A.M. from the Holy Innocents Parish, 1337 E. Hunting Park Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19124. Family and friends are invited to attend his visitation from 9:00 am until the time of Mass. Unedited version and
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Don Duffey
February 19, 2025
Another SB for our Birds
Miss ya Pally. . .
Don Duffey
February 19, 2024
The memories still never fade. Miss ya Pal. . .
Don Duffey
February 19, 2023
Phillies in World Series, Eagles in Super Bowl in same year! Who knew! Miss you Pal. . .
Vector Starkie
February 24, 2022
Buddy, I continue to think about you and realize what a bright light this world lost with your passing. I reread your obituary each year I get the reminder and it never fails to bring a smile to my face. I am raising my glass of Guinness to you. Rest in peace!
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Don Duffey
February 19, 2022
Miss you Pal. . .
Vector Starkie
February 28, 2021
It has been five years. Your obituary still makes me smile and I wish I had known you. Thinking of you today and later I will raise a glass in your memory. Until next year, Buddy.
Scott Levison
February 25, 2021
Buddy...it's been 5 years since you left us. Never knew ya and I wish I did!
Don Duffey
February 19, 2021
Still miss ya Pal! Eagles traded Wentz. . .
Annie Gatskie
March 2, 2020
Mommy said that it is alright if we call you Daddy now that you are gone.
Vector Starkie
February 25, 2020
Buddy, here I am again after getting the reminder email. It is always a wonderful surprise and it brings a smile to my aging face. I will celebrate your life of mischief today and raise a glass to you. You are not forgotten.
Scott Levison
February 25, 2020
It's been 4 years since you've left us..and I still regret that i never knew ya and had the chance to down a few beers with you.
Drink up, Buddy!
Charlie Gatskiee
February 19, 2020
Met you when the aliens grabbed a group of us. Your humor kept us going through the ordeal. Too bad we both had to give up livers, but what the hey, we had free Guiness.
Don Duffey
February 19, 2020
Never forget the good times working wit this guy, shooting pool at Talk of the Town. A Gem. Pleased to have met you. . .
Scott Levison
February 26, 2019
Been three years since ya left us.
Never knew ya, but I miss ya, bro.
Marty Jordan
February 25, 2019
Yo Wood, See you on the other side!
Vector
February 24, 2019
Buddy, I set a reminder notice the first time I read your obit and I am so glad I did. With each anniversary of your passing I get the reminder. It makes me smile and once again makes me wish we could have shared a few laughs together. Thanks for making this day brighter for me.
gerry colwell
February 24, 2018
o elwood you sound like my kind of guy. i'm sure you are missed
May 22, 2017
BUDDY, THE WORLD WILL BE A LITTLE MORE DULL NOW THAT YOU HAVE MOVED UPWARD TO THE "BIG LEAGUES". i'M SURE YOUR FRIENDS WILL GREATLY MISS YOU.
Danny Tanner
March 4, 2016
You will truly be missed! Jesse, Joey, D.J., Stephanie, Michelle, and Becky all send their love!
Joe Hickey
February 29, 2016
RIP Buddy. I'm glad I got to know you over the past few years. It was always great to talk with you.
Robert Mortimer
March 4, 2016
You sense of humor will be dearly missed by us all.
Robert B. Mortimer, Jr.
Greenville, Mississippi
Paula Scarcelli
March 3, 2016
RIP my friend...will always have a smile on my face when thinking of you. Looking forward to celebrating your life on Saturday with our friends.
Gerry Colwell
March 4, 2016
sounds to me he was a great guy who i would have liked a lot. I am certain he will be sorely missed. A real Philadelphia guy.
Christine McCabe
March 2, 2016
RIP Buddy. All of Juniata mourns your loss. Hope you are smiling up there knowing that you have made so many others smile.
Jerry M
March 3, 2016
Buddy, you were the best. We never met but I'm sure we will "much further" down the road. Save me a DAB!
Diane Myers
March 1, 2016
What a great guy knew for many years in Juniata we were teenagers will be missed now you are in heaven now. Tell David Bowie I said hi
gee woz
March 6, 2016
YOOOOOOOOO.........."Thanks for that."...........here is a toast to Mr. Elwood 'buddy' Segeske lll...........i wish you peace, all that knew and loved him.
-woz.....deptford NJ
Bunny Gibson
March 6, 2016
Buddy - you "Rock" even in death.....!!! Bunny Gibson, Philly American Bandstand dancer. Save me a dance in heaven!!!
Susan
March 3, 2016
What a life well-lived. God bless and peaceful hearts to your friends and family. So sorry that we never met, but one day!
Sue Barnes
March 3, 2016
Didn't know you or your family. Wish I had. I am sure they will miss your crazy sense of humor most. I know I would. Saying a prayer for your soul, and the people you left behind. Rest in peace good man and God bless all of you.
john Lecool
March 3, 2016
I did not have the pleasure of knowing you but i wish i had, you had a very interesting life. RIP in peace buddy
Art Barr
March 2, 2016
Rest in peace my friend ! We had some good times . The Juniata community has lost a good person and a friend to all and you will be missed by all that knew you!
Les Moore
March 12, 2016
It is not often that reading an obituary makes me wish I had known the person. But yours sure did. I'm sorry we never met.
Rose Higgins
March 7, 2016
I didn't know you, Buddy, but you sound like someone I would have liked to be friends with. The world needs more people like you and I'm sure you will be greatly missed. My condolences to the family and friends of Buddy. - Rose Higgins
j s
March 5, 2016
on the cover of the rolling stone
Eric Pearson
March 4, 2016
I didn't know you, Buddy, but you sound like someone I would have liked very much. Happy trails.
Eric Pearson, Atlanta
Jo Ann Stover
March 4, 2016
Way to go Buddy! I was first struck by your handsome face and then by your quirky sense of humor! Read your obit several times and feel like the essence of who you were jumped off the page. What a pleasure it must have been to know you. Rest in Peace
Jack Horan
March 4, 2016
I'm sorry to read that such an entertaining and fun-loving guy is gone. We didn't know each other but I'll bet he would be a friend to anyone. You did well my man...you left em laughing.
The Stevens family
March 4, 2016
May the four winds blow you safety home, Elwood!
Patty Davis
March 4, 2016
I wish I could ask you more about your alien abduction and whether you watch the X-Files. I love David Bowie so being a look a like peaked my interest. Your obituary was fantastic and though i don't know you I really want to go to Holy Innocents for your viewing just to see if you have further antics planned. Maybe you will return from the dead???
Jeff Kane
March 3, 2016
It was always a good time to enjoy a few beers with Buddy at the Lyco or J Street.
Michael Tomaczewski
March 3, 2016
Me and Buddy had some great times together. Rant!
Cass C
March 3, 2016
Didn't know Buddy but wish I had. Grew up in Kensington so I appreciate the reference.
I send my condolences to his family and friends.
May he rest in peace. He brought a smile to me this morning and I will remember him in my prayers
Susan DeFelice
March 3, 2016
Buddy, I wish I could have known you in a former life! You sound like you were a joy to all those around you, and I'm sure you will be sorely missed. Godspeed on your next journey.
Lucille Fleming
March 3, 2016
My very best friend brother. I will miss you so very much. I will always remember you and I will always love you. Louann
March 3, 2016
Thanks Buddy for the laugh today. So sorry that you left so soon. Rest in peace.
March 3, 2016
What a wonderfully written obituary....a testament to a life well lived. He sounds like someone we all would have enjoyed. I did not know him, but wish I had....he must have been one of a kind. My sympathy to his family and friends.
Cathy E
March 3, 2016
Unbelievable sense of humor. God Bless!
March 3, 2016
I did not know Mr Segeske but I must thank him. His sense of humor gave me the best uplifting laugh I have had in a long time. God bless him.
Cathy M
March 3, 2016
Buddy Thank You!
Donna H
March 3, 2016
Buddy, I've never met you, but you will be missed. I'm sure you and David Bowie are in Heaven having a great time together.
Flo
March 3, 2016
Didn't know you but what an awesome, fun loving person you must have been! RIP, fellow Kensingtonian
Don Duffey
March 3, 2016
Sad news indeed. Worked with Buddy many years ago in sheet metal biz. Always a friendly smile, always fun to be around. God bless Buddy.
Michael W
March 3, 2016
One can only assume that Buddy and Mark Twain are well met in Heaven!
Joe Braunschek
March 3, 2016
Fantastic obit. I wish I had known the man!
Mike McGinley
March 3, 2016
Buddy you could of been mayor
Mike McGinley
March 3, 2016
He should of ran for Mayor.
Mike McGinley
Mag C
March 3, 2016
I don't know you Buddy, but Godspeed. Sounds like you had a really good time here, thank you for sharing yourself with us.
Ellen C.
March 3, 2016
I never met Buddy or his family, but now I miss him.
Thank you for making me laugh.
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