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Lawrence Seeger Obituary
Phoenix - Lawrence Joseph Seeger passed into eternal life peacefully on February 23, 2020, surrounded by his loving family. During his final months, he was wonderfully cared for by the extraordinary staff at Vista and cheered by his loyal friends. In turn, Larry left many a smile in his wake, with his constant positive attitude - every day the greatest yet - and good nature extended to all.
Larry was born in North Platte, Nebraska on March 20, 1936, the seventh son of Earl and Marie Seeger, and was raised in San Jose, California. After graduating from Bellarmine Prep where he was named Most Versatile Athlete and later inducted to the school's Athletic Hall of Fame, Larry joined the US Marines. Soon thereafter, he married his high school sweetheart, Rose Marie Rosno, so they could begin their lives together in Dana Point. Larry went on to graduate from San Jose State while also beginning his career with Sears. Larry's long tenure at Sears took him across California, Arizona and Hawaii, everywhere making many lifelong friends. Upon his retirement, Larry and Rose Marie moved to Arizona to be near family. Larry then began over 20 years of devoted service with St Vincent de Paul, serving the homeless, for which he received a Lifetime Achievement Award.
Larry is survived by his five children, and their spouses, Kenneth (Debbie), Michelle (Brendan), David (Shelly), Doug (Kellye) and Michael (Ashley). He is also survived by his 16 grandchildren, three great grandchildren and his brother Tom. Larry was predeceased by his beloved wife of 62 years, Rose Marie (Rosno) Seeger, his parents Earl and Marie (Welch) Seeger, and his brothers Bernard, Charles, Wayne and Gerald.
Funeral Mass will be held at Brophy Chapel, 4701 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, on Saturday, February 29, 2020 at 10:00 A.M. In lieu of flowers, Larry has been a major supporter of St. Vincent DePaul and Save the Children, the organization his granddaughter MacKenzie works for, that provides emergency aid to children in natural disasters, war and other conflicts. Please consider making a donation in his name. Condolences may be expressed at www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com
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WAYNE S TAFOYA
February 26, 2024
Mr Seeger was a very nice man. Wayne S. Tafoya Allstate Insurance Sears Metro Center
Robert Mankowski
March 2, 2020
Larry was a great man in my estimation. I met him at the Terraces, where we lived on the same floor and we had coffee often at the Bistro. He was tireless in his work with St. Vincent de Paul. I missed him when he moved. And now he will be missed even more. God bless him.
Vidhoushi
February 29, 2020
Mr larry is a wonderful person great gentleman. He is my best friend i had great time taking care of him. Lots of love hugs and kisses rest in peace in heaven we miss you from vista living staff and Larry's roommates Mary,ED,Bob,Allan,carol.❤
Gene Powell
February 29, 2020
Jerry and I had many wonderful visits with Rosemarie and Larry as they traveled the Sears path.
Their homes were always filled with warmth and a welcoming attitude to show us the best of wherever they were!
Watching Larry get so much joy from interacting with his grandchildren has been inspiring. Tirelessly driving or flying to support their interests certainly fueled his positive attitude of -every day the greatest yet! A life well lived.
Blessings to all and Much Love!
Gene
Wayne Tafoya
February 28, 2020
This man always had my respect, He was a fair and just man.
Gerald Klaus
February 27, 2020
My late wife (Lee Vivona) and I had several Sears retirement parties at our home and everyone was always so happy to see him. He would brighten up a room when he walked in. He will be missed.
February 26, 2020
I remember starting out together at Sears in San Jose after graduating from San Jose State. When we were young and had no money we would get together and one wife would bake a cake and we would play cards. Later we could graduate to Ripple.
Lost contact through the years but got together on staff and Az.
Played sports together, he was good in baseball and basketball.
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