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Donald Wayne Seely

1953 - 2009

BORN

1953

DIED

2009

Donald Seely Obituary

Donald W. Seely, 55, a gunsmith, passed away Friday, Jan. 23, 2009, at an Azle hospital.
Funeral: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in Biggers Funeral Chapel. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Biggers Funeral Home.
Don was born Feb. 3, 1953, in Fort Worth and had been a lifelong area resident. He was a licensed police officer and served 10 years as an officer and later police chief for the town of Lakeside. He was a life member of S.A.S.S. No. 32918, a.k.a. Azle Parker.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Jewel May, and a grandson, Brandon Lee Davenport.
Survivors: Wife, Chris Seely; son, Phillip Seely and wife, Tana; daughters, Susie Primm and husband, Alex, Amy Ray and husband, Billy, and Ruth Day and husband, Perry; grandchildren, Tylor "Opie," Rebeka "Reba," Rachel "Rachy," Courtney, Caitlyn, Jewel, Colton "Cowboy Twister" and Donald "Biscuit"; father, Jack Seely and wife, Estelle; brother, Terry Seely; sisters, Peggy, Pat and Barbara; adopted wife, Melinda and her husband, Buddy, and their son, Jaron; many beloved nieces, nephews, in-laws; and a large extened CAS family.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Jan. 25, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Donald Seely

27 Entries

Susie lynn Seely

January 19, 2023

To the Greatest Man ever given to children,,, You will never be forgotten,,, You inspired Me to be the best Adult, you were thoughtful,, patient,, careing,, loveing,, generous,, & kind. Your talks taught so much, your heart, & thoughtfulness guided, & protected. You were never selfish,, you always gave more than You had too. To the Greastest Man your daughter ever knew,, I wish everyday, so much that you were here, laughing & being Daddy

Susie Lynn Seely

July 25, 2022

I love you Daady, Miss you always. In my Jeart forever, in my thoughts Daily. Love always, Your blue eyed, blonde hair little girl

Kathy Simonton

January 23, 2010

Chris,

I was shocked and saddened to hear of Don's passing. In the time I worked with him I found him to be an honorable man dedicated to his work and his family. His sense of humor gave all of us a lot of good memories. He will be missed. May God bless you and your family.

Sue Neuhaus

February 27, 2009

Christine,
I am saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
with love, Susie

Link Smith

January 29, 2009

I was so shocked and sad to hear about Azle's death.If there's anything you need please reach out.
He will be missed alot. Cabin Creek outlaw.

Tammy Day Cruz

January 27, 2009

Ruthie and the Seelys-
So sorry to hear of your loss, while I did not know your dad personally, I know that he meant the world to you and Perry thought very highly of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family.

Please know that all the Days ... and Cruzes and Sheriers are here for you.

Michelle Rodriguez

January 26, 2009

I am honored to have known Chief Seely. I am deeply sadden with his passing. He was an awesome person, police officer and friend. Whenever I saw him he was always smiling. He'll never be forgotton.

David M Love (SLOWHAND)

January 26, 2009

I am sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you

Kathy Farmer

January 26, 2009

To the family of Azle Parker, I was so shocked and saddened of Azle's death. What a special man he was and a great gunslinger. He will be missed by all, and my prayers are with you all. Kathy Farmer aka. Kan't B Tamed # 78207with Lone Star Shooting Club

Vanessa Hansard

January 26, 2009

I was saddened when I heard of Don's passing. He was a very dear friend and excellant officer. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this emotional time. With great love....

Becky Strickland-Carlile

January 26, 2009

Mrs. Seely,
Though I never knew Don, I feel like I do. Pat and I were very close friends in high school and I knew most of the family. I am so sorry to hear of Don's passing at such a young age. You and your family are in my prayers.

John Stanley (Colt Holster)

January 26, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Azle will be sorely missed by all.

John Bridges

January 26, 2009

Mrs. Seely,
I wanted you to know I am deeply saddened by Don's passing. He was a fine man and was always very helpful to me when I got into law enforcement. I will always be greatful to him for his thoughts and advice he gave to me over the last several years. Know that you and your family will be in our prayers...
Officer J. Bridges #328
Lakeside Police Dept.

John Tanner (The Lizzard)

January 26, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Slowaz Molasses

January 26, 2009

SBL & Opie, I am very sorry to hear this sad news. Please accept my condolences and prayers. If there is anything I can do or that you need don't hesitate to call.

Lollie

January 26, 2009

Chris, I am sorry for your loss, wish I could of known more... Always, In thoughts and Prayers.
Lollie, Juan, Julian, Pauly and Angela

Indian Jack 65667 Indian Ray 70733

January 26, 2009

We are saddened to hear of your loss.Azle was certainly taken too early from this earth.CAS wont be the same without him.

MARSHA BOYD

January 26, 2009

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. YOUR SASS FAMILY WILL BE THERE FOR YOU AT ANYTIME. KACTUS KALLIE

Brian Fletcher

January 25, 2009

I am saddened to hear of Azle's passing, and sorry for your loss.
His friendly demeanor, his kind and helpful manner were always an inspiration to me as I am sure they were for everyone who knew him. It was a great honor to have known him and to have been fortunate enough to have possied up with all of you as many times as I did.
You are and always will be in my prayers. May God watch over you.
Seawolf

Penny and Scotty

January 25, 2009

Chris,
Our thoughts are with you, love you.

SASS Family "Brazos" gang Doc Brazos~18033,Leggsbrazos~24876,No No Bad Dog~34487 & Lady Brazos~36965

January 25, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Summerfall,Yellowstone Jack and Rusty Remington

January 25, 2009

Chris and Opie, We were so saddened to arrive at Ormsby Ranch today and learn of Azle's passing. He was such a dedicated shooter and inspiration to us when we joined the club.Our prayers are with you,and he will never be forgotten at CVV matches.

Jeanie Hester

January 25, 2009

We were sorry to hear of your loss and will be thinking of you.
Cactus Lil and Kow Katcher

Terry & Sandy Seely

January 25, 2009

love as allways

reed watson

January 25, 2009

Dear SBL & JP, I am shocked and saddened by the passing of a great man. My prayers are up for your family. I never knew him as Don, only as Azle, but he was a man I respected and admired. My most sincere condolences in your time of sorrow and loss. I can empathize completely, as I lost my father suddenly on Nov. 30. Your SASS family is here for you. Use us as you see fit.
SOso.

Terry Simonton

January 25, 2009

Chris,

Kathy and I are very sorry to hear of Don's death. Don was good man and a fine officer. He will be missed. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Terry Simonton
Westover Hills Police Department

Kathy and Raymond Cobb

January 24, 2009

Chris and family
We are so shocked and saddened by Don's passing. We have spent many good times with you all that we will cherish forever. Don was a good man who loved the Lord, his family and friends. He will be missed. Please know that we love you all and will be praying today and the days ahead.

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