Arnold Ralph Seppala

Arnold Ralph Seppala obituary, Greenville, SC

Arnold Ralph Seppala

Arnold Seppala Obituary

Visit the Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes - Downtown Chapel website to view the full obituary.
Arnold Ralph Seppala of Greer, South Carolina, passed away on August 20, 2025, surround by his loved ones.
He was known for his contagious smile, twinkling blue eyes and his love for his beloved wife, Eileen, of 63 years. Arnold's 12 children, 42 grandchildren and 57 great grandchildren were the joy of his life. He had a love for construction equipment, cars and motor homes. Arnold was unwavering in his faith throughout many trials in his life. He was a lifetime member of the Apostolic Lutheran Church.
Arnold is survived by his loving wife, Eileen (Stauffeneker); his children, Faye (Marty) Kulla of Rindge, NH, Brenda Niemitalo of Lyman, SC, Scott (Tammy) Seppala of Greer, SC, Beth (Nathan) Coponen of Greer, SC, Warren (Darilyn)Seppala of Greer, SC, Jerome (Heidi) Seppala of Taylors, SC, Rachael (John) Karlsen of Greer, SC, Marcus (Heidi) Seppala of Greer, SC and Virginia (Jason) Kuusisto of Greer, SC; son in law, Alan Salo of Taylors, SC; and sister, Elaine Olson, of Rindge, NH.
He was proceeded in death by his two sons, Barry and Gabriel; daughter, Alison; son-in-law, Bruce; three grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. The funeral will follow at 4:00 p.m. at the Apostolic Lutheran Church, 453 N. Rutherford Road, Greer, SC 29651.
Favorite memories and condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Arnold, please visit our Tree Store.
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