Grace Lillian Seay

Grace Lillian Seay obituary

Grace Lillian Seay

Grace Seay Obituary

Published by Legacy on Jul. 24, 2025.
Grace "Lillian" Seay was born on August 15,1945 to her proud parents Howard and Mary Seay. Lillian, the youngest of five children, was educated in the Boston public school system, Boston Clerical, University of Massachusetts and Northeastern University. Lillian later pledged Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

She decided at an early age; Jesus Christ was her Lord and Savior. Lillian grew up worshipping at Columbus Avenue A.M.E. Zion Church. She often marveled at her sixty plus years of membership. She faithfully served in many capacities at the local, district, and conference levels.

Lillian loved her church, family, and education. She impressed all three of her loves in the minds of those crossing her path. It was rare that she spoke to you, without leaving a few points to ponder.

She was preceded in death by her father, Howard W. Seay, her mother, Mary F. Seay, her brother, Henry R. Seay, and her sister in love, Joanne W. Seay. Cherishing the memories of a life well lived, are one brother, Emory W. Seay, two sisters, Marian Seay, Mary (Haywood) Harvey, and a devoted sister in love, Edna M. Seay, eight nieces and one nephew, Cheryl Harvey, Adrienne (Ron) Holland, Sharon Seay, Angela Seay, David (Richelle) Seay, Michele (Darrell) Smith, Elaine (Pernell-partner in parenting) Jenkins, Hillary (Terrance) Myrick, and Haley (Marlon-partner in parenting) Reynolds. She also leaves to cherish her memory seventeen great nieces and nephews, Durrell, Cory, David, Ty, Darius, Dakota, Alijah, Jaelyn, RJ, Sydney, Jordan, Kennedy, Taryn, Kollen, Kaycee, Brycen, and Winsten, two great great nephews and a niece, Christopher, Theodore, and Marie. Never forgetting her wit and loyalty, are cousins, former coworkers, Brown Baggers Bible Study group, and her sister/friend of 44 years Susan Roswit.

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July 30, 2025

Nancy posted to the memorial.

July 29, 2025

Paul Connolly posted to the memorial.

July 29, 2025

Boston District Presiding Elder Jacqueline King sent flowers.

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Nancy

July 30, 2025

I met Grace "Lillian" through the Brown Baggers Bible Study Group. Pure delight! That's how I characterize her as a person and believer in Christ. She's gone too soon for me but right on time for God the Father. I miss her from the group and enjoyed our corresponding between Virginia and Massachusetts. We had briefly talked about meeting up in DC at the Smithsonian, not to be now. See you in Glory Lillian. Love, Nancy

Paul Connolly

July 29, 2025

Lillian was a wonderful colleague, a caring, helpful person, and a special friend. All of us who knew her will remember her fondly.

Tranquil Moments Peace Lily

Boston District Presiding Elder Jacqueline King

Sent Flowers

Jay Tripp

July 29, 2025

I worked with Lillian many Years at the Fed. She was a wonderful thoughtful caring lady. She will be sorely missed by all. Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss.

Mary Bickerton

July 28, 2025

I worked with Lillian at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston for many years. She was a great contributor, respected by her all of her colleagues. To Lillian's family, I send my deepest condolences.

Melanie Donovan

July 28, 2025

I'm sorry to hear of Lillian's passing. I was a co-worker for many years of hers at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. Rest in Peace Lillian; I'm glad to have known you. Melanie Donovan

Dr. Rhonda Stewart

July 24, 2025

Omega Rho, Soror. Rest in Peace. May the Lord keep your family during this time of beaeavement.

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