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Wilford Seward Obituary

MILWAUKEE - Wilford N. Seward Jr. passed on Dec. 4, 2024. 

He is survived by his wife, Elnore McKinley-Seward; and three sons, Kino and Kion McKinley and Zachary Brown-Seward. Wilford also leaves seven grandchildren, 17 siblings and a host of nephews, nieces, family and friends.

The funeral will be held on Dec. 20 at 11 a.m. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Milwaukee.

Condolences can be made to paradisememorialfuneralhome.com.

Published by The News-Gazette on Dec. 14, 2024.

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Julie Kiser Rosnett

December 19, 2024

When we were kids, we had paper routes next to eachother. I often hung out at his house with his family. Prayers for your family. Rip

David Wilson

December 18, 2024

I still can´t wrap my head around you being gone. We´ve been friends since kindergarten. We played little league together spent a lot of time at your house especially during the twin city tournament. Always one of my best friends you´ll be missed here. Love and respect forever, your friend always David.

Lolesha Williams

December 16, 2024

My Prayers and thought s are will the family as I remember us growing -up on Tremont & state st. We had great times you will be miss. Norbert, Tyrone, Lolesha, ( Bailey Family).

Tracy Jobe

December 15, 2024

My prayers and love go out to Wilfords family. I worked his mother Shirley and loved her like a sister. I love the whole family and always felt welcome in their home. Earl, Todd, Pam, Kim & Tammy my heart goes out to all of you. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kimberly Seward-Burton

December 14, 2024

Dear Baby Brother,

Thanks for being the best brother, uncle, brother-in-law, husband, father and grandfather ever! I saw so much of our dad in you. Your love was felt whether you were in person or by phone. You were such a genuine person. A person that encouraged, inspired, and loved me. You were transparent and I appreciated that about you. Every moment we shared and every conversation we had, I will hold dearly in my heart. You will be missed! You have now taken your rightful place. Go, although I was not ready, go and continue to be great. R.I. P.

Kim

Lamar Utley

December 14, 2024

One of my Great Teammates and Good friends. I remember spending time at his childhood home just listening to Albums. Doug E. Fresh was one of our favorites.
Riding to practice in his Grand Prix! Love you teammate and friend, rest well my brother.
Condolences to his lovely wife and family, Wilford's at Peace now.

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Keith Olion and Family

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Memorial Events
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Dec

20

Visitation

10:00 a.m.

Mt. Zion Baptist Church

2207 N. 2nd Street Milwaukee, WI 53212, Milwaukee, WI 53212

Dec

20

Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

Mt. Zion Baptist Church

2207 N. 2nd Street Milwaukee, WI 53212, Milwaukee, WI 53212

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