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William Seymour Obituary
February 9, 1933 - May 25, 2025
ATLANTA, IL - William "Bill" D. Seymour, 92, of Atlanta, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at Lincoln Memorial Hospital.
Services for Bill will be held at Eminence Christian Church in rural Atlanta on Saturday, May 31, 2025. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m., and will conclude with Funeral Services at 11 a.m., officiated by Rev. Henry Johnson. Burial will follow at the Atlanta Cemetery. Military Rites will be provided by Atlanta American Legion Post #341.
William D. Seymour was born February 9, 1933, in Cissna Park, the son of Herbert N. and Leah M. Schott Seymour. He was united in marriage to Rosalie Peterson on September 5, 1954. She survives.
Bill is also survived by four children: Kevin (Lea Ann) Seymour, Lori (Ron) Peters, Marla (Denis) Unser, and Tammy (Darren) Holmes; ten grandchildren: Aaron (Giuliana), Sarah, Jordan (Samantha), Corey (Jasmine), Jeremy (Michaela), Lindsey (Sam), Brant (Ali), Brianna (Drew), and Braden; four great-grandchildren: Lili, Elena, Addi, and Callie; and one brother, David Seymour.
He was preceded in death by one grandson, Justin; and two brothers: John and Don.
Bill was a graduate of East Lynn High School and served in the United States Army, stationed at Ft. Polk, Louisiana, where he was a member of the military band. He was a band instructor first for Atlanta schools, which then became part of the Olympia School District, for 31 years. He had served as chairman of Olympia Music Department, an Elder and Board Member for many years at Eminence Christian Church of which he was a member, on the Atlanta Library Board and Atlanta/Eminence Park Board. Bill had also worked at the IRS distribution center in Bloomington for 25 years. Through the years, Bill played bass in several dance bands, including the Don Smith Orchestra, and trombone in the Atlanta Community Band. He was a member of the Atlanta American Legion #341 and also served as bookkeeper for the Atlanta Ministerial Association. Bill was also a proud "Keeper of the Clock" at the Atlanta Public Library.
For many, many people, Bill was the "Leader of the Band."
Memorials may be made to Eminence Christian Church.
Final arrangements are entrusted with Quiram-Peasley Funeral Home of Atlanta.
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Phillip Hardin
August 26, 2025
So sad to hear of this huge Atlanta loss. The Seymour family is on my heart and surely they know how he changed many lives with his musical gifts and talents as a teacher not just music but how he lived life. Curious, always learning and smiling, family man, humble, reverent and could speak to any topic with again that smile. I as with all my siblings owe him untold credit for helping us all (5 kids) find, learn, perform and chase the joy and or career of music. I made it a habit, long ago of thanking God for the gift of my music teachers silently before I step on stage, then before I take that first breath to play I know that some how their spirit will carry on in the music. Mr. Seymour Thank you for being YOU and for helping me start my journey in life as a performer and teacher. Few people have what you had and for that I am forever grateful and humbled. Always, Phillip Todd Hardin Redwing Grad 1976. Miss you! Thanks again!
Debbie Cook
July 27, 2025
Thanks for the music memories! The trips to Chicago in the band; the marching band and your kindness as a teacher! You were the leader of the Band!
Jan Wohlwend
May 30, 2025
Please know my sympathies extend to Bill´s family & friends during this difficult time. I taught in Waynesville, McLean, & Atlanta & know how much he was admired & loved by colleagues,students & parents. May fun times & memories bring smiles & comfort to those who knew him.
Rick Riddle
May 29, 2025
My condolences to Bill's family. I was lucky to spend time with his family when I was younger. Bill was a very good guy and a great father. I'm very sorry for your loss. Rick Riddle
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Mary Holsten
May 29, 2025
Thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Seymour family and especially to Kevin and Lea Ann and their immediate family.
Susan Jasper
May 29, 2025
My deepest sympathy to you and your family, Lori
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