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JAMES P. SEAVEY, SR.
The members of the DC Fire Fighters Association, Local 36 and the Retired Firefighters of Washington regret to announce the death of retired Brother JAMES P. SEAVEY, SR. on September 4, 2018. Brother SEAVEY was appointed to the Department on May 27, 1986 to Truck 1 and retired on January 9, 2016 as a Captain at Truck 11. A Memorial service will take place on Friday, September 14, 2018 at Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave., NW, Washington, DC at 10 a.m.
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for JAMES SEAVEY
Ann Blitgen
November 29, 2024
In trying to locate Mac I saw he lost his brother. Jim was one amazing fellow. I am so sorry for your loss, however, he is now cradled in the arms with no pain. I have known Mac for 50 years and would love to hear from hi.. my name is Ann Blitgen. I used to live in DC but live in Amber, NY. My landline # is 315-636-8207. My cell phone is 315-406-8474. Email address is [email protected]. I have my entire family. Was happy to see that Mac beat his cancer and is married. Please have him reach out to me. Thanks. Be well Mary
Ronald Hutchinson
September 14, 2018
My good friend seavey(jack black). My pumper riding buddy(engine 16), my fellow volunteer firefighter), Glen Echo. Jimmy you will be missed by all who's lives you touched.God bless you, your family, Rest in Peace my friend.
Diego Salazar and Spartan Motors
September 13, 2018
Deepest condolences.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss.
Thalene & Gregg Mallus
September 13, 2018
Dear Mary and Family- We were so very very sorry to learn of Jims illness and passing. What wonderful memories we have of Jim and Gregg serving at GEVFD and the many social events. What a great family of guys! Our hearts are broken to write these words. May Jim rest in peace and may God bless you and your family at this most difficult time.
Bob Money
September 12, 2018
My Prayers are with the family.
RK
September 12, 2018
Please accept my deepest and heartfelt condolences at this time of your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2
Penny Bache
September 11, 2018
Mary.Kate.JimJr...sorry for your loss.
Bill Killen
September 11, 2018
Mary, Jim Jr, Mac and Family,
The beloved fire service that Jim loved and served so well is a better community today for having had him in several leadership positions over the years. An honest to goodness down to earth friend, we will miss him. Bill & Carole Killen
Jeannie Topper
September 11, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family during this difficult time.
Jeannie "Barto" Topper
Eugene F. Roesser Jr.
September 11, 2018
Mary, Jim Jr, Mac and Family,
We are very sorry about Jim's passing. He was fortunate to have lived a life full of his passion for The Fire and Rescue Service and was quite the Diplomat within the complicated politics of the service.
Lee Smith
September 11, 2018
An honor to have known him. Prayers to family and friends.
Jimmy Eiden
September 11, 2018
Mary, God Bless you and your family during you time of grief. A donation has been left by me for Jim at Heroes, INC. Love Jimmy Eiden
Faith Carpenter
September 11, 2018
We are sending our deepest sympathy to your family in this time of loss. Jim will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Jim was a very good friend and fellow firefighter of my husband Jimmy Carpenter. Jim's continued support and friendship was so appreciated during our time of struggle and has never been forgotten by our family. May his strength and the wonderful memories of the man your husband and father was provide you with comfort and peace. God Bless you all.
The Carpenter family.
September 11, 2018
Our deepest sympathies to the Seavey family. Jim will be greatly missed. He was such a good friend to my husband Jimmy Carpenter and our family in our time of need and we have never forgotten. May your family find some comfort and peace in knowing how much of a lasting and positive impact that Jim made on
other's lives. The Carpenter family
Kenn Fontenot
September 10, 2018
Will be missed. Enjoyed so much talking and learning from Jim. He is a great one.
NVFC Director from Louisiana.
carlton ford
September 10, 2018
Our condolences go out to the Seavey family,Jim was a great person and Firefighter. My family and I will keep you in our prayers.
Mike Kerr
September 10, 2018
I interacted with Jim in the Montgomery County Fire & Rescue political arena. I liked him a lot, even though we didn't always agree. He definitely left his mark on the entire fire & rescue service. Sincerest condolences to his whole family, both immediate & fire service. Mike Kerr, Burtonsville Vol. FD
Kelly Mulkins
September 9, 2018
We are so very sorry for your loss. There is no one that will ever be able to take his place! I know , from many conversations, that he loved his wife Mary and his son more then anything else. ♥ He was all about faith , family and the brotherhood , he taught me and many others so much♥♥ Thank you for all you have done♥ Time to rest and watch over our brothers and sisters. God bless ♥♥ Brian and Kelly
Doug Tetlow
September 9, 2018
Jim was a good friend from the first time I met him in 1976 when he joined Glen Echo Fire Department the when he came to DC Fire in 1986 and when he went to Cabin John in the early 90's and when we would talk at the Bethesda Bus lot when I started driving the school bus again in 1993 after I retired from DC Fire he was great friend who will be missed by all!!!!! RIP MY FRIEND
Kenneth Wettstein
September 9, 2018
To a Great Guy that was taken from this world way to soon you will be greatly missed.
From the Colorado State Fire Fighters Association and
NVFC Colorado Director
September 9, 2018
My Sincerest condolences for your loss. May precious memories of your dear loved one, along with encouraging words such as those found at John 11: 25 & 26 be of comfort to your family as it has me.
bruce millington
September 9, 2018
r.i p. jimmy .. it was my honor to know you
Loye Miller
September 9, 2018
Jim was a childhood friend. He knew from an early age what he wanted to do. I am touched to see the outpouring of love for him and to see all of the lives he has touched. I also know that I am only seeing the tip of the iceberg on his life and his accomplishments. Good job Jim. You made a huge difference in the world.
Jean Aker
September 9, 2018
I'll have a sip or two of Jack for Jim. Rest in peace, old friend, your watch is over.
Mark Selke
September 9, 2018
We all called him Jimmy or just Seavey. Jimmy we are going to miss you and you were a Great Friend and Fireman. Had good times with you here and Ocean City. There are many stories I could tell. Join miss you Brother.
Ron Shipley
September 9, 2018
So many memories, taken way to soon. Will miss you Jim
JOHN SCAFIDE
September 9, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Heather Schafer
September 9, 2018
The fire service mourns the loss of a giant in the community. Jim was passionate and spoke his mind...you could always count on Jim to tell it like it was! He will be truly missed and we are all keeping his family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Robert Timko
September 9, 2018
rip my brother It was an honor to have a great friend, NVFC BOD and mentor. WPDR Bob Timko New Cumberland, Pa.
3 Brothers Toast Pic taken by Mary, Spring 2018
Kevin Knowles
September 9, 2018
To be closest of friends for 40+ years and be blessed with a lifetime of memories, one could not be any prouder, and saddened at the same time with your passing.
To be able to carry on the way we were able this Spring, the smiles in the photo tell a story. Distance and commitments limited the time the three of us were able to come together, but when we did, from the joys of my weddings to the final gatherings of others, we never missed a beat.
From riding back step on the Parkway on Old Engine 112, to parades from Hershey to OC, from the Cork to Blues fishing to stocking the coolers after close, and the contributions we all made to "Billy's College Fund"...
From my "Blue Whale" Party at moms, to Talbert's, to Sunday morning Board meetings at the Zebra to Sunday nights at The Round Table with Brandywine...
From our rituals of cracking a "new seal" to crying over broken glass and precious drops spilled...
From playing cards in the evening with Pop Simmons and the career staff at Mass Ave to celebrating the births of our kids...
From Sangamore Road, to the open road trucking with Bobbie, to see your career grow from DT to DC, and to see and be a part of your life and Mary's as you were with me and my family, you will be missed, but never forgotten in our hearts...
Love always, "My brother" and My closest of friends,
Kevin
Tina Parisi
September 6, 2018
James, what a light you were to all who knew you. Rest in peace; Mary and your son will carry on your glorious legacy.
Thomas Tucker
September 6, 2018
R.I.P. Jim. Cherished the memories knowing and working with you.
Pam McNutt
September 6, 2018
What an amazing life Jim squeezed into 58 years! He touched so many lives in such a positive and encouraging way, I am truly blessed that our paths crossed. RIP my friend.
RK
September 5, 2018
Please accept my deepest and heartfelt condolences at this time of your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2
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