Seay - William
Source: Waveland Independent newspaper, Waveland, Montgomery County, Indiana March 29, 1918
William L. Seay, was born at Lynchburg, VA Jan 4, 1850. He was united in marriage to Lois Isaacs Sept 15, 1878. To this union were born two children: John R. and Thomas W. of Araphoe Colorado. The mother having departed this life in Feb 1882, he was again united in marriage to Rebecca Jane Hall, Nov 14, 1883. To this union were born 5 children: Sadie Agnes of Elwin, Ill; Birdie M of Marshall, Ind; Arthur of Guion; Margaret of Oklahoma City and Verna Irene of Marshall, Ind and 15 grandchildren, all of whom survive and one sister, Mrs. Ida C. Damewood of Evanston, Ill. He united with the Church of Christ at Long Point, Ill 23 years ago and remained in fellowship at that place until his death. He had been in failing health for several years past but bore his suffering patiently and with true Christian fortitutde. He was confined to his bed only a week prior to his death. The end came peacefully at 5 o'clock Sunday evening, March 10, he being 68 years, 2 months, 6 days old. His life was spent in the sunshine, cheering and helping others. He overelooked the faults of others, and was always generous in his praise... All the children were present at his bedside at the time of his death except Thomas. The funeral was conducted at the home Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock, by Rev. OS Stewart of Waveland with interment at Maple Ridge. -- kbz