Wayne Seymour
January 10, 1953 to June 12, 2021
Obituary
Passed suddenly away on Saturday, June 12, 2021, Wayne Seymour aged 68.
Leaving to mourn his loving wife of 46 years, Elaine; his daughter Leigh Antle (Sheldon); his darling grandson Conner Antle; son Matthew (Kat); brother Bill (Marg); brother and sister-in-law Jack & Janet Pauls; father-in-law John Pauls; special friends Marlene & Terry Dale, Doreen & Lonnie Power, Glenys & Scott Campbell; as well as a large circle of other family and friends.
Wayne is predeceased by his parents Algernon & Violet Seymour, also his mother-in-law Violet Pauls.
Visitation will take place from Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Rd., on Wednesday, June 16th, and on Thursday, June 17th from 2:00pm-4:00pm & 7:00pm-9:00pm.
Following COVID-19 restrictions, a funeral service will be held from St. Mark’s Anglican Church, 203 Logy Bay Rd., on Monday, July 5th, 2021 at 11:00am. If you wish to attend the service, please contact St. Mark’s Anglican Church at 726-3213. Inurnment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Kenmount Road.
Flowers are gratefully declined – donations in his memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
“I see myself again, Like a Rock.”
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on June 16, 2021
7-9 p.m. on June 16, 2021
2-4 p.m. on June 17, 2021
7-9 p.m. on June 17, 2021
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Monday July 5th
St. Mark's Anglican Church
203 Logy Bay Rd, St. John's
Following COVID-19 protocols
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s sudden passing.. He was my first Boss and hired me into “The Phone Company” a good few years ago now. Many fond memories of when it seemed as if we were all just one big extended family. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. Shawn and Jennifer
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s sudden passing, my deepest sympathies go out to Wayne’s family. I worked for Wayne at Telco in the Woodgate bldg and he was a very Good boss and Good guy to. May your memories give you peace and comfort. God Bless You all.
Sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. I worked for, and with, Wayne for many years in the telephone industry both here in St. J.ohn’s, Newfoundland, and Ottawa, Ontario. Deepest sympathies on your great loss.
The Seymour Family,
Saddened to learn of Wayne’s sudden passing and hope that your fond memories of Wayne will comfort you during this saddest of times.
Sincere Condolences,
Brendan Fahey
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s sudden passing. We have many wonderful memories of working with him at “the Telephone Company” for so many years. Please accept our sincere sympathies, and our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss.
Elaine, Leigh, Matthew and families,
So shocked and saddened to receive word of Wayne’s untimely passing.. It seems like such a short time ago, in the summer of ‘71, that Wayne visited Rocky Harbour with a mutual friend of ours and we became lifelong friends. He was my close friend throughout our university days, especially our time at Blackhall House where we resided.
Always looked forward to visiting you all in St. John’s and only recently we were reviewing some older albums of your visit to Gros Morne with Leigh and Matthew and our many hikes, especially to Western Brook Pond.
It’s always sad losing a loved one, especially when it’s unexpected. You have all lost not only a husband, father and grandfather, but a loyal friend, as well. Your hearts will always remind you of his presence.
We will be in contact in the next few days to chat and share more memories of a friendship that has endured all those years.
Again, our sincere sympathies.
Elaine, So sorry to hear the news of Wayne’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Danny Neil and Rachael Cooper Neil
Elaine, thinking of you all during this time, take care of yourselves.
So very sorry for your loss. Sincere condolences to Wayne’s Family and Friends.
Elaine & family,
Truly sorry to hear of Wayne’s sudden passing. My deepest condolences to all of you.
Elaine and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Elaine and family, I am so sorry to hear of Wayne’s sudden passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Elaine and Family!
We are very sorry to hear that Wayne passed away so suddenly. I remember working with Wayne at Bell Aliant for many years and we both had a wonderful working relationship. Please accept our sincere sympathies and please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Sincerely.
So sorry for the loss of your father Leigh, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Elaine and family,
Our heartfelt sympathy to each of you at this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you in July.
“The music stops, and yet it echoes on in sweet refrains … For every joy that passes, something beautiful remains.” Anon
Penny & Ken Gordon (Ottawa)
My deepest condolences to Wayne’s Family. I had the pleasure to work with Wayne at the “Telephone Company” and enjoyed golfing with him at our annual “Hope for Birdie” tournament. Wayne was a true gentleman and everyone enjoyed being in his company.
Dear Seymour family, we were so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Both of us knew Wayne through “ The Telephone Company”, but Dave had the privilege of working very close with him.
Sending condolences to Wayne’s family & friends. Sincerely, Theresa & Dave
Sorry to hear about your lost Janet Reardon
So sorry for the loss of your father Leigh, our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
To Elaine and family
Verna and I were so saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing.
It was a pleasure to be in his company.
Please try to stay strong.
We are shocked and saddened to hear of Waynes sudden passing. Randy had the pleasure of working with Wayne for a number of years and he is remembered as being one of the “best bosses”. Our hearts are heavy as we think of you all as you face this difficult challenge. We pray for your strength and comfort as you get through one-day-at-a-time. ????????❤️
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Your school mate Ethel and Ron
Sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Sincere condolences to the family.
Elaine and family so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing our thoughts and prayers are with you Debbie and Gerard Hickey
Sorry to hear about Wayne’s sudden passing. Condolences to all the family.
Oh what a shock. Our deepest condolences to you all, Elaine, Leigh and Matthew. I can’t even imagine what you are all going through but please know that we are thinking about you and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. I know that Wayne has left you all with so many wonderful memories to hold close to your hearts….these wonderful memories will help get you through the days and months ahead and in time these days will get easier and the memories will bring a smile to your face – I know this for certain. Hugs to you all ❤️
Sorry to hear of Wayne’s sudden passing. Condolences to all. He was always one grade ahead of me in school.. his mom was my Grade 3 and 4 teacher. Remember a time when Wayne did something (can’t remember what), no one would tell on him and Mrs. Seymour kept us all in after school.
Ruth Crisby-Cheeks
Elaine and Family .. Please know we are with you in sorrow. We know your loss is huge and your grief indescribable. Over time, many cherished memories will help bring you comfort and we send to you our warmest thoughts and deepest sympathy. . We had many a laugh and sociable over the years and will cherish his kind face in all the days to come. He surely will be missed!.
Thinking of you all. Cathy and Paul Murphy
Thinking of you in your time of sorrow.
So saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. He was a good man. My condolences to his family.
Leigh and family,
So sorry to here of your Dads passing. His wings were ready but your hearts were not. Take care.
Elaine and family, I am so saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May your precious memories comfort you in the days to come. Sharon Pike Callahan
Elaine, Merrill and I were shocked to hear of Wayne’s passing and send our sincere condolences to you and your family. We pray you experience the strength of God’s comfort as you deal with this most difficult time. May Wayne rest peacefully in his eternal home.
Elaine and family, Jack and I are so saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. He was a wonderful person.. May your memories comfort you during this time. Bobbi and Jack Harrington
Elaine and family, Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you.
Marie and Don Kirkland
Sincere and heartfelt condolences to family and friends. May good memories far outweigh the sad ones.
My deepest sympathy on the sudden loss of a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. May knowing that Wayne is remembered with love and respect help to comfort you at this sad time.
Anita Wyatt
So very sad to hear of Wayne’s passing. Thinking of his family and friends at this very difficult time
Our deepest condolences to you Elaine. Thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
Elaine and family,
Both Ellen and I offer our sincerest condolences at this difficult time. Like many, I was saddened to hear of Wayne’s sudden passing. I have wonderful memories of Wayne from university days back in the ‘70s and when he and I shared an apartment in St. John’s. Wayne was a good guy who was much appreciated by those whose lives he touched along the way.
Ray Alcock
Elaine and family, Bill and Marg. I was shocked and so very saddened to hear of Wayne’s sudden death. A good and decent man gone far too soon. Keep your memories near.
Elaine & family,
Your loss is grievous and heartfelt, Wayne was a true family man and a wonderful friend, my golfing room mate for many years. Our annual get together at the “Hope for Birdie” tournament and lobster boils at Happy Adventure will never be the same.
Our sincere condolences on the loss of Wayne to all of your family
Elaine and family,
Saddened to hear of Wayne’s sudden passing. May God’s love and comfort be with you now and in the coming days. Rest easy Wayne!
Joyce & Lee Greeley
Elaine, Leigh, Matthew and Family: deeply saddened and shocked by the sudden passing of cousin Wayne. Many childhood memories of vacations in Eastport and family gatherings at grandfather’s house and boil ups on the beach. Find comfort in the memories of your time with Wayne and your family and my sincere condolences to you all.
God bless
Karen and Christopher Etheridge
Elaine, Matthew, and Leigh,
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Wayne’s sudden passing. My memories took me back to many, many weekends and summers spent in Eastport with all of the Seymours living so close to Grandfathers house, and the many hours we spent in each other’s company growing up., the fun on the beach, down at the brook just being kids.. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss, and take some comfort in the wonderful memories you have. They will make you smile in the difficult days ahead, and in the months and years ahead. Love, Cheryl
Elaine, my heart broke for you upon hearing of the sudden passing of your beloved Wayne. I know your love for him was special. I am so sorry you are going through this and please know that I am thinking on you, Leigh, Matthew and all your close family members and friends who are now saddened by his unexpected death. My prayer is that you will be alright as you move forward to life without him. Take Care Elaine, Rest in Peace, Wayne.
Rest in peace my friend. John penny.
Deepest condolences to you and your family. To your good friends especially my cousin Marlene and her husband Terry, I know how hard it is to lose one of your good buddies. I’m thinking of you all. Norma Rees Jones, Bishop’s Cove
Sincere condolences to the family, I have fond memories of Wayne playing Golf with him, playing pass the ace and enjoying lobster at Terra Nova HFB. He was one of the good ones and will be missed..
My sincere condolences to Elaine and family. I had the pleasure of knowing Wayne for many years through work and the annual golf tournament.
Deepest Sympathy to you all. Remembering Wayne as a ‘good kid ‘growing up in Eastport. May God bless you as you experience life without his physical presence. ????
Marg Snow
Elaine, Leigh , Matthew & family
We are so very sorry to hear of Wayne’s sudden passing . You are all in our thoughts & prayers at this time
Brenda Martin , Russell, Sean & Nicole Vardy
Elaine and Family So Sorryto hear of Wayne’s passing.our thoughts and Prayers are with you all at thi s difficult time.
Elaine and Family,
So sorry to hear the news of Wayne’s passing.
I have many fond memories working with Wayne at the Telephone Company.
My Thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Elaine and family., so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Our condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Elaine and family,
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. We always enjoyed having a visit and a chat with you and Wayne. We are thinking of you and your family at this time.
Ron and Velma Piercey
Elaine and family,
So sorry to hear about Wayne’s sudden passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. Wayne will always be remembered for his easy nature and willingness to always lend a helping hand.
Rhonda and Ian McKinnon
Elaine, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I have fond memories of Wayne, a truly wonderful man and will be greatly missed.
” Goodbyes hurt the most when the story was not finished”
~Unknown~
Barbara
Elaine, so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories when I 1st met you and Wayne back in the 70’s in Operator Services. My most sincere condolences to you and your family.
Anna Ebsary
Dear Elaine and family,
We are so dispirited to hear Wayne was taken far too early. Such a decent man. He was always easy company and had a warm smile. We send our deepest condolences.
To Wayne’s Family, deeply saddened by Wayne’s passing. Had the pleasure of working with him at the Telco over the Years and as well having the pleasure of his company early Monday mornings at the BSHFBI in Twin Rivers with Seymour/Chafe/Kelly/Kelly. He will be missed but always remembered as one of “DA Bys” and one gentle kind man. RIP Old Buddie!!!!
My condolences to Elaine and Wayne’s family. Wayne’ was a fine person and was held in great respect by all who worked with him at the telephone company.
Our Deepest Sympathy to you all on the sudden passing of Wayne ..Thimking and praying for you all at this sad and difficult time for everyone .
Anita & Gordon Williams
Elaine & Family
We are sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joe &Carol Arsenault
Hugs Elaine. I was devastated to hear of your loss.. Thinking of you always. . Condolences to you and family. He was a bright light in your life and he always will be from above.
Wish I was close to give you a hug. ..
Elaine and family: I’m so sad for your loss. I worked with Wayne for many years at the telephone company and remember him as a good person.
May God hold him in his arms and provide you all with his love and strength through these times.
Phil Lane
Matthew, Kat and the Seymour family, we are so sorry to hear the loss of your dad. Sending condolences and comforting hugs. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help. Brendan and Valerie O’Connell
Elaine and family. So so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May memories of Wayne be forever held in your hearts ♥️
Elaine, David i don’t know what too say,but my prayrs are with you and your family,David
Elaine & family.
So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family at this most difficult time. God Blless!
Our condolences to family and friends on the loss of a husband, father , grandfather and friend. May your memories of your loved one stand you in good stead at this sad time.
Elaine and family,
We were so shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. During this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Christine and Paul Hitchcock
So, so, sorry for your loss! You are in my thoughts. Hugs!
Elaine & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Eric & Jean White.
Elaine & Family
We are saddened to hear of the passing of your husband. It is a sad time for all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Love is never ending whether they are here or taken far to soon. God Bless you all. ????????
Elaine and family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Elaine and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all on the sudden passing of Wayne. There are no words of comfort for your tremendous loss, but please know we are keeping you close in our hearts. God Bless.
Glenys and John Walsh
Elaine and family;
We are so saddened to hear of Wayne’s sudden passing.
We send our condolences and deepest sympathy.. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Carol and Fred
Elaine, so sorry to hear of Wayne’s sudden passing. May his spirit live on in all of your cherished memories. I know he will be sadly missed.
To Elaine … we are so shocked and saddened too hear of Wayne’s sudden passing We remember him fondly.. Our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Elaine and family, so shocked and saddened to hear of Wayne’s sudden’ passing., condolences to all the family ????
Elaine & Family
Thanking of you all at this very difficult time, please except my deepest condolences????
Sincerely Colleen Simms
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family !
Sherry, Kevin Antle and family ????????
Elaine, we are so saddened by your sudden and tragic loss. Sending our deepest sympathies and condolences to you and all your family. Will keep you in our hearts during these difficult days.
Kim and Bill
My sincere condolences on Wayne’s passing. We worked together at the telephone company for several years.