"Little Mike, you will live on forever in the hearts of our family and may your memory be a blessing too all those who called you friend. As you make your journey aunties Bert and Pink, Grandma Sophie, great aunt Irene, your grandpa Robert, Uncle Harold, my dad and my brother are there waiting to help guide your way. In our language we have no word for good-bye, we only say 'see you' and one day we all will see you again. Ke-ta-ba-ne-ne Tokani!"
In loving memory of
Michael E. Seymour
July 1, 1979 - June 29, 2014
Private family graveside services will be held Thursday followed by a time of fellowship in celebration of Michael's life from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Masonic Temple in Spencer, Iowa. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established in his name.
Michael Edward "Squawk" Seymour was born July 1, 1979, at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, the son of Michael Seymour and Donna Derrig. Mike attended school at Clay Central Everly graduating in 1998.
He worked for Perry Judd Printing and Froidenberg NOK for over ten years. Mike loved the outdoors, and was very passionate about music. He enjoyed fishing, drawing and get-togethers with family and friends.
On June 29, 2014, Mike passed away at his home in Fostoria.
Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Donna of Spencer; father, Mike of Ames; sister, Nancy Jo Smith (Smitty) of Fort Riley, Kansas; brother, Bob Seymour (Ronda) of Royal; maternal grandmother, Joyce Iseminger; paternal grandmother, Lavonne D. Collier; ; nieces: Jo, Kassie and Laci and nephews: Donald and Landen; two aunts: Patty Derrig and Jodi Iseminger both of Spencer; great-aunt, Iola Snow of Tama; and many cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Edward Iseminger and paternal grandfather, Robert Seymour.
Tributes
"Squawker, Please except my apologies in advance for not attending these services planned for your celebration in life. I don't feel it necessary to parade through for merely a social status... Both you and I knew our love for another and that does not have to be explained to anyone.... The joy that comes from loving you will never be erased by death. I will both remember and honor you with every living breath of my own left and fiber of my beings. Two hearts connected. death cannot and will not take away from the love I feel daily and grows more and more immense. The tears flow from missing you already but the love stays strong and forever. May the road rise to meet you May the wind be always on you your back May the sun shine warm upon your face The rain fall soft upon your fields And until we meet again May God hold you in the hollow of his hand. My hope is by now you are with my father. He loved you just as you loved him and have by now have had the opportunity to meet his father, Norm. Wishing you good heath and above all happiness today and all the days to follow. My love today and always, M"
"Dear Donna, I am so very sorry for your loss! What a shock! May God hold you in the palm of his hand and walk beside you and the rest of the family forever! "
"I don't even know where to start... I can't comprehend the loss of my best buddy! I will always be grateful for you Squawk. Through the last twelve years, you were more than a friend. You were the brother I never had. I will miss our Sunday's together. I miss you so much Squawker! I'm so grateful that we got to spend last Sunday and Thursday together. I love you today and always. May you find peace and are at rest. Love you NDN! "
"Unfortunately, failed to mention, left behind to cherish his memories was his girlfriend, Michelle Wemark, of five years and his nephew, Azaiah and proceeded in death by Ron Wemark. "
"We met Squawk through our son, Joe, and always enjoyed him being around and his humor. He enjoyed coming over and getting a meal (sometimes staying all night) and I enjoyed his hugs. A life lived too short he will be missed and remembered always. Our condolences to his family. If I can find some pictures I will share them with you."
"I'll always remember how he could make me laugh & he always had a hugg for me! Loved to have fun @ my sons campfires,sit & enjoy the outdoors. Mike you will be deeply missed!!"
"I will never forget all the great times we had back in High School at good old CCE. Squawk was always happy and could make you laugh with just about anything that came out of his mouth. Even though I wasn't really what I consider a 'close' friend I was a friend just the same, it was just many years ago and I will always remember his great attitude. He had many friends and no enemies. You will be missed. "
"When Mike was 6 Yrs old his cousin Melinda was born on 7-1-85...only a few days old took Melinda(Minnie) to see them. soon as I walked in the door Mike looked up at me with those big brown eyes and said "when did you get her" Told him on your birthday buddy AS they grew up and figured out had same birth date they never missed a phone call wishing each other a happy one til now WE will forever miss the birthday wishes those big brown eyes sweet smile and you Mike"