"The Seward Family,We were just informed on Bill's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are going out to the Seward family.Michael, Chris, Bonnie & Sean O'Dell"
In loving memory of
William L. "Bill" Seward
May 16, 1940 - April 24, 2014
William L. "Bill" Seward, 73, of Middletown, RI, passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2014 at Newport Hospital.He was the husband of the late Catherine (Reis) Seward. Born in Bethlehem, PA on May 16, 1940, he is the son of the late Elbert and Grace (Bealer) Seward.Mr. Seward was a veteran of the US Navy. Bill was a firefighter with the Newport Fire Department for 25 years before retiring in 1994. As a firefighter, he was very active in volunteering for the Muscular Dystrophy Association each year. Bill was a member of the Knight of Columbus formerly in Newport. He was a huge History buff. Bill became a Christian in 2004 and professed his belief in Jesus Christ. He will be forever remembered for his loving generosity and willingness to lend a helping hand or encouragement to others.He is survived by his children, Mary Anne Willburn and her husband, David, of Tiverton, RI, Catherine Kennedy of Brockton, MA and Anthony Seward and his wife, Susan, of North Carolina; his sister, Marjorie Seward of Brockton, MA; his son-in-law, Patrick Kennedy of Tiverton, RI; his grandchildren, Christopher Kennedy and his companion, Courtney Lemasa, Erin Carr and her husband, Joseph, Marshall Kaempf and Travis Kaempf; his great grandchildren, Jameson Carr and Landon Carr, and his special little girl, Arianna Silvia; and his close companion, Ruby Ammons of South Carolina.Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 from 3-6 pm in Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Broadway, Newport, RI. A memorial service will follow in the funeral home at 6 pm. Burial in Newport Memorial Park in Middletown, RI will be private.In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the John Clarke Nursing Home, Activities Fund, 600 Valley Road, Middletown, RI 02842. Visitation APR 29. 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM Memorial Funeral Home 375 Broadway Newport, RI, US, 02840 info@memorialfuneralhome.com http://www.memorialfuneralhome.com Service APR 29. 06:00 PM Memorial Funeral Home 375 Broadway Newport, RI, US, 02840 info@memorialfuneralhome.com http://www.memorialfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"Dear Maryanne, we are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our prayers are with you at this very sad time. Maria and Danny and family"
"To the Seward family;I would like to express my sympathy upon the loss of Bill. I had not seen him for a few years but I remember him as a caring person. He was always be willing to help. He cared for people and will be missed by all who knew him.Peter Saunders"
"Maryanne, I was so very sorry to read about your dad. Please know that you and your family are in mine and Carolyn's prayers during this difficult time. God Bless You All! Neil Carbery"
"Maryanne, Cathy, & Anthony, over the years I have spent my occasions with you all and your Dad always made me feel like part of the family. He was a good man and raised a wonderful family. RIP Pop <3"
"Tony, my prayers are with you and Susan and your family during this time. I pray you find peace and comfort.Kelly Hedgepath"
"Another of Newport's brave Firefighters is gone... Billy was a kind and gentle man who always had a good word for everyone. He served the City well and was person who would reach out to help anyone in need, without hesitation. Rest in Peace, Bill... you'll be missed by many.Tim Manning, Lutz, FL"
"Leisha Hackett lit a candle in memory of William L. "Bill" Seward"