"John Jr. , Christine, & Family, We are very sorry to hear about John. He will forever hold a special spot in our hearts and we will miss him. We were very blessed to have such a wonderful friend we enjoyed talking with, cutting wood with, and sharing stories with. He was always there for us when we needed him and willing to help us in any way he could. Even though we could not be there today, we want to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Bridget & Mike Hallas"
In loving memory of
John Mathew Seelman
August 29, 1936 - September 7, 2021
Seelman, Mr
John Mathew
North Muskegon, Michigan
Mr John Mathew Seelman, age 85, passed away Tuesday, September 7, 2021. He was born in Muskegon, MI on August 29, 1936 to Fred & Mary (Flannery) Seelman and served his country in the US Army from 1955-1957. John is preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Mary Ann (Henriksen)Seelman. John had been employed as a Manufacturing Engineer for Dresser Industries, Clarke Floor Machine and Howmet and later at worked at Sam's Club. John was active in the community serving as chairman of chapter 111 Society of Manufacturing Engineers, president of L Lakes Association, West Michigan Science Challenge, and the Tech Advisory Board at Baker College. He was very active in the Boy Scouts of America and was a DNR Hunter Safety Instructor for 50 years. John was a life long member of Trinity Lutheran Church where he was an usher, part of the Stephen Ministry and on the board of Lay Ministry. He was also a member at Grace Lutheran Church in Baldwin, MI near their cabin. John enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending as much time as possible at the cabin and watching his grandchildren in all of their activities.
SURVIVORS
Son, John Seelman II of Frisco, CO; daughter, Christine (Robert) Koman of North Muskegon; grandchildren, Andrew, Ethan and Anna; sister, Rochelle Cronk; special friend, Martha "Marty" Wolf; several nieces and nephews.
SERVICE
Thursday, September 16, 2021, 1:00 PM at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Paul Appold officiating. Interment in Sunrise Memorial Gardens.
VISITATION
Wednesday, September 15th, 2021 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Clock Funeral Home - Muskegon and one hour prior to the service at the church. MEMORIAL: Trinity Lutheran Church or Grace Lutheran Church. Please visit www.clockfuneralhome.com to leave a memory or sign the online guestbook.
Clock Funeral Home - Muskegon