Ernest James Seey
September 10, 1930 ~ June 23, 2011
Ernest James Seey, 80, of Paris, PA, died Thursday June 23, 2011 in the Weirton Medical Center.
Born September 10, 1930, in Weirton, WV, Ernie was a son of the late Stephen and Isabelle Matis Seey. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Isabelle Balint and Irene Lucas.
A United States Marine Corp Veteran, Ernie retired as a fork truck driver from the tin mill of Weirton Steel, where he worked for over forty years. He was a member of the Weirton Steel 25 Year Club.
Pa, as he was known to his family, loved spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. He shared countless life lessons with his grandsons while fishing on their boat in Canada. Ernie was known as the "greatest euchre player" and enjoyed many card games, at the family table, for many years. A true animal lover, he cared for all animals especially his cats.
He is survived by his loving wife, Jo Ann McGaughey Seey, whom he married on March 31, 1952; his son, Stephen Paul (Mary Ann) Seey of Paris, PA; daughter, Pam (Mark) Kesling of Weirton, WV; sister, Helen Mateusiak of Weirton, WV; three grandchildren, Stephen (Emily) Seey, Marty Seey and Bryce Kesling and his cats.
Visitation will be 1-3 & 6-8 PM Sunday at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton where funeral services will be held 1PM Monday.
Interment will follow at the Paris Cemetery, Paris, PA.
Memorial contributions may be made to your local animal shelter.
Aunt JoAnn, Steve and Pam, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Uncle Ernie. Our families spent many vacations and holidays together and we have wonderful memories of Uncle Ernie. The fondest memories are between Uncle Ernie and my dad. The tricks my dad played on him and the countless card games where my dad would agitate him. They had a great friendship and love for each other. My father would be upset with Ernie being the “greatest euchre player”. I will miss the services because I am in California. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love you, Maria