Wilson McLain Seely passed away on July 9, 2002 at the age of 85.
He is survived by his two daughters, Karen Ragozzine and Lynette (Bruce) Stewart, seven grandchildren, and sister Beth Treadway. He is preceded in death by his sisters, Fay, Neva, Ila, Raola, Minerva, Alfa Mae, and brother Ralph.
Wilson was born on March 4, 1917 to Don Ralph and Frances Edith Fisher Seely. As a young boy, he lived in East Mill Creek with his family and worked closely with his grandfather, James Madison Fisher. He always cherished his childhood experiences on the small family farm with his brother and seven sisters. In 1940 Wilson met Afton Marie Graham whom he married that year on October 18 in the Salt Lake Temple. Together they created a loving home for their two daughters Karen and Lynnette. Wilson and Marie spent 51 years together until Marie’s death in 1991. Subsequently, Wilson married Delta Lewis in 1992; she passed away in 1995. From 1940 -76, Wilson worked as an accountant at Mountain Fuel Supply Company. His employment was briefly interrupted from 1942 -45 when he served in World War II as a radio and radar specialist in Europe. Throughout his life, Wilson participated in a variety of singing grounds including war choirs, quartets, and barbershop ensembles. He was an avid golfer, especially after he and Marie moved to St. George in 1981. The family wishes to thank the care providers at Prestige Assisted Living center and Eastridge Rehabilitation Center for their patience and love towards Wilson. Funeral services will be held Monday July 15, 2002 at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary Chapel, 3401 SO. Highland Drive. There will be a viewing beginning at 10:45 a.m., and funeral service will follow at 12:00 p.m.
Published in the Deseret News from 7/13/2002 – 7/14/2002
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