Lawrence Seymour

KEN SEYMOUR IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO -- Lawrence Kenneth "Ken" Seymour, 79, of Idaho Falls, died December 15, 2008, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. He was born October 4, 1929, in Middlesboro, Kentucky to Albert William Seymour and Cornie Lee Poore Seymour. He grew up and attended schools in the area. He continued his education at Ohio State University and Indiana Tech. He served his country as a Sergeant in the United States Army during the Korean War. On July 3, 1954, he married Betty Jean Luttrell. They raised two sons together and were later divorced. On January 3, 1987, he married Lynn Spencer Seymour; they made their home in Idaho Falls. Ken earned a Master's Degree and worked as a nuclear / mechanical engineer for the Department of Energy, EG&G, AEC ERDA (Idaho National Lab). Ken was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church. He was also involved with the Idaho Food Bank. He enjoyed prospecting, fishing, hunting,4 wheelers, and the outdoors. He loved spending times with his family and friends. Survivors include: Wife: Lynn Seymour, Idaho Falls, ID Son: Larry (Rosie) Seymour II, Idaho Falls Son: Craig (Darlene) Seymour, Idaho Falls Daughter: Sandra (Kevin) Kramer, Seattle, WA Daughter: Teresa "Teri" (Steve) Miller, Seattle, WA Sister: Bertha Woodard, Clinton, IL 5 Grandchildren: Larry Seymour III, Kielyn Kramer, Michaela Kramer, Katrina Lott, and Amanda Dale; 9 Great Grandchildren He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Edward, Ardell, and Lonnie, and sister, Reba. Burial will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, December 20, 2008 at Fielding Memorial Park under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. Military Rites will be performed by the Bonneville County Veterans Memorial Team and Idaho Honor Guard. A memorial service in Ken’s honor will follow at 3 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 237 North Water, with Reverend Brenda Sene officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations may be sent to The Shepherds Inn Maternity Home, P.O. Box 51735, Idaho Falls, Idaho 83405 or Help Inc. Child & Family Support Center, 1465 Hoopes Avenue, Idaho Falls, Idaho 83404. --------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Debbie King debbiesue72@hotmail.com Please express my deep sadness to the family of Ken Seymour. He was a lifelong family friend and so very dear to me. I have so many beautiful memories of spending time with the Seymour family as Craig and Larry were growing up! Although I didn't talk with Ken as much as I would have liked, he held and will always hold a very special place in my heart! Ken (and Betty) added many years to my Father's life because of their caring and friendship. I will always remember and feel blessed to have known Ken. Craig, Larry, Betty and Lynn - I am so sorry! When Carl died someone told me that "God called and he went"! I hope that helps to give you the Peace that it did me. God Bless you all. I wish I were there to give you hugs! Love, with all my heart! Debbie (Davidson) King Kent and Daralee Beck Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. All of us at Capstone kalldred@fccidaho.com Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers are with the family. If there is anything, we mean anything, that we can help with please let us know. Ken was such a kind, giving man and will not be forgotten by the many he came in contact with especially the little ones. His smile would light up the room. He will be greatly missed. Becki Jackson Lynn and family, I was sorry to read about your loss. My thoughts are with you. David E. Metcalf davidmetcalf91@yahoo.com I send my condolences and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sadness. Bill Job My condolences go out to the Seymour family. If there is anything I can do at this time please let me know. Jenetta Jesperson and Family jjay33@yahoo.com I am so Sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man and loved his family very much. My thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy, Jenetta and Family Yvona & Dave Gunderson dygunderson@msn.com Lynn, We are very sorry about your loss and we are thinking about you at this difficult time. Please accept our condolences. Derek Cade derekcaderex@gmail.com I am deeply sorry for your loss. I was happy to know Ken the little that I did. He was a kind and gracious man. My heart and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Computer Arts tashcraft@gocai.com Dear Lynn Seymour and family, We were deeply saddened to hear of your husband's death. We hope that you will accept our most sincere sympathy and condolence. We truly hope that your memories of the happier moments will help ease your loss. If there is anything we can do for you at this difficult time, please let us know. Sincerely, Computer Arts of Idaho Falls, ID Computer Arts tashcraft@gocai.com Dear Seymour Family, In lieu of flowers a donation has been made to The Shepherds Inn Maternity Home in the family name. May the Lord be with you all, at this time. Sincerely, Computer Arts of Idaho Falls, ID Greg Maeser family gregmaeser@gmail.com We were so sad to hear that Ken passed away. He was such an outstanding neighbor, always willing to offer help and stop and talk. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. We will miss having such a fine neighbor.