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2023 08/17 – Dennis L. Seavers

By Bruce Kropp Aug 17, 2022 | 10:08 AM

Dennis L. Seavers, age 70 of Iuka, passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023, at Flora Gardens Care Center.

Dennis was born on July 1, 1953, in East St. Louis the son of Grailey and Alice (O’Brien) Seavers.  He married Joyce (Lowe) Seavers on April 26, 1975, at the Kinmundy United Methodist Church and she survives in Iuka.

In addition to his wife of 48 years, he is survived by two sons, Neil Seavers of Omega and Shawn Seavers and wife Lily of Centralia; his dog, Mattie; and several cousins and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Jim Seavers; and one sister, Kathleen Kinnard and husband Elmer.

Dennis was a member of the Kinmundy United Methodist Church.  He was a plumber and pipefitter for many years as well as a dedicated and hardworking farmer.  He was a member of the Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 653 in Centralia.  Dennis enjoyed NASCAR, tractor pulls, Christmas, collecting model tractors, and enjoyed trains.  He could often be found tinkering on small engines, repairing three-wheelers, snowmobiles, and mini bikes.

Funeral Services for Dennis L. Seavers will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at the Kinmundy United Methodist Church with David Kueker officiating.  Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Kinmundy.  Visitation will be held from 11:00 am until the time of the service at the church.  Memorials can be made to the Neighborhood Pantry in Kinmundy and can be received at Crouse Funeral Home in Salem.  Online condolences can be left at www.CrouseFH.com