Seaholm, Axel
Funeral Service for Axel Seaholm Held At Home Thursday
Citizen of Eagle Lake for Many Years, One of Pioneer Rice Planters of Section, Died Wednesday Night
Mr. Axel Seaholm, one of the old and highly respected citizens of Eagle Lake passed away at his home in this city at 6:40 Wednesday evening. Funeral services were conducted at the home at 4 o'clock Thursday afternoon, with Rev. E. B. McLaughlin of Newgulf, former Baptist pastor here, and an old friend of Mr. Seaholm, officiating. The pallbearers were the four sons, G. A., Carl, Ernst and Helmer Seaholm and the two sons-in-law, W. H. Cook and M. G. Foster. Interment was made in the Masonic cemetery.
Mr. Seaholm was born April 28, 1861, in Sweden. At the age of 13, he joined the Swedish Army, in which he served as a musician until 1883, when he came to America. He was married in Austin to 1885 to Anna Katherine Pearson, and unto this union were born four sons, Gus, Carl, Ernst and Helmer, all of this city.
His wife passed away in June, 1894. Two years later he was married in Austin to Selma Anderson, who with their three daughters, Mrs. Mabel Cook, Mrs. Blanche Foster and Miss Allie Seaholm, survives him. Following Mr. Seaholm's second marriage, the family moved to Colorado County, settling three miles north of Eagle Lake where they lived for five years. In 1902, the family moved to Chesterville where they resided for five years and moved to Eagle Lake twenty years ago.
Mr. Seaholm was one of the pioneer rice farmers of this section, a charter member of the local I. O. O. F. Lodge and an honorary member of Woodbine Encampment, Houston.
Nine years ago last March, Mr. Seaholm suffered a paralytic stroke, and while his condition has not been strong since, he was able to be up, and about and each day took long walks. Though not wholly unexpected, his death came as a shock to his family and his friends.
Mr. Seaholm was a splendid citizen, a man who attended strictly to his own affairs, a man of friendly disposition and genial manners, a man who enjoyed a wide circle of friendship and a man who wished all mankind well.
He was a fine musician and was instrumental in organizing Eagle Lake's first band nearly thirty years ago, in which he and his four boys took part. This was the "Eagle Cornet Band," which became widely known throughout this section of the State.
To all within the circle of his acquaintance, Mr. Seaholm was known as an honest and honorable man. He lived a life among us that no one questioned his honesty nor his sincerity of purpose. The was energetic, giving his life to useful toil, and his conduct was ever such as to win for him the supreme confidence and high esteem of those with whom he associated and to his children he has left a heritage that time can never efface a good name.
Other than his immediate family here, he is survived by an older brother, Olof Seaholm of Sweden, and a brother and sister living in Austin, Gus Seaholm and Mrs. Amanda Westlund.
The Headlight extends sincerest sympathy to the sorrowing members of the family in their irreparable loss.
Eagle Lake Headlight, Oct 28, 1933
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Axel Helmer
“Pappy” Seaholm, retired farmer-rancher dies at age 90
The community was deeply saddened Thursday, November 11th, upon the death of beloved citizen, Axel Helmer "Pappy" Seaholm, who closed his eyes to a peaceful rest at six o'clock that evening in the Eagle Lake Community Hospital.
Mr. Seaholm was one of the community's leading rice producers, farming all his life as well as ranching, with a special interest in horse breeding. He was active in the work of rice associations, cattlemen's associations and other agricultural organizations.
A large gathering of friends and relatives were present at the funeral services Saturday morning, November 13th at 10:30 to pay their last respects to one of this area's pioneer rice farmers. The last rites were conducted by the Rev. J. Melburn Sibley, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake, in the chapel of Mill-Bauer Funeral Home. Mrs. Clara May Nash rendered favorite hymns at the organ during the touching services. Impressive graveside services followed at the Masonic Cemetery under the auspices of the Eagle Lake Masonic Lodge No. 366 A.F. and A.M. Serving as pallbearers were Lloyd Spalinger, Robert Samuel Martin, Rusty Thomas, Joe Herbert McCreary, Earl Rodgers and Walter Lee Bauer. The family named members of the Dog House Domino Club as honorary pallbearers.
Helmer's parents, Axel Seaholm and Anna Catharina Pearson, were married in 1885. They were blessed with four sons, Gus, Carl, Ernest and Helmer. Helmer was born December 4, 1891, and his mother passed away in 1894.
In January 1896 Axel Seaholm remarried to Selma Anderson, and they had three daughters, Mabel, Blanche and Allie.
Helmer Seaholm and Frank "Frankie" Nail were united in marriage on February 18, 1911 in Eagle Lake. Last February they celebrated their 71st wedding anniversary. To this union came two daughters, Gussie Mae and Alice Belle. Gussie Mae died at the age of three, preceding her father in death.
Also preceding him in death were his three brothers and one sister, Allie Simmons. "Pappy" Seaholm is survived by his wife, "Frankie"; one daughter and son-in-law, Alice Belle and Benny Blair; one grandson, William Helmer "Bill" Blair and wife Glenda; and two great-grandsons, Brian and Gregory Blair, all of Eagle Lake; also his two sisters, Mabel Seaholm of Austin and Blanche Foster of Orange; one sister-in-law, Mary Markus of Eagle Lake; and many other relatives and a host of friends in the area.
Mr. Seaholm served in many official capacities in the Rotary Club for 52 years of service in that organization. The former city councilman and city judge served on local and state levels for the Eagle Lake Masonic Lodge No. 366 A. F. and A.M. including Past Master and Past District Deputy Grand Master and also held office in the Order of Eastern Star.
Arrangements were under the direction of Mill-Bauer Funeral Home.
Members of the community join in extending their condolences to the family of A. H. "Pappy" Seaholm in the loss of this fine man who will indeed be missed by many in the community.
Eagle Lake Headlight, November 18, 1982
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Carl William Jr.
Carl W. Seaholm Jr.
January 16, 1929 - July 4, 1993
Carl W. Seaholm Jr., 64, of Eagle Lake, died Sunday, July 4, 1993, in M. D. Anderson Hospital in Houston.
He was born in Eagle Lake January 16, 1929, the son of Carl W. and Edna May Renshaw Seaholm.
A lifelong resident of Colorado County, he graduated from Eagle Lake High School in 1946 and attended Southwest Texas State University where he earned a bachelor degree in chemical education and mathematics.
Following college, Seaholm entered the Army and served honorably with the 301st Photo Unit.
He married Nancy Somerville on October 7, 1951, in San Marcos.
Upon his discharge from service in 1953, the family returned to Eagle Lake and began farming.
Seaholm farmed for over 30 years before beginning his teaching career. He commuted to Boling daily and completed his ninth year teaching chemistry, physics and physical science for the Boling ISD in May 1993.
He also owned and operated Seaholm Photography of Eagle Lake for many years.
He was a member of the Eagle Lake United Methodist Church and Lodge #366 A.F. & A.M.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his wife, Nancy; sons and daughters-in-law, Carl W. and Linda Seaholm Ill of Dallas, Jeff and Twyla Seaholm of Austin; two grandchildren, Jennifer and Brittany Seaholm of Austin; nephew and nieces; other relatives and loved ones, including mother-in-law, Doris Beaven of Woodlands.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 6, at 2 pm. in the chapel of Dulany Funeral Home in Eagle Lake. Rev. Larry Bailey, pastor of United Methodist Church, officiated. Interment was in Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake.
Serving as pallbearers were Bill Blair, Eddie Pavliska, Dudley Beaven, Wage Stidedent, Jason Zahradnik and Pete Kucera.
The family has requested that memorials be made to the Eagle Lake United Methodist Church, 609 Melody Lane, Eagle Lake, Tx, 77434.
Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.
Eagle Lake Headlight, July 8, 1993
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Carl William Sr.
Carl Seaholm, Sr. Laid To Rest Monday
This community lost another of its pioneer rice farmers and outstanding citizens in the passing away of Carl W. Seaholm, Sr., at 6:00 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28th, 1970 In the Eagle Lake Community Hospital. Mr. Seaholm had been confined to the hospital for three weeks when his death came quietly Saturday afternoon.
Carl William Seaholm was born on August 21, 1887 in Elgin, Texas, the son of Anna and Axel Seaholm and he lived eighty-three years of abundant life filled with love and friendship for his fellow man.
The Seaholm family came to Eagle Lake while Mr. Carl was at an early age and the family joined in pioneering the rice industry in this community. Mr. Seaholm continued as an active rice farmer until he reached the goal to which he aspired, that of farming until he was eighty years of age. He continued to assist his son, Carl W. Seaholm, Jr., in farming operations until his very recent illness.
He and Miss Edna Mae Renshaw were united in marriage In San Antonio on February 12th, 1928.
Surviving are his wife; one son, Carl W Seaholm, Jr., both of this city; one brother, Helmer Seaholm of Eagle Lake; three sisters, Mrs. Allie Simmons of Eagle Lake, Mrs. Blanche Foster of Orange, and Mrs. Mable[sic] Seaholm of Austin; his step-mother, Mrs. Axel Seaholm of Austin; two grandsons, Carl III and Jeff of this city; and other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister in infancy,and two brothers, Gus and Ernest Seaholm.
Mr. Seaholm was active in the Colly Memorial United Methodist Church; and took an active interest in all community affairs.
He possessed the rare trait of being one that never had a cross word for anyone and regardless of the circumstances was able to find some good out of each situation, no matter how bad it appeared outwardly. He shall be missed dearly by his loved ones and friends.
Funeral services were held from the chapel of the Mill-Bauer Funeral Home at 2:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30th with the Rev. Wendel Bell, pastor of Colly Church, officiating. Mrs. C, H. Matthews rendered favorite hymns at the organ.
He was placed to final rest in the Lakeside Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Robert Adkins, Bill Blair, Tommy Pilkington, Johnny Prazak, Earl Rodgers and Bruce Waddell.
Eagle Lake Headlight, December 3, 1970
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Carl William III
Carl William Seaholm III
December 4, 1952, July 7, 2001
Carl William Seaholm III, 48, of Lewisville, Denton County, Texas, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2001 at the Medical Center in Lewisville.
Born December 4, 1952 in Augusta, Georgia to Carl W. Seaholm Jr. and Nancy Somerville Seaholm, he was raised in Eagle Lake and a graduate of Rice High School with the Class of 1971.
He attended Southwest Texas State for two years then Austin Community College. He led a career in law enforcement, serving with the City of Austin Police Department and Texas Department of Transportation.
Preceded in death by his father, Carl W. Seaholm Jr., (July 4, 1993), survivors include his mother, Nancy Seaholm of Eagle Lake; grandmother, Doris Beaven of Conroe; brother and sister-in-law, Jeff and Twyla Seaholm of Austin; nieces, Jennifer and Brittany Seaholm of Austin; aunts and uncles, Dudley and Brenda Beaven of Montgomery, Texas, and John and Katie Beaven of San Antonio; other relatives and loved ones.
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m., Tuesday, July 10, from the Chapel of Dulany Funeral Home with Rev. Paul Lynn, pastor of Eagle Lake and Lehrer Memorial United Methodist Churches, officiating.
Interment followed in Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake.
Arrangements were under the direction of to Dulany Funeral Home in Eagle Lake.
Pallbearers were Jeff Seaholm, Eddie Pavliska, Mike Turner, Ralph de la Fuentes, Dudley Beaven and Dwight Hadley.
For those wishing to make memorial contributions, the family has asked for support of the Eagle Lake United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 695, Eagle Lake, Texas 77434.
Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.
Eagle Lake Headlight, July 12, 2001
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Edna May (Renshaw)
Last Rites For Mrs. Carl W. Seaholm Sat.
Relatives and friends were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Mrs. Carl W. (Edna May) Seaholm Thursday, June 25. 1981 in the Gulf Coast Medical Center in Wharton following an illness and confinement of two weeks.
Funeral services were held from the chapel of the Mill-Bauer Funeral Home Saturday, June 27 at 3 p.m. followed by interment in the Lakeside Cemetery. The Rev. Charles Runk, pastor of The United Methodist Church, officiated. Pallbearers were Ernie, Larry and Earl Rodgers, Bill Blair, Lloyd Spalinger and Gardner Seaholm.
Arrangements were under the direction of Mill-Bauer Funeral Home.
Resided Here 65 Years
Mrs. Seaholm was born December 16, 1901 in Greenville, Ohio the daughter of George and Delilah House Renshaw. She had resided in Eagle Lake for the past sixty-five years.
On February 12, 1928, she and Carl W. Seaholm a pioneer rice farmer in the community, were. united in marriage in San Antonio. He preceded her in death on November 28, 1970.
Survivors include one son, Carl W. Seaholm, Jr., a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Carl (Nancy) Seaholm, Jr. of Eagle Lake; two grandsons. Carl III of Eagle Lake and Jeff of Austin and a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Jeff (Twyla) Seaholm of Austin; four sisters-in-law, Mrs. Mable[sic] Seaholm of Austin and Mrs. Blanche Foster of Orange and Mrs. Frank Seaholm and Mrs. Susie Seaholm of Eagle Lake; and a brother-in-law, Helmer Seaholm of Eagle Lake; and other relatives and friends.
The late Mrs. Seaholm was a member of the United Methodist Church and the Order of Eastern Star. She was active in many other community affairs and was loved by all who came to know her for her friendliness and willingness to help others.
Sympathy is extended to the family in the loss of this one so loved; she shall be dearly missed.
Eagle Lake Headlight, July 2, 1981
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Ernest Evald
Pioneer Rice Farmer Ernest Seaholm Expires
Another of Eagle Lake’s longtime and most beloved residents passed on to his great reward last week with the death of Ernest Evald Seaholm, 76, a prominent pioneer rice farmer in the Eagle Lake community. Mr. Seaholm passed away at his hoome at 8:30 a.m. last Friday, December 31st, after a relatively short illness.
He was born November 22, 1889 at Elgin, Texas, the son of Axel and Anna Seaholm. The family came to this community when he was only six years of age. He started farming rice with his father at a very early age and the family was instrumental in helping to develop the industry with the use of wells for irrigation. At the age of 21, he began farming for himself and continued active in the rice industry until 1961. He also was interested in ranching and spent the recent years operating his Colorado river bottom ranch.
On December 30, 1917, he was united in marriage with Miss Susie Payne in Eagle Lake.
He was an active member of the Eagle Lake Masonic Lodge No. 366 and the Eagle Lake Order of the Eastern Star, Chapter No. 483, for many years. Mr. Seaholm was honored by fellow rice farmers by being named president of the American Rice Growers Association, Eagle Lake division, from 1939 to 1945. He continued to serve the association after declining the presidency, as vice-president from 1945 to 1947.
Funeral services were attended by a large gathering of friends and relatives at the chapel of the Mill-Bauer Funeral Home at 3:00 p.m. New Year’s Day, January 1st. The Rev. E. E. Mulliner, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, officiated at the services.
He was laid to final rest in the Masonic Cemetery. Serving as pall bearers were Dale Cassady, J. H. Clipson, Joe French, Joe Lee McCreary, Clifford E. Evoritt, Jr., and Bruce Waddell.
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Susie Seaholm; three daughters, Mrs. Louise Spalinger and Mrs. Annette Rodgers of Eagle Lake, and Miss Ernest Mae Seaholm, teaching in Wichita Falls, Texas; his mother, Mrs. Axel Seaholm of Eagle Lake; two brothers, Carl Seaholm and Helmer Seaholm of Eagle Lake; three sisters, Mrs. Mabel Seaholm of Austin, Mrs. Blanche Foster of Orange, and Mrs. Allie Simmons of Eagle Lake; three grandsons, Don Spalinger and Larry and Ernie Rodgers; and other relatives and friends. A brother, Gus Seaholm, preceded him in death in September of this year.
Mr. Seaholm was a friend to all and his amiable personality won for him the love and admiration of all who came to know him. The wealth of beautiful floral tributes sent by friends and relatives were symbolic of the love and high esteem in which he was held throughout the community. He shall be missed dearly by loved ones and friends.
Eagle Lake Headlight, 6 January 1966
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
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Seaholm, Ernest Mae
Ernest Mae Seaholm
May 1, 1931 – April 19, 2010
Ernest Mae held a BS Degree from the University of Texas and a Master’s Degree from University of Colorado.
She taught in Wichita Falls, Alamo Heights in San Antonio and Columbus High School.
Membership list includes: Daughters of the American Revolution – John Everett Chapter, Columbus; Daughters of the Confederacy – Shropshire-Upton Chapter, Columbus; National Society Colonial Dames 17th Century – John Champion Chapter, Houston; Clayton Library Friends, Houston; Eagle Lake Study Club – Eagle Lake; Colorado County Historical Commission; Clear Creek Cemetery Association; and Retired Teachers Association.
As Chairman of the Marker Committee for the Colorado County Historical Commission, Ernest Mae was involved with the research on the Masonic Cemetery, Eagle Lake; Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Frelsburg and various other historical projects in Colorado County.
She spent years researching families buried in the Clear Creek Cemetery in Colorado County. As Historian for Clear Creek Cemetery Association she printed a book “Clear Creek Cemetery” with the history of the area and biographical information on the families buried there.
The Texas Historic Cemetery Plaque was dedicated to her at the dedication at Clear Creek in October 2009.
Ernest Mae participated in the “Live Oaks and Dead Folks” fundraiser for the Nesbitt Memorial Library for several years. She always assumed the life of one of her favorite Colorado County historical characters who were buried in the Columbus City Cemetery.
She contributed many articles to the Nesbitt Memorial Library Journal, which Bill Stein published for several years.
Many of her papers are found on the Colorado County GenWeb site.
Ernest Mae Seaholm had done much research on her own family. She has many, many files on the Andrews, Payne and Seaholm families (to name only a few). She had been the family genealogist for many years.
However, she was delighted to assist anyone who was interested in tracing their families. She spent many hours researching information for someone who mentioned to her they were interested in their family history.
Ernest Mae is survived by brother-in-law, Earl Rodgers; nephews, Larry H. Rodgers and wife, Cayenne; Ernie Rodgers and wife, Dixie; Don Spalinger and wife, Penny; great and great-great nieces and nephews; numerous cousins and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Susie Seaholm; sisters, Annette Rodgers and Louise Spalinger.
Funeral services were at 2:00 pm, Thursday, April 22, at the Eagle Lake Funeral Home with Rev. Gale Wilson officiating, Vicki Powers, soloist and Sandra Benge, pianist.
Burial was at Masonic Cemetery in Eagle Lake.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to: Wintermann Library, 101 N. Walnut, Eagle Lake, Texas 77434; Nesbitt Memorial Library, 529 Washington, Columbus, Texas 78934; or Amazing Grace Hospice, 22447 Bucktrout Ln., Katy, TX 77449.
Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.
Eagle Lake Headlight, April 29, 2010
Contributed by Joyce Stancik
Seaholm, Frank Norris “Frankie” (Nail)
Mrs. Frankie Nail Seaholm
Mrs. Frankie Nail Seaholm, 90. of Eagle Lake, passed away Monday, May 7 in the Eagle Lake Community Hospital following a brief illness. Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 9 from the chapel of Dulany Funeral Home with Rev. Melburn Sibley officiating at the services. Clara Mae Nash was the organist. Interment followed in the Masonic Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Carl W. Seaholm, Jr., Lloyd Spalinger, Brian Blair, Frank Davidson, Lee Hammond, Clarence Brown. Honorary pallbearers were Robert Samuel Martin, Louis Muzny. Joe D. Luna, Raymond R. Thomas, MD.
Mrs. Seaholm was born July 28, 1893 in Palestine to James and Belle Armstrong Nail. The family moved to Eagle Lake when she was at a very early age. On February 18, 1911 she married A. HI. "Pappy" Seaholm.
She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake and formerly active in the Order of Eastern Star. Her grandfather. John B. Armstrong, was the founder and first minister of First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake.
Mrs. Seaholm was preceded in death by her parents and daughter. Gussie Mae Seaholm, in 1914 and, her husband. Pappy, on November 11, 1982.
Survivors include: a daughter. Alice Belle Blair and husband, Benny of Eagle Lake; a sister. Mrs. Mary Markus of Eagle Lake, a grandson, William Helmer “Bill" Blair and wife Glenda, of Eagle Lake; great grandsons, Brian and Greg Blair, of Eagle Lake; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Sympathy is extended to the family in the loss of their loved one.
Eagle Lake Headlight, May 10, 1984
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Gardner Axel Sr.
GARDNER AXEL SEAHOLM SR.
June 30, 1925 -June 14, 2000
Services for Gardner Axel Seaholm Sr., 74, of Eagle Lake were held June 15 at Dulany Funeral Home Chapel in Eagle Lake with the Rev. Paul Lynn officiating.
Burial followed at Masonic Cemetery in Eagle Lake.
Seaholm died June 14 at his residence.
He was born June 30, 1925, in Eagle Lake, Texas, the son of Gustaf Adolf and Johnnie Lou Waddell Seaholm.
Seaholm was united in marriage with Nancy Juul Seaholm, who preceded him in death. He was later united in marriage with Patricia Sheppard.
He was a[sic] the voice of Eagle Lake Eagles football a number of years. He served in the US. Navy and was honorably discharged as a pharmacist's mate. He then attended the University of Texas at Austin and was a member of the Longhorn Band until transferring to Sam Houston State Teacher's College in Huntsville, where he graduated with a BS degree in agronomy in 1949.
He returned to Eagle Lake and joined his father in rice farming and opened the Rice Theater. His working career included a variety of experiences including Prairie Rice, Gifford-Hill Aggregates and eventually retired as the owner of Seaholm Insurance Agency.
His love for music led him to become a master drummer, of which he once sat in with the legendary Tommy Dorsey's Big Band. He also managed a popular local rock 'n roll group, The Valiants.
Seaholm was a 50-year member of the AF & AM Masonic Lodge, an active member of the Houston Scottish Rite Bodies, Arabia Shrine Temple, past Eastern Star Worth/Grand Patron and a member and former Sunday school teacher of the local Methodist church and supporter for many years of various charitable organizations.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Juul Seaholm; parents, and a brother, Leonard Seaholm.
Survivors include his wife of 22 years, Patricia Sheppard Seaholm; a daughter and son-in-law, Elizabeth and Bill Reynolds of Bridgeport; three sons and daughters in-law, Gus Einer Sr. and Shirley Seaholm of Eagle Lake, Gardner Axel "Bud" Jr. and Joanie Seaholm of Spring and John Leonard and Shellie Seaholm of San Antonio; a brother-in-law, Einer Juul and his wife, Ann; four step children, Cameron Muzny, Gwen Morgan, Kurt Payne and Glenn Payne; grandchildren. Kari Canaris and husband, Peter, Gus Jr., Gardner "Trey" Ill, Eric and Erin Seaholm, Billy Gardner and Ryan Reynolds, Britni Payne, Courtney Morgan and Samantha and Cameron Ray Muzny; a great-grandson, Tallon Canaris; and Lou Dawson and Russell A. White.
Dulany Funeral Home. Eagle Lake, directors.
Eagle Lake Headlight, June 22, 2000
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Gussie Mae
The front page of the Headlight is missing but on an inside page is the following:
"Rev. and Mrs. J. B. Armstrong of Kyle are in the city, having come to be present at the funeral of their great granddaughter, little Gussie May Seaholm. Mr. and Mrs. Armstrong are old Eagle Lake citizens and their many friends here are glad to see them again." [Interment in Eagle Lake Masonic Cemetery]
Eagle Lake Headlight, January 9, 1915
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Gustaf Adolph
G. A. Seaholm, Pioneer Rice Farmer, Dies
Eagle Lake lost another of its most prominent citizens when Gus A. Seaholm closed his eyes in final rest at the Laughlin Hospital at 3:40 p.m. last Thursday, August 26th. Mr. Seaholm was one of the community's pioneer rice farmers and was the first rice farmer in this area to introduce the use of the combine in harvesting of rice.
He had been in ill health for some time, but his passing brought great sadness to the wealth of friends and relatives.
He was born on February 6th, 1886 the son of Axel Helmer Seaholm and Anna Catharina Pearson Seaholm at New Sweden, near Elgin. He came to the Eagle Lake community with his family in 1896 and had been a prominent resident here since that time.
In January of 1919, he and Johnnie Low Waddell were united in marriage and to this union were born two sons, Leonard Howard and Gardner Axel Seaholm. Some time after her death, Mr. Seaholm was united in marriage in 1940 to Lula Werlla Tilson. who also preceded him in death.
Surviving are his two sons, Leonard Howard Seaholm of Dallas and Gardner Axel Seaholm of this city; two step-daughters, Mrs. Virginia Snelling of this city and Mrs. Gloria Powell of Houston; three brothers, Carl William, Ernst Evald and Axel Helmer Seaholm, all of this city; and three half-sisters, Mrs. Mable[sic] Seaholm of Austin, Mrs. Blanche Foster ot Orange, and Mrs. Allie Simmons of Eagle Lake. Also surviving are eleven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Gustaf Adolph Seaholm was active in many affairs of the community in addition to his rice farming Interests before his retirement. He was a member of the Eagle Lake Masonic Lodge, the Order of the Eastern Star, and of the Methodist Church.
FUNERAL services were held from the chapel of the Mill-Bauer Funeral Home at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 28th, with the Rev Homer Welmer, pastor of the Colly Memorial Methodist Church, officiating. Miss Marian Wozencraft played favorite hymns at the organ.
He was laid to final rest in the Masonic Cemetery. Serving as pallbearer were Sam J. Davidson, Bruce Waddell, Louis J. Muzny. Jack Rhoades, J. T. Pilkington, and H. E. Tate.
A large number of friends from throughout the area gathered at the services to pay final tribute to this one who came to be so loved and respected in this community. He shall be missed dearly by loved ones arid friends.
Eagle Lake Headlight, September 2, 1965
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Johnnie Lou (Waddell)
MRS. G. A. SEAHOLM PASSED AWAY AT HOUSTON HOSPITAL
A gloom or sorrow spread over the town and entire community when it was learned on Sunday morning that Mrs. G. A. Seaholm passed away at the Herman Hospital in Houston at 3:15 that morning.
She had been ill only a few days and was taken to the hospital Thursday where she underwent an operation the following morning. For a time she was thought to be improving, but Saturday she slowly grew weaker until the end came early Sunday morning.
The maiden name of this good woman was Johnnie Lou Waddell, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Waddell, and her death is the first in the family mother, father, six sisters and a brother.
For her relief and recovery, all that could have been done was lovingly and faithfully done, but the destroyer finally claimed her as a victim, and the sweet, beautiful life came to a close on earth that a sweeter, happier life might be begun in the brighter world beyond, where sickness and sorrow cannot come and where partings are no more.
Inexpressedly sad was the passing of this splendid young woman, and mortals cannot understand why she was not spared to those who loved her so dearly, but we have the blessed assurance that some day all mysteries will be revealed and then we shall know even the great will of God. Sincerely do we sorrow with those who are so sorely bereaved and to whom life for, a time must be so sad and empty. To her beloved companion, her two little boys, her parents, sisters and brother and all who were bound to her by the holy ties of kinship our hearts go out at this time, sharing as best we can their grief and. loneliness, wishing, we could heal their broken hearts and praying that In the fullness of time the peace that passeth all understanding will come.
Mrs. Seaholm is survived by her husband and two sons, Leonard and Gardner, her mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Waddell, five sisters, Mrs. Justin A. Smith, Mrs. W. T. Eggers, Mrs. C. E. White, Mrs. C. M. George and Mrs. M. A. Goodson, and one brother, Philip E. Waddell, six nephews, numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
The funeral service was held at the home Monday morning at 10 o'clock, at which time a great crowd of sympathizing friends came to pay respect to the remains of one they had loved and mingle their tears with the bitter tears of sorrowing loved ones. Rev. J. C. Wilson, beloved pastor of the deceased, conducted a soothing and beautiful service over the remains of the beloved wife, mother, daughter and sister, and then the body was given sepulture in the Masonic Cemetery and raised above it a hallowed mound, which was banked with flowers of richest hues and sweetest fragrance.
Among the out-of-town people here to attend the funeral service were, Miss Linnie Stone, Mrs. W. B. Arnold, Mr. Gerald Gibson, WaIton White, Mrs. Laura. White, Mrs. Mary O'Riodan, Mrs. E. L. Stone, Mrs. O. S. Gibson and Miss Phyrne Gibson of Houston; Mrs. V. O. Newman and Mrs. Florence Korthauer, Wharton; Rev. and. Mrs. McKinney, Mrs. Garrett and Mrs. L. F. Baar, Weimar; Mr. and Mrs. Seaholm, Mrs. Anna Seaholm. and George Seaholm, Austin; Mr. Carl Seaholm, Arthur Seaholm Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Axell and Fred Lundgren, of Elgin.
Eagle Lake Headlight, August 30, 1930
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Leonard Howard
In Memorium
LEONARD HOWARD “LEN” SEAHOLM died one year ago at sunset on April 9, 1995, in Dallas, Texas. He was born on November 21, 1919, in Eagle Lake, Texas, the eldest son of Gustav A. Seaholm and Johnnie Lou Waddell Seaholm.
He completed primary and secondary education in Eagle Lake, Texas, and majored in chemistry at the University of Texas at Austin earning his Bachelors degree before enlisting in the Army Air Corps in 1942. He earned his navigational wings, was assigned to a B-17 crew and was stationed with the 429th Squadron in southern Italy for the duration of the war in Europe. He received the Purple Heart, the Distinguished Flying Cross, and the Air Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters. He was discharged in 1945 at the rank of First Lieutenant.
He retired in 1985 from work as a sales manager at a wholesale plant nursery. Earlier, his professional life included work as an engineer, pharmaceutical salesman, and production manager. A man of many talents and interests, he was admired for his subtle wit, his love of knowledge and classical music, his colorful and fragrant garden, his twinkling blue eyes and his exuberant appreciation of life. He was a member of St. John’s Episcopal Church.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Ruth Thomas Seaholm; his younger brother, Gardner A. Seaholm; his daughter, Megan Seaholm; son-in-law, Greg Cantrell; and his granddaughter, Ellen Seaholm Cantrell. He was preceded in death by his son, Per Seaholm. He is mourned by dozens of friends, neighbors, and relatives who enjoyed his affable good nature, his generosity, and until his last illness, his ready smile and warm handshake.
Len Seaholm was enthralled by natural beauty, especially the beauty of flowers. He was also ever aware of those less fortunate then himself. Thus, in lieu of flowers, his family requests that any memorial donations be made to his favorite charity, the Salvation Army.
A graveside memorial service and interment of his ashes will be held at Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake, Texas, on Saturday, April 20, 1996, 3:00 p.m., the Reverend Deborah Dodson Parsons officiating.
The family will be at the Sportsman’s Motel banquet room following the service.
Eagle Lake Headlight, April 18, 1996
Submitted by Joyce Stancik
Seaholm, Lula J. (Werlla)
Final Rites Held Thursday For Mrs. Lula Seaholm
Last rites were held here last Thursday, November 9th at 2:00 p.m. for Mrs. Lula J. Seaholm who passed away last Wednesday, November 8th at 9 a.m. in the Memorial Hospital in Houston.
The Rev. Boyd Harris, pastor of Colly Memorial Methodist Church officiated at the services. Miss Marion Wozencraft played favorite hymns on the organ, "God Will Take Care of You" arid "Nearer My God to Thee", and' accompanied Mrs. Boyd Harris and - Mrs. C. H. Matthews who sang as a duet, "In the Garden” and "Near to the Heart of God.”
Interment was in the Lakeside Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Clyde Nispel, J. R. Thomas, Alvin Wiese, H. E. Tate. John Clipson and Louis Muzny. Mill-Bauer Funeral Home was In charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Seaholm was born on Oct. 22nd, 1888 In Millheim, Texas to Karl Werlla and Julia Schneider Werlla. She lived for most of her life in Eagle Lake. She was married May 13th, 1911 to Timothy I. Tilson, and on Nov. 6th, 1940 was united in marriage with G. A. Seaholm of this city.
Surviving are her husband; two daughters, Mrs. Virginia Katherine Snelling of Eagle Lake and Mrs. Gloria Anna Powell of Houston; two step sons, Gardner Seaholm of Eagle Lake and Leonard Seaholm of Dallas; twin sisters, Mrs. Louis Hintz and Mrs. S. C. Stafford, both of this city; two brothers, Julius Werlla of Houston and Phillip Werlla of New Orleans, La. Also surviving are 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
She was an active member of the Methodist Church; a member of the Eagle Lake chapter of the Order of Eastern Star, and active in home demonstration club work until her illness.
Friends join in extending deepest sympathy to the family of this loved one.
Eagle Lake Headlight, November 16, 1961
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
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Seaholm, Mabel Theresa (Seaholm) Cook
Mabel Theresa Seaholm
June 12, 1898 - March 23,1989
Mabel Theresa Seaholm, 90, died in her home in Austin on Thursday, March 23. She was born June 12, 1898, the daughter of Axel and Selma Anderson Seaholm near Chesterville in Colorado County. After the family moved to Eagle Lake, she attended school at the Eagle Lake High School. On December 24, 1922, she was married to William Holmes Cook in the Axel Seaholm home. They lived in Lissie, Iago and later in Houston. To this union were born six children. After the death of Will Cook in 1941, she married Arthur William Seaholm, In 1962 in Austin He died in 1972. An accomplished pianist and organist. Mabel shared her talents with churches, clubs and nursing homes in Houston, Eagle Lake and Austin.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her four brothers, Gus, Carl. Ernest and Helmer, all of Eagle Lake; her sisters, Allie Katharine Simmons, also of Eagle Lake, and Blanche Sophia Foster of Orange. One daughter, Mabel Willete Combs, and granddaughter, Denyse Michelle Combs, also preceded her in death.
Survivors include sons, William Carden Cook of Houston, Melvin Seaholm Cook of Tucson, Arizona and Harry Robert Cook of Austin; daughters. Mrs. Doris Marie Schifler of Livomo, Italy and Mrs. Zelda Janette Burden of Ft. Worth, and ten grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, and numerous nephews and nieces.
Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 25 at the Hyltin-Manor Funeral Chapel in Austin with Les Wheeler officiating. Graveside services were held at 4:30 p.m. at the Masonic Cemetery in Eagle Lake. Local arrangements were under the direction of Du!any Funeral Home.
Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.
Eagle Lake Headlight, March 30, 1989
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Mary (Sullivan)
MRS. SEAHOLM DIED MONDAY AT HOME HERE
Following a long and painful illness, Mrs. Carl Seaholm died at the family home in this city at half past 4 o'clock on last Monday afternoon. For a long time Mrs. Seaholm has been in ill health, and only recently underwent a surgical operation at one of the hospitals in Galveston, in the hope that her failing health might be restored. She was able to be about for a short while after her return from the hospital, but grew weaker and weaker, and for several weeks past her death had not been unexpected.
Mrs. Seaholm, who before marriage was Miss Mary Sullivan, was 31 years of age and with the exception of a few years spent in Nebraska, she spent practically her whole life in this community. Her father, Mr. Richard Sullivan, died in 1906 of injuries received in an accident on the railroad, following which she and her mother moved to Nebraska to make their home with their brother and son, Mr. F. W. Wagner, now of this community. Later they and Mr. Wagner moved back to this community.
She was married In 1911 to Mr. Carl Seaholm, who survives her. She also leaves to mourn her passing her mother, Mrs. Louise Sullivan and two half brothers, Messrs. F. W. and A. L. Wagner.
Mrs. Seaholm was a splendid, good woman, always happy and joyful, one it was a pleasure to be around for she scattered sunshine wherever she went. ‘Tis sad Indeed to think of this lovely young woman cut down in the bloom of youth, the glory of strength and the promise of usefulness.
For many long weeks the husband and close friends and relatives have watched desides[sic] their suffering loved one, and in weariness of body and agony of soul they now sit beside their loved bier. To these stricken ones, and others closely bound by the ties of kinship and love, our people pour out their hearts in sympathy. [Interment in Eagle Lake Masonic Cemetery]
Eagle Lake Headlight, June 3, 1922
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Nancy (Juul)
Services For Mrs. Gardner Seaholm Thurs.
Hearts of citizens of the community are filled with sadness this week upon the death of Mrs. Gardner A. (Nancy Juul) Seaholm who closed her eyes to a peaceful rest, after more than six years of illness, at the Eagle Lake Community Hospital at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 11th. Mrs. Seaholm, despite her years of suffering, never once complained of her illness and she always had a friendly smile and a willingness to do what she could to make the lives of her family and friends bright and happy.
During her lifetime she was active in so many community activities and always worked with a zeal that made others strive to greater accomplishments. Among these, she was a past president and member of the Eagle Lake Girl Scout Neighborhood and was a Girl Scout leader; a past president of the Eagle Lake Parent Teachers Association; of the Woman's Society of Christian Service of the United Methodist Church; and the Eagle Lake Garden Club.
She held the office of Worthy Matron of the Eagle Lake Order of the Eastern Star, Chapter No. 483, Eagle Lake, on three occasions and filled many other offices in the local chapter. She was a Past State Deputy Grand Matron, a Grand Page and a member of the Grand Choir. Other Grand appointments in the Order of the Eastern Star were: member of the bulletin committee; co-chairman of the District 4 Path Finders Committee.
Nancy served for many years as a Sunday School teacher and was Education Bible School teacher in the Colly Memorial United Methodist Church where she was a faithful member for many years.
She was born as the second daughter of Einer and Henrietta Juul on Nov. 17th, 1928 in Austin. Upon graduating from Austin High School and attending Texas State College for Women in Denton, she was united in marriage with God's blessings to Gardner Axel Seaholm, the second son of Gus A. Seaholm, in Austin, Texas, on September 8. 1947. The Lord richly blessed this couple by placing in their care and responsibility four children.
She is survived by her devoted husband who was at her side during so many of the trying days of her illness; her four children, Mrs. Elizabeth Ann Seaholm Reynolds and husband, Bill; three sons, Gus Einer Seaholm and wife Shirley, John Leonard Seaholm and wife Shelli, and Gardner A. (Bud) Seaholm, Jr. Also surviving are her beloved parents; one sister, Betty Juul Moon and a brother Einer C. Juul, all of Austin; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Leonard H. and Ruth Thomas Seaholm of Dallas; three grandchildren, Kari Seaholm, Billy E. and Gardner Allen Reynolds, all of this city; four nieces, Meg Seaholm of Dallas and Nancy Lynn Haley, Debra and Melody Moon of Austin; three nephews, Dewitt and Craig Juul of Austin and Per Seaholm of Dallas; and other relatives and many, many friends.
Last Rites 2 p.m. Thurs.
Last rites for Mrs. Seaholm will be held front the United Methodist Church at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, January 13th. The pastor, the Rev. David E. Edgar, will officiate at the services and Mrs. Laurena Matthews will render favorite hymns at the organ. Her body will be placed to final rest in the Masonic Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be: Jack Rhoades, Frank Pidgeon.a a.d.d.d.[sic]
The family, at the request of the deceased, named as honorary pallbearers, Dr. J. R. Laughlin, Dr. Raymond Thomas, Dr. Richard Martin, S. S. Sinclair, Dexter Anderson, and Sam Davidson.
The body will lie in state until just prior to the services at the chapel of Mill-Bauer Funeral Home which is in charge of the arrangements.
Also, at the request of the deceased, the family asks that in lieu of usual remembrances that donations or memorials be made to the M. D. Anderson Turner Institute in Houston or to The United Methodist Church in Eagle Lake.
Nancy lived life so fully during her short journey in this life. Her kindnesses and her love for those around her, both family and friends, shall be a cherished memory to one and all, always.
Friends join in extending deepest sympathy to the family in the loss of this loved
Eagle Lake Headlight, January 20, 1977
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Per
Per Seaholm, memorial service
A memorial service for Per Seaholm, who died February 23, 1994, is to be held Saturday, May 21, at 2 p.m. at Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake.
Seaholm, 41, was born April 17, 1952. He was the son of Len and Ruth Seaholm, formerly of Eagle Lake, now residing in Dallas.
Arrangements for the service are under the direction of Dulany Funeral Home of Eagle Lake.
Eagle Lake Headlight, May 19, 1994
In Memoriam
Per Seaholm, 41 years of age, beloved son of Ruth (nee Thomas) and Leonard Seaholm, both of Eagle Lake, Texas, died at his home in Santa Cruz, California, on February 23, 1994. His sister, Megan Seaholm of Austin,was with him when he died, and he spoke with his parents the day before his death.
Born April 17, 1952, in Athens, Texas, Per Seaholm, grandson of Gustav Axel Seaholm and named for his grandfather’s Swedish grandfather, grew up in Dallas, Texas, He graduated from Bryan Adams High School where he played percussion in the band and distinguished himself as a member of the school’s debate team.
He received his B. A., with honors, from Austin College in Sherman, Texas, in 1975. In 1978, he received the Master of Arts degree from the University of Texas at Austin and remained in Austin to teach at the Intensive English Institute and with the Austin Independent School District.
He relocated to Redlands, California, in 1981 where he accepted a position teaching English as a second language at Redlands University. He later lived near San Jose, California, and then in Santa Cruz, working for Rolm Industries and IBM as a technical writer.
Per Seaholm was an outdoorsman and world traveler. He loved hiking and backpacking and traveled extensively throughout the American West. His great appreciation for the natural beauty of this diverse region was reflected in his work as an amateur nature photographer. His photographic studies of redwood forests, the Grand Tetons, and migrating monarch butterflies, for example, delighted his friends and family
Other travels took him to Peru, Mexico, and western Europe where he worked for several months in Germany. In 1992, despite failing health, he spent several weeks in Sweden and Norway visiting his nearest Sjoholm (Seaholm) relatives.
Per was a devoted son and brother, and he adored his niece Ellen Seaholm Cantrell. His many friends remember his love of music, his zany sense of humor, and his generosity.
A memorial service was held in Dallas in March 1994. His college friend, Reverend Deborah Dodson Parsons, officiated at the interment ceremony at Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake, also in March 1994.
His travels though this world ended, it seems, all too early, but his family treasures his determination to celebrate life and the grace with which he departed. We honor his memory on this anniversary of his death.
Ruth Thomas Seaholm and Megan Seaholm
Eagle Lake Headlight,
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Ruth (Thomas)
Ruth Thomas Seaholm
April 15, 1920 – June 2, 1998
Ruth Thomas Seaholm, wife, mother, allied health care professional, writer and storyteller, died at 3 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, in Austin. Having struggled with emphysema for several years, she died of respiratory failure.
She is survived by two brothers, Dr. Raymond Thomas and wife, Elfe, and Ralph “Rusty” Thomas and wife, Kay, of Eagle Lake; daughter, Megan Seaholm of Austin; son-in-law, Creg Cantrell of Austin; granddaughter, Ellen Seaholm Cantrell of Austin; brothers-in-law, Martin Hale of Kerrville and Gardner Seaholm and wife, Pat, of Eagle Lake; host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones.
She was preceded in death by her lifelong friend and adoring spouse of 47 years, Leonard Howard Seaholm; her beloved son, Per Seaholm; mother, Clara Belle Causey Thomas; father, Mose Thomas; brother, Harold Thomas; and sister, Alice Mae Thomas Hale.
Ruth Thomas Seaholm was born near Lissie April 15, 1920.
Her family later moved to “town”, Eagle Lake, where she graduated from high school in 1937.
After two years of study at the University of Texas at Austin, she moved to Galveston, and was trained in medical technology at the UT Medical Branch by the noted biochemist Dr. Meyer Bodansky.
Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists, Seaholm worked for over 50 years as a medical technologist.
On June 26, 1948, Ruth Thomas married Leonard Howard Seaholm. The couple lived for a few years in New Orleans and in Athens, Texas, before settling in Dallas where they raised their two children.
Ruth was especially appreciated by her friends for her marvelous gift of storytelling. She routinely regaled guests and co-workers with tales of growing up in a rural community in the 20s and 30s.
After her retirement, she committed her many tales to paper. She wrote dozens of vignettes, several poems and short-stories and one novel.
After her son and husband died in 1994 and 1995, respectively, Ruth Seaholm’s already precarious health declined; and she moved to Austin to live with her daughter, son-in-law and granddaughter.
Though she enjoyed her new family, she never stopped missing her partner of so many years and never ceased to grieve her son’s untimely death.
Her last years were difficult ones, but she met them as gamely as she could, much buoyed by the love and support of her family in Austin and Eagle Lake.
This much loved and loving woman now breathes easily, with the peace that passes all understanding. So many will miss her, but none will begrudge her rest.
Memorial services were held at 10 a.m., Friday, June 5, from the Chapel of Dulany Funeral Home in Eagle Lake with the Rev. Russell Minter, Rector of Christ Episcopal Church of Eagle Lake officiating.
Dr. Raymond Thomas delivered a personal eulogy.
Vicki Powers served as soloist and Carol Joyce Ripper, organist.
Following cremation, interment followed in Lakeside Cemetery in Eagle Lake.
The family requests memorials be made to the Salvation Army or the American Lung Association.
Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.
Eagle Lake Headlight, June 11, 1998
Submitted by Joyce Stancik
Seaholm, Selma Justina(Anderson)
Last Rites Held Sun. For Mrs. Seaholm
Eagle lake citizens learned with great sadness of the death of Mrs. Axel Seaholm, a former resident of this community for many years, but for the past three and one half years a resident of Austin.
Mrs. Seaholm lived to the age of ninety-four years and six months and was one of the area's oldest pioneer residents.
She was born Selma Anderson in Sweden on August 20, 1876 and came to the United States at the age of twelve in 1888. She went to Austin to live with a sister. On January 1st, 1896 she was united in marriage with Axel Seaholm and became a loving mother to four stepsons. The family came to Colorado County and settled three miles north of Eagle Lake where they resided for five years. In 1902 the family moved to Chesterville where they resided for five years before coming to Eagle Lake.
Mr. and Mrs. Axel Seaholm were blessed with the birth of three daughters into their family, all of whom survive, along with one of her four stepsons.
In 1967 Mrs. Seaholm moved to Austin and entered a nursing home on August 1st of that year. Until six months ago she was ver active and enjoyed life each and every day. On December 9th she suffered a heaart attack but her mind continued alert and althouhg she was bedridden she continued to be alert and enjoyed visiting with her family and friends.
She closed her eyes in final rest at 8:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26th in the Austin rest home.
Her body was brought to Eagle Lake and laid in state at Mill-Bauer Funeral Home until services were conducted in the chapel of the funeral home at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28th, 1971. The Rev. E. E. Mulliner, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, conducted the services. Burial was in the Masonic Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Lloyd Spalinger, Earl Rodgers, Carl Seaholm, Jr., Gardner Seaholm, Bill Blair, and R. P. Wilcox.
Surviving are her step-son, A. H. Seaholm of Eagle Lake; three daughters, Mrs. R. S. Simmons of Eagle Lake; Mrs. M. G. Foster of Orange; and Mrs. A. W. Seaholm of Austin; and fifteen grandchildren, thirty-two great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren; a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.
Her husband and three step-sons, Ernest, Gus, and Carl, Sr., were among relatives who preceded her in death.
She was a member of the Presbyterian Church and was active in the church. She bestowed her love and affectioin on all who came to know her and she shall be missed dearly by her loved ones and friends.
Eagle Lake Headlight, March 1971
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
Seaholm, Susie Lois (Payne)
Susie Lois Seaholm
September 5, 1898—December 8, 1989
Mrs. Susie Lois Seaholm, 91, of Eagle Lake, passed away Friday, December 8 at 7:05 p.m. at the Eagle Lake Community Hospital following a lengthy illness. A native and lifelong resident of Colorado County, she was born on September 5, 1898 in Oakland, a daughter of Gray and Elizabeth Alberta Taylor Payne. She and Ernest E. Seaholm were united in marriage December 30, 1917 in Eagle Lake at the home of A. H. “Pappy” and Frankie Seaholm. A loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Mrs. Seaholm will always be remembered for the lifetime of dedication to her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ernest, in 1965; a daughter, Mrs. Annette Rodgers; a sister, Mary Elizabeth Payne; a brother, Lee Oscar Payne.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Louise Spalinger and husband, Lloyd, and Ernest Mae Seaholm, all of Eagle Lake; three grandsons, Don Spalinger of California and Larry and Ernie Rodgers, both of Eagle Lake, three great grandchildren, Justin and Kurt Rodgers and Vanessa Annette Rodgers, all of Eagle Lake; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and loved ones, and another son-in-law, Earl Rodgers Jr. of Eagle Lake.
Funeral services were held 2 p.m. Sunday, December 10 from the Dulany Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Charles Miller, pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Eagle Lake, officiating. Burial followed at Masonic Cemetery in Eagle Lake.
Pallbearers were Carl Seaholm Jr., Gardner Seaholm Sr., Steve Taylor, Bobby Payne, Gene Payne and Bill Blair.
Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.
Eagle Lake Headlight 14 December 1989
Submitted by Ernest Mae Seaholm
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