Norma Jean Seay Obituary in Martinsville at Hairston Funeral Home

Obituary For Norma Jean Seay

On Tuesday, March 28, 2023, Norma Jean Watkins Seay, 83 of Terry’s Mountain Rd., transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life. She was born January 8, 1940, in Virginia to the late John Kitt Watkins, and the late Hattie Martin Watkins.

In addition to her parents, Norma was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Seay, Sr.; one son, Harry Seay, Jr.; four sisters, Doris W. Gravely, Nannie Watkins, Marie Gravely, and Gladys Moore; and three brothers, Harold L. Watkins, Johnnie Watkins, and Raymond Watkins.

Norma was a member of Moral Hill Missionary Baptist Church where she served as a member of the Culinary Committee and was a member of the Choir. She was also a member of the Community Birthday Club. Norma retired from E.I. Dupont after many years of service, and she was a graduate of George Washington Carver High School.

Those left to cherish her memory include one daughter, Martee McCatty of Chesterfield, VA; daughter-in-law, Marcie Seay of Martinsville, VA; three grandsons, Gemal Seay of Martinsville, VA, Langston D. McCatty of Baltimore, MD, and Landon B. McCatty of Chesterfield, VA; two sisters, Lucille Roher, and Larneal Reynolds both of Martinsville, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

A visitation service will be held on Monday, April 3, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 12 noon at Moral Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 50 Moral Hill Dr., Axton, VA, with Pastor Matthew Brown, Eulogist. Burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, 1310 Carver Rd., Martinsville. A public viewing will be held on Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Other times, the family will be receiving friends at the home, 1925 Terry’s Mountain Rd., Martinsville.

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Arrangements are entrusted to Hairston Funeral Home.

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STEPHANIE RENEE HUNTER BROWN sent Enduring Spirit Pothos Basket for Norma Jean Seay - March 29, 2023

Martee, Marcie, Gemal, Langston & Landon,
We send our heartfelt condolences! Aunt Jean will be truly missed!
Cousins Stephanie and Kelvin

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We are sorry to hear of your Loss, May God's Peace Surround and Comfort you in your Season of Grief. The Life Society, Hazel W. Spencer, President.

May PEACE be with you. --- Imogene and Isadore Draper

My sincere condolences are being extended to the entire family of Jean Seay.I was saddened to hear of her passing. Jean was a very quiet and sweet person. I always admired the way she dressed. She will truly be missed. Family, take courage in knowing that your love one is now Resting in Jesus. Be abundantly blessed 🙌... 🙌
With love, Norma J Gravely and Lillie G Wilson

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Praying for all. Love n God bless💕🙏💕Renee Gilbert

I absolutely loved and adored this sweet lady. Many prayers of comfort to the Seay-Watkins family- E.S. Millner

My deepest condolences and prayers. I thank God for blessing me with the opportunity to share with you all. Jamessa Hylton Clark

Our Condolences and Prayers For The Family, May God Give You Strength now and Days To Come May Her Sweet memories Remain in Your Hearts.

To the family of Norma Jean Seay. Sympathy, Blessings and much Love throughout this time of sorrow. Cherish the memories and share them. Memories are forever. Marguerite W. Wilson and Tim Witcher

Martee and the entire Seay family, we are deeply saddened to hear of Jean's passing. May God comfort you during this time. Willie Mae and Peter Harris

My condolences to you all through this time my prayers are with you. Stacey Watkins

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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