Clara Janetta Seward's Obituary
Clara Janetta Seward, age 88, of Oblong, IL passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025 at Ridgeview Health and Rehab, Oblong, IL. She was born June 20, 1936 in Olney, IL, the daughter of John Edward Breese and Opal May (O 'Dell) Breese. On June 21, 1980 she married Philip "Stanley" Seward in Casey, IL.
Survivors include her loving husband of forty-four years, Stanley Seward of Oblong, IL; brother, Thomas Joe Breese and wife Sandra of Marshall, IL; sister, Carolyn Faye Staley of Casey, IL; and several nephews, nieces, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Wanda May Breese; brother-in-law, Charles Staley; and sister-in-law, Ethel Breese.
Janetta was a 1954 graduate of Joliet High School. Early on, she attended school in Casey making lasting friendships and connections to the community. Janetta was a retired bookkeeper for Hutton 's Parts and Service, Casey, IL. She also had previously worked at Ridgeview Care Center, Oblong, IL. Janetta was a faithful member of the First Christian Church, Oblong, IL.
Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at Casey Cumberland Cemetery, Casey, IL with Pastor Dee Wolfe officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to First Christian Church, 206 N. Range St., Oblong, IL 62449.
To view the full obituary, send a condolence message, light a candle, or post photos, please visit www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Markwell Funeral Home of Casey, IL is in charge of the arrangements.
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