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Roy N. Seyller
(06-15-1928 - 01-02-2021)

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Roy N. Seyller, 92, of Elgin, passed away on Saturday, January 2, 2021 at Amita St. Joseph Hospital, Elgin. He was born on June 15, 1928 in Burlington the son of Henry A. & Mary (Nelson) Seyller. Roy attended Burlington High School and Coe College in Cedar Rapids, IA and served in the US Army during the Korean War. He was employed for 28 years for E. M. Melahn Construction Co before retiring in 1989. Roy was a long time member of Wesley United Methodist Church, serving as the Treasurer and Financial Secretary for many years. Roy will be remembered for his quick wit, big smile and hardy laugh. He enjoyed life, reading and traveling. A lifelong White Sox fan and lover of all sports, he was the “Go to” person for trivia of any kind.

He is survived by his loving wife Linda (Ludwig) Seyller, to whom he was married to on June 22, 1963; many loving nieces, nephews and good friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Eldy, Tom, Ralph, Claire, Dorothy Dalby and Alice Scuffham.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. If desired, memorials may be given to the charity of one’s choice. Laird Funeral Home, Elgin is assisting the family. 847-741-8800 or www.lairdfamilyifuneralservices.com.