Paul Ray Seay was born in Saint Augustine, Florida, on November 10, 1950, to Katheryn Estelle Stevenson and John Williams Seay, Sr. He was raised in Gainesville, Florida, and graduated from Gainesville High School in 1969.
He married Margaret LeAnn Easom on June 25, 1969. Paul was employed at Ward's Supermarket for 21 years, starting as a meat cutter and advancing to meat market manager. He later moved to
Melrose, where he worked at Williamson's Food Store for 40 years as the meat market manager. During his time at Williamson's, he also owned and operated Paul's Custom Cutting.
Paul and LeAnn had four children together: Billy Seay (Glennice), Jason Seay (Kelly), Justin Seay (Stephanie), and Katie Gibbs (Josh). They were blessed with thirteen grandchildren and eight great- grandchildren.
He leaves behind two brothers and one sister: Major Seay, Sr. (Michelle), Johnny Seay, Jr., and Linda Johnson. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews.
Paul was a beloved member of the local community and served as Grand Marshal of the Melrose Christmas Parade for two consecutive years. He never met a stranger and leaves behind countless wonderful friends.
Paul was a wonderful husband, father, and friend. He often said that he was not a rich man by material value, but that he was blessed with the riches of a wonderful family and many dear friends.
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