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Robert Sealey Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - Robert L. Sealey died April 3, 2017 at home. He was a native of Newport News for 74 years and worked as a machinist at Newport News Shipyard for 56 years. Robert is preceded in death by his father, Mallory M. Sealey, Jr.; brother, Mallory M. Sealey, III; and son, Wayne Sealey. He is survived by his mother, Vernell K. Sealey; and brother, Bradley S. Sealey (Janean M. Sealey). There will be a graveside service Monday, April 10, 3:00 p.m. at Peninsula Memorial Park. Arrangements are in the care of Peninsula Funeral Home.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 6 to Apr. 9, 2017.

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Michael R Guthrie

March 31, 2026

Another year pasted and can still see my buddy like it was yesterday, But I know that Bob is in Heaven and looking down on use .

Michael Guthrie

July 18, 2025

You never really know how much you will miss your family and friends until they are no longer in your life, and Big Bob was one of those great friends I miss those years in the shipyard seeing him running his machine, one hell of a machinist. Until we meet again my friend

Michael Guthrie

March 31, 2024

One of the nicer guy you would ever know and a true friend who is truly missed, Big Bob Sealey,Rest in peace my friend

Michael Guthrie

March 31, 2023

My Buddy Big Bob Sealey one of the Shipyards finest Machinist,and one great guy,we miss you Buddy but we know you are a great place With the Lord and other love ones ,We miss you my Friend.

Michael Guthrie

March 31, 2021

Damn Bob I cannot believe how time has gone by since we lost you to the Lord, I know that all your friends and family are missing you I know I do all the talks we had talk about what your puppies would eat and Michelle and your Son ,at least they are with you now,God bless you buddy and hopefully we might meet up again someday

Mike Guthrie

May 22, 2017

I would like to add a little bit more about Robert, he was a one of a kind man that would help a person in need In a minute ,which he did at work for a lot of his coworkers, He had a big heart if you knew him,I my self like others will miss you Robert and our talks and laughter together,It want be the same with out you in your chair everyday,Again God Bless you and your family My Friend

Dave Evans

April 12, 2017

Scott and Janean,

Sorry to hear about your brother.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

William Johnston

April 10, 2017

Bob is a great machinist an Man he will be missed

Ronnie Williams

April 10, 2017

Bob will be miss by all who knew him a very nice and kind friend

Betsy Ross-Edison

April 10, 2017

To the Family of Robert Sealey,
As a Warwick High graduate from way back when, Class of 1962, I wish to express my condolences to you in the passing of Robert. Our colleague from Warwick High days, Doug Gregory, keeps us all connected by email. Going to Warwick High was a strong bonding experience for us all, and made us into one big lasting family who cares about each other.
And so, to care for you his Family, please accept the sincere sympathy of all of us in this time of sorrow - remember whenever you light a candle for Robert, his presence will be there.
Sincerely,
Betsy Ross-Edison
Class of '62

Sylvia Ray

April 10, 2017

Sending prayers to Aunt Vernell, Scott and Janeen. Bob was a gentle giant, a kind and good man. We had so much fun growing up together. He will be missed. May your wonderful memories of the love and good times that you shared with Bob give you comfort in this difficult time. May God bless and keep and comfort you.

Ronnie Williams Sr.

April 9, 2017

My the Lord keep Bob family at the passing of my friend BOB. BOB you will be miss by me. You was a graet man and friend Rip in Pease my friend

KELLEY

April 8, 2017

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOUR FAMILY A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17

Teresa Watts

April 7, 2017

Rest In Peace Bob from Dickie Kirby's daughters.

Michael Guthrie

April 6, 2017

I will miss you Robert or as I referred to you as Big Bob Sealey, One great friend and heck of a Machinist. May God Bless you and your family. You will be with use forever my friend,

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Apr

10

Graveside service

3:00 p.m.

Peninsula Memorial Park

VA

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11144 Warwick Boulevard, Newport News, VA 23601

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