As a student at Fridley High in the mid 60's, I witnessed a teacher and a coach who could take a mediocre situation, and bring it to a higher level. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Survived by loving wife: Marilyn, sons: Mike (Jan), Jon (Cathy) and Jeff (Colleen), grandchildren: Chris (Amy), Jayme (Jason), Tony (Megan), Tami and Kyle, three great-grandchildren twins: Everly and Brittyn and Deklan, and brother: Bob (Ardith). Jerry was also a board member for the Unity Mercy Hospitals Foundation. He graduated from Coventry High School '70. He also allowed me to interview him for a paper I wrote in college. He was a retired School Teacher and Administrator for the Fridley School District from 1965 to 1991. Later, while attending Winona State University in Winona, Minn., he played quarterback for three years and played basketball for two years before graduating in 1957 with a degree in mathematics. That program was designed to improve communication and understanding between the two sides. Prayers to everyone who knew Jerry, and to his entire family. Jerry Seeman, age 77, died Sunday November 24th at his home in Blaine, Minnesota after a 3 year battle with cancer. If you know of an upcoming event for Jerry L. Seaman, please add one. Carl was a devoted father, uncle, brother, friend and husband of 33 years. May he rest in peace. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Joseph L. Seeman (Denville, New Jersey), born in Newark, New Jersey, who passed away on April 15, 2023. Terry Seeman Obituary RIP. He retired from YRC after 30+ years in the trucking industry. May you rely upon the God who can give comfort to all asking. Jerry Seeman attended Plainview High School in Plainview, Minn., where he was a standout athlete in football, basketball, and baseball. There is no photo or video of Jerry L. Seaman.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. He was my math and homeroom teacher at Central HS, LaCrosse, WI. Memorial services at the CHURCH Wednesday at 11 AM with visitation one hour prior. [1] It was the first time the NFL had retired an official's uniform number. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. He retired from YRC after 30+ years in the trucking industry. Prayers for the family; I know your grief. Mr. Seeman separated Raider Lyle Alzado (left) and Seahawk Ron Essink in 1983. May God watch over your family and guide you every step of the way. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. Jerry T. Seeman (March 11, 1936 November 24, 2013) was an American football official in the National Football League (NFL) from 1975 to 1990 and was the NFL's Senior Director of Officiating from 1991 to 2001, succeeding Art McNally. That program was designed to improve communication and understanding between the two sides. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Seeman worked several playoff games as a referee, but he was on the field in one of the most exciting playoff games as an alternate. www.kozlakradulovich.com "A Celebration of Life" 763-783-1100. In his 16 seasons in the NFL, Seeman was selected to officiate in 15 playoff games including two Pro Bowls, and two Super Bowls: XXIII in 1989 and XXV in 1991, and was an alternate referee for Super Bowl XIV in 1980. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. He has been a game official in the league for 12 years. Jerry T. Seeman, age 77, of Blaine. Always a big smile on his face. He graduated from Coventry High School '70. Prayers to the family. Seeman, a veteran educator, died Nov. 24 at his home in Blaine after a 3 1/2 year battle with cancer. Special thanks are extended to Allina Hospice and the doctors at Mayo Clinic and Unity Hospital for their kind and compassionate care. Seeman retired as senior director of officiating in 2001. Our thoughts are about you and your family in this time of loss. Age 74 years. I still remember Jerry talking about working in the NFL and I thought that was the coolest. Rest in peace jerry, you were the gold standard of NFL officials. After several seasons coming up short of the greatest officiating prize, the NFL assigned Seemanto Super Bowl XXIII. Malachi3:16. As inventor of the modern football kicking tee, I had a number of opportunities to interact with Mr. Seeman in his role as NFL Supervisor of Officials. I liked him because he always seemed so happy, like he loved what he was doing. Seeman attended Plainview High School in Plainview, Minnesota where he was a stand out athlete in football, basketball, and baseball. Over the next eleven years he was credited with implementing the modern-day instant replay system and officials training program. In a statement distributed by the league, commissioner Roger Goodell said, Jerry modernized and improved NFL officiating during his 10 seasons leading the department. Visitation at ST. PHILIPS LUTHERAN CHURCH 6180 Highway #65 Tuesday from 5 to 8 PM. Three years later the NFL came calling. In his first year in the NFL, Seeman worked as a line judge before moving to head linesman and eventually referee, a position he held from 1979 until the conclusion of the 1990 NFL season. My deepest sympathy to the family of Coach Seeman. Can't believe I did not know this until today, Sept. 15th, 2017. Prayers to the family. My best memories of Jerry was not as a referee (although all of us from Fridley who were very proud of him for that) but as a great teacher, the usher at St. Phillip's with the biggest smile and as a father of sons who were quality people just like him. Hello Jerry this is Amar Smith after I took a nap this afternoon then I turned to ESPN and I found out you passed away I felt so sorry for you and your son Jeff is a Line Judge and the rest of your family you were an official and I will tell you we need more sports officials like you because you did the job with class dignity in the early 1990's I got you autograph picture from Dale Williams which he was at that time in 1994 working as a head linesman and I never forget that Dale told you about Amar Smith myself that during the 1994 off season he met me before the NFL'S 75TH Season began and I want to say thanks for bringing me into The National Football League and you will be missed because you are one of the True Giants in this business you help improve officiating a lot better than ever before you will be missed RIP Jerry and I will see you in heaven. Beth was born on June 26,. I had Jerry for math all three years of high school in La Crosse. But he was larger than life when I met him. Jerry and Marilyn have three sons, five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. We have had you in our thoughts and prayers for years. Seeman used comprehensive video tape presentations to help train officials to use proper mechanics and to call the game the way the NFL wanted it called. Jerry was my algebra teacher in Whitehall, WI in the 60's. He will be greatly missed. Carl was born August 12, 1952 in Akron, Ohio. My brother Bob (class of 1968) and I got a kick out of telling friends that "the ref you see on tv was my high school teacher/coach." so sorry to hear about this man he was great but now he will be missed but he with god now. May God comfort his wife and familyrest in peace Mr. Seeman. Carl was a devoted father, uncle, brother, friend and husband of 33 years. Carl resided and raised his beautiful family in Copley. Even after Seeman retired as officiating director he worked as an NFL observer. Lydia Seeman | Obituary | Mankato Free Press Funeral services for Lydia Seeman, 100, Truman, MN formerly of Lewisville, MN will be held on Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 10:30 am at Zion Lutheran Church, Lewisville with Rev. Jerry was also a board member for the Unity Mercy Hospitals Foundation. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. 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Seemans math training came in handy as referee, Mike Seeman said He had a brilliant mathematical mind. He also helped facilitate regular offseason meetings among officials and coaches, enhance the use of video technology, and expand the grading system for game officials, according to the NFL. Jeff Seeman was informed of his father's death after the ball game. My condolences to the Jerry Seeman family and have you in my thoughts and prayers. #ada-button-frame { He was born November 14, 1932 in the Bronx, NYC to. Jim Tunney was the referee. He was the BEST, and the NFL lost a lot of integrity when he retired from officiating. Carl F. Seeman Obituary The St. Paul Pioneer Press first reported the death of Mr. Seeman, who was an NFL game official from 1975 to 1990, including 12 seasons as a lead referee. Our prayers go out to him and your entire family. Obituary: Jerry Seeman, NFL referee - startribune.com Expand the Memories and Condolences form. Jerry Seeman officiated in 15 playoff games and two Pro Bowls in addition to the two Super Bowls, the last of which in 1991, when the New York Giants beat the Buffalo Bills in Tampa was his final game on the field. The best teach I ever had! Carl F. Seeman, 69, passed away July 21, 2022 surrounded by family. display: none; Your dad had a big impact on a great number of people. Our thoughts are with you and your family. You Will Surely be Miss May God Grant Ref Seeman Family and Friends Comfort During This Time of Sorrow. I recognized this photo and remember seeing him on TV. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. His retirement from officiating in 1991 after serving as referee in Super Bowl XXV was prompted by being appointed to the Senior Director of Officiating by Commissioner Paul Tagliabue, replacing Art McNally who spent 31 seasons as an NFL official and in the front office. I grew up watching the NFL with my dad and Mr. Seeman was our favorite. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Jerry SEEMAN Obituary (2013) - Blaine, MN - Pioneer Press - Legacy.com Jon and the entire Seeman familyso sorry for your loss. He was born on December 3, 1951 in Marion, NC and was the youngest child of his family. "Each man's life touches so many other lives. According to the Pioneer Press report, Jeff Seeman commented, He was a competitor. Obituary Terrance (Terry) Patrick Seeman, 72, of rural Polk City, IA, passed away Saturday, August 22, 2020, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines. I remember sharing stories at OUR kids traveling games. After several years of blowout Super Bowls, Seeman was the referee for this instant classic. a TIES coordinator and an NFL official. We met Jerry and his wife up north at Jon and Cathy's cabin. Survived by loving wife: Marilyn, sons: Mike (Jan), Jon (Cathy) and Jeff (Colleen), grandchildren: Chris (Amy), Jayme (Jason), Tony (Megan), Tami and Kyle, three great-grandchildren twins: Everly and Brittyn and Deklan, and brother: Bob (Ardith). One of our ECSE teachers is best friends with Jan and she has talked about these darling little girls so often, and last week she brought them to our Center.

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