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Edward Earl "Buck" Seitz

Edward Earl "Buck" Seitz obituary

Edward Seitz Obituary

Edward Earl "Buck" Seitz -- Age 98 of Colorado Springs, Colorado, entered heaven on February 25, 2017. Beloved father of Susan P. Seitz Jones (Ed) of Colorado Springs, Buck was born September 5, 1918 in Roberts County, Texas. He was preceded in death by his son, Edward Earl Seitz, Jr., born prematurely; his father, Joseph Edgar Seitz; his mother, Gertrude Evans Seitz; his brothers, John Jones Seitz, and William Worth Seitz; and his wives, June Rose Hodge Seitz and Ava Nell Allen DeWalt Seitz.

He was a combat infantryman in the 36th Texas Division, which was the first American combat division to land on the continent of Europe. He fought in Italy, France and Germany. Among his medals, were the bronze star and Knight of the Légion d'honneur from the French Government.

He married June Rose Hodge November 17, 1946 in Pampa, Texas. They moved to Fort Collins, Colorado 1954. June died March 13, 1987. On January 5, 1991 Buck married Ava Nell Allen De Walt. She died September15, 2010 in Ft. Collins, Colorado.

In 2012, at age 93 he moved to Colorado Springs to be close to many of those he loved. A great sports fan, he closely followed the Bronco and Rockies.

In addition to Susan and Ed Jones, he is survived by their children, Carrie, Suzette Megyeri (Kevin) and Rich. Stepsons Gary DeWalt (Theresa) of Spokane, Washington and Mike DeWalt (Carol) of Laguna Niguel, California; seven grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren; and sixteen great-great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 2:00 p.m. March 11 at Liberty Heights, 12105 Ambassador Drive.



Buck, an astute businessman, was the patriarch of a very-large extended family. He was surrounded by loving family members at the time of his passing. He will long be remembered as a gentle giant who was admired by all.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The Gideon's International, Compassus Hospice in Colorado Springs or charity of your choice.

A special thanks to Liberty Heights for all the love and care they have given my Dad, especially the Assisted Living Ladies.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Mar. 8, 2017.

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FLOYD WILKERSON

March 2, 2021

Buck was a dear friend and fellow resident at Liberty Heights. We shared breakfast most mornings from 2013 until he moved to assisted living.
He was a man of unquestioned integrity and of faith in Jesus Christ.
I miss his company and look forward to seeing him again in heaven.

Ken and Linda Olson

March 27, 2017

Buck was such a dear friend to us over the years! We had the privilege of being in the same church as he and Ava were in Fort Collins. We had many happy times together both in our homes and monthly at the Birthday celebrations we had with several friends. Buck was the epitome of a gentleman and endeared himself to us all. He was always concerned for others and was a joy to all. I (Ken) thoroughly enjoyed the Gideon Distribution Days when he and I would visit college campuses giving students the New Testaments. In the recent past years he was faithful to call us and we were always uplifted by his loving words! Heaven is even sweeter now that he is there.... and we look forward to reunion with him someday because of our faith in Christ!

Terri Brady

March 14, 2017

I always felt like a surrogate grandchild of Uncle Buck, but maybe that is because he made everybody feel that special! I am blessed that he married my mother's sister (June, whom we called "Doodle"), and the loss of her thirty years ago did not sever ties, but brought us even closer in that bond of grief.
Jesus said, "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." (John 15:13) I feel like Buck lived his life with that "greater love" whether it was laying down a past in order to give others a different future, laying down his personal feelings or conveniences to serve others, or actually laying down his life as in WWII; greater love has no man than Buck.
He taught me generosity (in giving when it was unnecessary), true love (in loving even when it hurt) and perseverance (in making tough phone calls and leading- when leadership was needed most.)
May he rest in the peace that passes understanding there in heaven with his Savior.
He will be missed...until we meet again!
Love,
"Catfish" and the Brady Bunch

Terri Brady

March 13, 2017

I always felt like a surrogate grandchild of Uncle Buck! But maybe that is because he made everybody feel like a favorite! I am blessed that he married my mother's sister, and the loss of her didn't sever ties, but brought us even closer in that bond of grief.
Jesus said, "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." (John 15:13) I feel like Buck lived his life with that "greater love" whether it was laying down a past in order to give a different future to others, laying down his personal feelings or conveniences to serve others, or actually laying down his life as in WWII. Greater love has no man than Buck.
He taught me generosity, (in giving when it was unnecessary), true love (in loving even when it hurt) and perseverance (in making tough phone calls and leading- when leadership was needed most.)
May he rest in the peace that passes understanding there in heaven.
He will be missed...until we meet again!
Love "Catfish" and the "Brady Bunch"

Mike & Carol DeWalt

March 13, 2017

Buck was our stepfather/stepfather-in-law for over 25 years. Words cannot adequately describe this kind, generous and gentle man. He loved his entire family beyond measure, especially his daughter Susan. Our lives were blessed for having loved and spent time with this amazing man and we will cherish the memories of cruises, holidays, and other special times together. We will always love and miss you, Buck. Mike & Carol

March 13, 2017

We sure will miss our Grandpa Buck! All the great times in Fort Collins and Colorado Springs. Many thanks to all who attended his Memorial service. He was a man loved by many!
Kevin, Suzette, Kate, Jade, Shane, Saige, Trae and Eva
The Megyeri Family

Vickey and Bob Meeker

March 9, 2017

It was an honor to know Buck and share celebrations and different occasions with him at Sue and Ed's, as well as Liberty Heights. Sue, your loving efforts were to keep him comfortable throughout his life and you were successful. The father daughter relationship that you shared was so caring and mutual and a joy to observe. Rest in Peace, Buck.

FLOYD WILKERSON

March 8, 2017

It was my privilege to know Buck during our years together at Liberty Heights Retirement Center. He was a humble man in spite of his many accomplishments. The term "gentle giant" is very apropos. We often shared our common love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and I know that Buck is rejoicing in heaven.
He was blessed with a wonderful family and spoke of them all frequently. I was especially impressed by the love and care he received from Susan and Ed.
He will be greatly missed!

Patricia Vreeland

March 8, 2017

My great-grandmother Martha Alice Seitz Davis was Buck's aunt. May the thoughts of others help during this time.

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