John Henry Seitz, Jr., 79, of Morganton, NC, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2025.
Born in Burke County, NC on October 24, 1946, he was the son of the late John Henry Seitz, Sr. and Ann Dale Seitz.
John was a US Army veteran of the Vietnam War and member of Zion Memorial United Methodist Church. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, a huge Tarheel fan, and a tenacious card player. John was a loving and devoted husband, father, and pawpaw.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 58 years, Lynne Tolbert Seitz; daughter, Kara Harrison; grandchildren, Heather C. Everhardt (Austin), Will Copeland, and Kirsten Harrison (Haden); and sisters, Maxine Propst (Jerry) and Margaret Seitz.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Melissa S. Copeland.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m., Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Zion Memorial United Methodist Church. The funeral will be held at 3 p.m. in the church with Rev. Allen Boliek officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with military honors provided by the NC National Guard.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Dear Lynne and family, I just read about Henry’s passing. I will always remember his sweet personality.and sly sense of humor. I know you will miss him and I will too. Our next reunion may have to be on the other side… Scott Cutting
Prayers for your family. He was a wonderful man. I always enjoyed seeing him at the hunting club. ❤️🙏
Lynne, so very sorry for your loss.
Dear Lynne, so sorry to have to read this. I’m sure you are going miss John, he was a good person. Haven’t seen you guys in a few years but often thought of you both. My thoughts will be for you in the days to come to have comfort and that John is resting in peace
My deepest condolences to all of the family, I worked with him at Western Youth he was a good man, friendly to everyone! Yall are in my thoughts and prayers in this time.
Lynn so sorry to hear of Henry’s passing , you and the family are in my prayers.
Worked with Mr. Seitz at WYI. His family are in my thoughts and prayers.
John was a great and funny guy. It was a pleasure to work with him at WYI. Prayers for the family.
Condolences to the family. John was a fine person and will be missed.