Seeman climbed the officiating ladder from small college football to the Big 10, where he landed a job in 1975. Malachi3:16. I am one of many people from La Crosse (WI) Central who benefited from Mr. Seeman. Our prayers go out to him and your entire family. BLAINE, Minn. -- Former NFL supervisor of officials Jerry Seeman, who worked as the chief referee in two Super Bowl s, has died after a long bout with cancer . 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). He was born November 14, 1932 in the Bronx, NYC to. I worked with Jerry for years at the Vikings. He was an excellent teacher, coach, and counselor. Though I didn't Jerry it was great and he was great man to seeing him on the gridiron following his passion. A great loss. He was 77. Seeman was the official who ruled that the Broncos recovered The Fumble, that sent John Elway and company on to Super Bowl XXII (video). Visitation at ST. PHILIP'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, 6180 Highway #65 Tuesday from 5 to 8 PM. Jerry Seaman Obituary - Gastonia, NC - Dignity Memorial He retired from YRC after 30+ years in the trucking industry. We are sad to announce that on April 8, 2023, at the age of 75, Jerry L. Seaman of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania passed away. In the 1970s and 1980s, he was finance and personnel director for Fridley public schools. Jerry handled the games with great class and dignity. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Mark Schultz is a high school football official, freelance writer and journalist. May Mr. Seeman sleep in peace. 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. Age 74 years. In 1972, he accepted a position as an official in the Big Ten Conference where he would stay until being hired by the NFL in 1975. He wrote rules exams up until last year, which is an exhaustive process, Blandino said. Pete and Donna Najarian, A great math teacher and family man, I enjoyed spending evenings with his children in the 60's. Brian Thorson. I'm very sorry for your loss. Joseph L. Seeman Obituary It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Jerry was an inspiring Math Teacher and Basketball coach at Fridley High School. Events There are no events at this time. 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. You can only imagine my surprise that we realized I used to babysit for her husband! One of the great refs of the game. 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. Seeman is survived by his wife Marilyn, and sons Jeff, Michael and Jon. a TIES coordinator and an NFL official. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. The first incarnation of instant replay in the 1980s failed after too many interruptions killed the flow of play, said Dean Blandino, the NFLs current head of officiating. My prayers are with his family. Carl F. Seeman, 69, passed away July 21, 2022 surrounded by family. 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. very saddened to hear of the passing of one of the best officials in the NFL. During his career in the NFL, Jerry officiated 15 postseason games including Super Bowls XXIII (San Francisco vs. Cincinnati) and XXV (Buffalo vs. Giants). Jerry L. Seaman Obituary We are sad to announce that on April 8, 2023, at the age of 75, Jerry L. Seaman of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania passed away. Jerry Thomas Seeman (1936-2013) - Memorial Find a Grave In a statement distributed by the league, commissioner Roger Goodell said, Jerry modernized and improved NFL officiating during his 10 seasons leading the department. Jerry was a sixteen year official for the National Football League and also served as Director of Officials for the NFL for ten years. Our thoughts are about you and your family in this time of loss. Visitation will be September 16, 2019 at Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer in Watertown, SD from 5-7 p.m. with a Celebration of Life Gathering. Many years ago, after not having seen Jerry for probably 25 years, I heard a voice on the TV in the background and it was Jerry calling an NFL game. His life inspired many people. Seeman's son, Jeff, is a line judge who worked the Denver-New England game on Sunday night. Simply the best BEST Football and Basketball Official I ever saw at any level. so sorry to hear about this man he was great but now he will be missed but he with god now. God bless you and your loved ones ~ Rest in peace. Remembering you as our coach at Fridley & our neighbor. And whether playing baseball or with rabbits out back or racing through the pathway to Moore Lake or watching the ball drop in Times Square on your basement TV, your dad was attentive, measured and impartial. Ever the careful drinker, he said the ice cream ingredient removed any alcohol from the drink. 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). Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. Visitation at ST. PHILIP'S LUTHERAN CHURCH 6180 Highway #65 Tuesday from 5 to 8 PM. *** ATTENTION PLEASE: The family is requesting no flowers. The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards. Beth was born on June 26,. Carl was a devoted father, uncle, brother, friend and husband of 33 years. Can't believe I did not know this until today, Sept. 15th, 2017. In 1970 after a successful career as a basketball coach, Jerry retired from coaching and became a basketball official working at the high school and small college level for the next 21 years. Romans 3:23. I am thinking of all of you at the difficult time. In 1991 he was named senior director of officiating for the NFL. Good After Jerry this is Amar Smith guess what you and Sid Semon are finally together again forever in heaven so now you are finally reunited with each other RIP Jerry and Sid. The son of the late Louis and Mary (Suyak) Seamon, Steve was born November 4, 1944 in Saginaw, Michigan. Carl Seeman - Fairlawn, Ohio , Ciriello-Carr Memorial Home - Memories wall Memorials preferred to St. Philip's Church, Winona State University, Allina Hospice or donor's choice. Mr. Seeman was in inspirational mathematics teacher, energizing the quest for knowledge by all who studied under him. I still recognized his smile after all these years. Jerry Seeman Obituary (1936 - 2013) - Blaine, MN - Olean Times Herald Memorials preferred to St. Philip's Church, Winona State University, Allina Hospice or donor's choice, kozlakradulovich.com "A Celebration of Life" 763-783-1100. I was saddened to see, on the Packer game today, that he passed away. Carothers Funeral Home at Gaston Memorial Park. Would you like to offer Jerry L. Seamans loved ones a condolence message? You have been a close friend and fishing companion for 30 years. I'm 70 years old so that was a long time ago. We were privileged to have known him, even though for a rather short time. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. My sincere condolences to Jon, Cathy, and the rest of the Seeman family. Mike & Jan, Sorry to hear of the loss of your father. We would like to offer our deep sympathy and condolences to the family, friends and fans of Jerry Seeman. BLAINE, Minn. Jerry Seeman, a former NFL supervisor of officials who worked as the chief referee in two Super Bowls, has died after a long bout with cancer at age 77. 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. Seeman died. FAQ. Jerry was a great mentor for me as an official. ; and Fridley High School in Fridley, Minn. Dear Marilyn - I met your darling great-grand twins last week in the Parent/Child Center I staff at the Fridley Community Center. My condolences to the Seeman family. 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. He was loved and cherished by many people including : his parents, Evelyn Lucille and John Seaman Jr. Jerry; and his wife Bonnie L. Seaman. ; Central High School in LaCrosse, Wisc. Mike Hughlett covers energy and other topics for the Star Tribune, where he has worked since 2010. He was predeceased by : his parents, Hannah and Harold; his sister Barbara; and his brother-in-law Jerry. Steelers general manager Omar Khan garnered a peculiar nickname after his keen decisions throughout the 2023 NFL Draft. Jerry was a great athlete, coach, teacher and referee. "We are honored to provide this Book of Memories to the family.". Jim Tunney was the referee. He will be missed. It is with great sadness that I send my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Jerry was also a board member for the Unity Mercy Hospitals Foundation. }Customer Service. He will always be remembered as one of the best - and personally most respected - officials in all of professional sports. Taught with Jerry for many years. GOD BLESS. Visitation will be Monday, September 16, 2019 at Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer from 5:00-7:00pm with a 7:00pm Celebration of Life Gathering. Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is not willing to shut the door on a potential return of running back Ezekiel Elliott after the first wave of free agency and the draft, telling reporters the "ship has not sailed.". Prayers are with his family. Visitation at ST. PHILIPS LUTHERAN CHURCH 6180 Highway #65 Tuesday from 5 to 8 PM. Sorry for your loss Marilyn (Mike, Jon, Jeff and extended family). He fought an unbelievable fight. [2], Seeman died of cancer on November 24, 2013, at his home in Blaine, Minnesota. I was probably 7 or 8 when I nicknamed him "Smiley Ref" and that name stuck for my dad and I over the years. Mr. Seeman separated Raider Lyle Alzado (left) and Seahawk Ron Essink in 1983. Former referee and officiating supervisor, Jerry Seeman, died Sunday night, a half hour before his son, NFL line judge Jeff Seeman, (#45) worked the Broncos-Patriots Sunday Night Football game. Met him at your weddingseemed to have a great spirit for living life to the fullest. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. That program was designed to improve communication and understanding between the two sides. The draw kept the Loons winless in four home matches this season. The St. Paul Pioneer Press first reported the death of Seeman, who was an NFL game official from 1975 to 1990, including 12 seasons as a lead referee. He was very proud of being a football official, and he always made the NFL proud through his skill, integrity, and professionalism.. He was a retired School Teacher and Administrator for the Fridley School District from 1965 to 1991. I am sure you are proud of what a wonderful man he was and of how many lives he touched. Growing up in Marion, Jerry chose to call the Charlotte area home later in his life. Honors include the Winona State Hall of Fame, NFHS Hall of Fame, MSHSL Hall Fame, Sports Officials Medallion Award, Distinguished Alumnus Award Winona State University and NFFMN Legends Award. Published: Nov 25, 2013 at 10:01 AM. 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." Dear Seeman Family - I am so sorry about the passing of Jerry. According to the Pioneer Press report, Jeff Seeman commented, He was a competitor. Dr. Terry L. Seeman | Obituaries | hometownsource.com 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. The St. Paul Pioneer Press first reported the death of Seeman, who was an NFL game official from 1975 to 1990, including 12 years as a lead referee. What exactly was Kyle Shanahan doing? A wonderful/dedicated individual/official. His rules expertise helped him become the NFLs senior director of officiating, and during his tenure Seeman was credited with implementing the leagues modern instant replay system. Sympathies to the family of this great man. Edit your search or learn more Mr Seeman (Jerry) Inspired me as a kid and was a huge part in my accomplishments throughout my life. Remember this quote from the German philosopher,Goethe, who said those who live in the Lord never see each other for the last time. Got to see him in person officiate in Houston in 1990 for Oilers vs Jets. Our sincere condolences to you, Marilyn, and your sons. 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. Seeman joined the National Football League in 1975 after officiating high school football and Big Tenfootball. Doesn't that sound just like him? Your dad had a big impact on a great number of people. Find Recent Obituaries for Larned, Kansas - obits.masslive.com Joseph L. Seeman Obituary (2023) | Denville, New Jersey - Echovita Seeman moved to the league office in 1991 and served 10 years as the supervisor of officials until his retirement. ", quoted from It's a Wonderful Life. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. Three years later the NFL came calling. Carl F. Seeman Obituary (1952 - 2022) | Fairlawn, OH - Echovita "Each man's life touches so many other lives. Perhaps he will get his chance to meet Smiley Ref in person. My deepest sympathy to the family of Coach Seeman. On June 30, 2001, Seeman retired as Senior Director of Officiating and was succeeded by Mike Pereira. Marc Peterson, Fridley 79. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. Special thanks are extended to Allina Hospice and the doctors at MAYO Clinic and Unity Hospital for their kind and compassionate care. To a special person & coach. Update: His obituary distributed to the media is below. Our interactions resulted in my development of the GROUND ZERO 1 tee which has been used in every NFL game the past 15 seasons. He was consistently kind, gracious. He worked as a head linesman and line judge until 1979, when the NFL appointed him to referee, replacing Don Wedge, who moved to the deep wings. As a neighbor,I recall Jerry's choice of Grasshoppers for a party drink. Consider offering these words of comfort if you're not sure what's appropriate. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. Stephen J. Seamon - ObitMichigan.com Son Jeff is currently an official in the NFL. Jerry was my algebra teacher in Whitehall, WI in the 60's. I have walked your road and it is difficult but with God's help you will endure the hard days ahead. Seeman died Sunday night at his home in Blaine, Minn., league spokesman Greg Aiello confirmed Monday. "He was very proud of being a football official, and he always made the NFL proud through his skill, integrity, and professionalism.". He retired from YRC after 30+ years in the trucking industry. He wore uniform number 70 for the majority of his career (wearing number 17 during the 197981 seasons when officials were numbered by position), which was retired eight months after his death. We are so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to you Jeff and your family. He was very active in Rotary and as a result of his service, was named a Paul Harris Fellow. I remember sharing stories at OUR kids traveling games. (75 years old). I was privileged to play golf with Jerry on more than one occasion; at Medina/Rolling Green and as his guest at TPC. He was a fine person and leaves many of us with a host of memories. 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Seeman, 69, passed away July 21, 2022 surrounded by family. RIP. Carole E. Seeman Obituary - Rochester Democrat And Chronicle I must be the last to find out about everything. We didn't know at that time that I knew your family. Our family's prayers are with you during this difficult time. I always got excited when in later years I saw hin working an NFL game. 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. Jerry began officiating in the NFL as a line judge and head linesman, and in 1979, he was promoted to the head referee position. Putting a bug in their ear? His smile was an added bonus in getting a problem or proof correct. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Also, it was a joy to watch his professionalism as an NFL referee. In addition to working on the court, he was also the Minnesota State High School Leagues lead basketball rules clinician and supervisor. Jerry and Marilyn have three sons, five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A great legacy and role model for "zebras" and fans. Jon and the entire Seeman familyso sorry for your loss. Roberton Henry Seeman Obituary | Star Tribune Photo: National Association of Sports Officials. Jerry was a sixteen year official for the National Football League and also served as Director of Officials for . He was professional as a High School teach, a sports ref. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said in a statement that Seeman "modernized and improved" the league's officiating during his tenure as director. He was a standout in football, basketball and baseball at Plainview High School in southeastern Minnesota. The TFCU family is thinking of you.