Former Trussville Chamber President Eddie Seal dies
The following article is by Chris Basinger, managing editor of the Trussville Tribune:
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. (Trussville Tribune) — Eddie Seal, who twice served as president of the Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce and was the former owner of Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home and Gardens, has passed away. He was 74.
Seal was a pillar of the community and through his life offered support to countless families in their times of grief.
He was active on numerous boards and service organizations including the chamber, the Trussville Gas & Water Board, the Trussville Redevelopment Authority, the Alabama Board of Funeral Service, and Faith Community Fellowship Church.
'I've known Eddie for probably 30 years, our daughters cheered together in high school, and I just consider him a great friend and mentor. I'm just heartbroken over the loss,' Councilor Alan Taylor said.
'He did so much good in our community, he was just a true servant and we're gonna miss him. Trussville is gonna miss him because whenever something needed to be done he was always there and he was always a part of it and he's just gonna be missed, and I'm gonna miss him as a friend.'
He was also a longtime member of the Trussville Rotary Daybreak Club where he served as president from 2015-16 as well as in other roles.
The club posted on Facebook, 'In Rotary, Eddie's leadership and passion were unmistakable. He helped raise significant funds through projects like Smokin' 'n Stokin', brought in new members, chaired key committees, and crafted a 5-year strategic plan that shaped the future of our club. He also proudly recognized outstanding students and teachers during his presidency and welcomed respected community leaders to our podium—from Coach Josh Floyd to Congressman Gary Palmer.'
The tribute continue, 'But more than titles and accolades, Eddie was kind. He was thoughtful, sharp-witted, and always looking for ways to serve others. He loved Trussville. He loved Rotary. And we loved him. We offer our heartfelt condolences to Barbara, Brian, Adam, Lauren, and all of Eddie's family. We will deeply miss his presence, but we will carry his spirit of service with us always.'
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In January, Seal received the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award from Mayor Buddy Choat during the chamber's Toast of the Town for his years of service to the community.
'Eddie was not only a close friend, but when I think of Trussville, I think of Eddie because of everything he's been involved with in Trussville and how much he loved the city and doing things to help the city,' Mayor Choat said.
'I feel for his family. It's a shock to all of us and we can only keep the family in our prayers as they go through this very tragic time for them, but Eddie Seal has meant a lot, not only to me personally, but to a lot of people in Trussville and he will be missed.'
He was also a member of Leadership Trussville's Class 2 with the organization posting, 'Eddie was the embodiment of servant leadership—humble, kind, and always ready to lend a hand. From serving on local boards and actively supporting the Trussville Daybreak Rotary Club, to quietly showing up with a grill and a smile for community events and first responders, Eddie gave of himself in countless ways. He was a friend to all and a light in every room. There are no words to fully express the loss we feel. Our hearts go out to his family and all who had the privilege of knowing and loving him. Eddie's legacy of service and compassion will forever be a part of Trussville.'
Tribune Publisher Scott Buttram added, 'You may meet someone who loved Trussville as much as Eddie, but you'll never meet anyone who loved Trussville more. He continuously poured himself into his family and his community. I think he led almost every service organization in town at some point. Eddie thrived on serving others.'
His visitation will be held at Faith Community Fellowship from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, June 13. The service will start at 1 p.m.
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