Jack Curtis Seaton

June 7, 1927 - October 26, 2017

Jack Curtis Seaton "Jack" went home to be with his Lord Friday, October 27 at home in Johnson City, TN at the age of 90. Jack is survived by his loving family: His wife Judith B. Seaton; children, Terri Seaton Parsons (Bill) of Knoxville, TN, Tony A. Seaton (Lee) of Johnson City, TN and Tom C. Seaton (Donna) of Johnson City, TN; his sister Betty S. Williams (Al) of Burnsville, NC; brother Herb Seaton of Tarpon Springs, FL; grandchildren, Laura Hamby, Austin Parsons, Ethan Parsons, Justin Seaton, Matthew Seaton, Cari Seaton, Shelley Seaton and six great-grandchildren. Jack was always an encourager, urging his children and grandchildren to pursue their goals. Jack was born on June 7, 1927 in Johnson City, TN to Herbert C. Seaton and Irene H. Seaton of Johnson City. During WWII he served honorably in the United States Navy on the aircraft carrier Enterprise. After graduation from ETSU Jack became a teacher and coach at Boone's Creek High School. He played basketball and football at ETSU and was a successful businessman and developer. Jack's life was changed forever when he encountered his Savior Jesus Christ during an Emmaus Walk, a change that was evident to all who knew and loved him. Jack was very generous in supporting many ministries that will have eternal impact. He cherished his family and enjoyed being the honored patriarch of such abundance at their many gatherings of children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. On Sunday, October 29 the family will receive friends between 4-6 pm followed by a Celebration of Life service at Appalachian Funeral Home, 800 E. Watauga Ave. John Hitechew will officiate the ceremony. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to WORD Fellowship, 225 Suncrest St., Gray, TN 37615 or Samaritan's Purse. Order Flowers Service DetailsSunday, October 29th, 2017 6:00pm, Appalachian Funeral Home- East Chapel