Thomas Richard “Dick” Seery, 92 of Aliquippa passed away peacefully January 17, 2024.
He was born July 26, 1931, in Sewickley Hospital and is the son of the late Edna Holsinger Seery and Thomas Seery.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife Dorothy “Dot” Seery, a cherished granddaughter, Nicole Graef, and brother Michael Jack Seery.
He was a retired employee of J&L Steel where he worked as a supervisor in the scale department for over 40 years.
The Reformed Presbyterian Church of Eastvale was one of his favorite places. As a long time
member, he cherished his friends from the congregation.
Dick honorably served our country during the Korean Conflict in the US Army where he received the National Defense Service Medal.
As a proud lifelong resident of Aliquippa, Dicks friends called him the unofficial mayor of Hollywood Aliquippa. He had a vibrant personality that was loved by all who knew him.
Dick had great devotion and loyalty to friends and family, and enjoyed frequenting local stores and restaurants, and visiting with people, especially at Yanni’s Restaurant.
Reading and crossword puzzles were his favorite pastimes. He was a firm believer in exercising the mind, as it always reflected in his quick wit and sharp memory.
He was an avid sports fan. The Steelers and Pirates were his favorite teams, and he never missed a game. Dick had another passion which was spending time at the Mountaineer Horse Race Track. He was a regular attendee for over 60 years. In younger years everyone there knew him as “Lucky”. This was an activity he loved to share with his daughter.
Dick is survived by his devoted daughter: Michelle (Patrick) Graef, grandchildren: Giselle (Eric) Riemenschneider and Joshua Graef. He is also survived by great grandson Theodore and great granddaughter Sage.
Dick will be dearly missed by anyone who knew him.
Visitation will be Saturday from 12 until time of service at 3:30 pm in the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa, PA 15001 724-375-0496.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to one’s favorite charity or to the funeral home to assist the family.