James R. Seawell Sr.

James R. "Jimmy" Seawell Sr., 92, of Solomons, MD, formerly of Temple Hills, MD passed on Sunday January 11, 2015 at the age of 92.He was born in Gates County, NC, on April 21, 1922 to late James R. and Annie (Parker) Seawell. He was married to the late Dorothy (Shaw) Seawell for sixty nine years. She preceded him in death in 2014. He was a career veteran of the United States Navy, serving in both WWII and the Korean Conflict, retiring in 1961 after serving twenty-one years.After being discharged he began a successful career in auto sales. Jimmy was recognized as the top salesman in the nation by Chrysler. He also became very active in Anacostia #21 Masonic Lodge and was an honorary member of the Seat Pleasant Lodge #218. He was a Scottish Rite member for 50 years.Jimmy was a Washington Redskins fan, enjoyed fishing, gardening, studying naval history, traveling to North Carolina and southern Virginia, and adding to his extensive hat collection.He is survived by his daughter-in-law Helen M. Seawell; three grandchildren; Jeffrey (Jennifer), Zachary (Holly), and Jamie (Shelley); and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and son James R. Seawell Jr. in 2007.Family invites friends to Lee Funeral Home Calvert, 8200 Jennifer Lane, Owings, MD 20736, on Monday, January 26, 2015, from 5 pm until start of Masonic services at 6:45 pm, followed by Funeral Services at 7:00 pm. Burial on Tuesday, January 27, at 10 am, at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of James R. Seawell Sr. please visit our Sympathy Store.