Linwood "Jerry" Jerome Sealey Sr

Linwood Jerome (Jerry) Sealey Sr passed away peacefully on November 1, 2026. Born on April 21,1935, In Raleigh, North Carolina, to R.D. (Sam) and Mary B. Sealey.

He is survived by his children, Jeanne Sealey Wilson (Chuck) and Linwood Sealey Jr (Laurie); his grandchildren, Holly Lee (Jason), Crystal Braxton (Brian), Emmet Bagwell (Kelsey), Jerry Sealey, Jacob Sealey, Patricia Sealey, Kelli Davis and Josh Washburn. His great-grandchildren, Holden, Chase, Callie, Parys, Addison, Cullen, Hazel, LJ, Candace, EvaMarie, Eli, Dallas, Meredith, Kale and Zoe. His sister, Carolyn Barnes (Dicky).

Jerry was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley (d: Feb 5, 2026), his parents Sam and Mary and his great-grandchild, Cody. Additionally his siblings, Billy, Jack, Donald, Stanley and EttaJoyce.

Jerry was born and raised in Raleigh, N.C. He graduated from Hugh Morson HS in Raleigh NC. He married Shirley in 1956, recently celebrating 70 years together in January of this year. He spent his younger years working at his Father's BBQ restaurant as well as his Plumbing and Heating business, both in Raleigh. He was also a bookkeeper at various businesses, including Air Products/Chemicals, Dillon Supply, Standard Supply, etc, with the majority and balance of his career being spent in retail sales at Kmart.

Jerry and Shirley enjoyed traveling through the years, including numerous cruises, family vacations, etc. Jerry also enjoyed fishing, whether on the bank of a pond/ lake, on a pier or on a boat. He never met a stranger and enjoyed sharing his stories with family and friends.

Many thanks to all for your visits and prayers during this difficult time. A special thank you to the ICU staff at Wake Med and the Hospice team at Transitions Life Care in Raleigh, NC.

Graveside Services will be held on Friday, November 6, 2026 at Montlawn Memorial Park in Raleigh, North Carolina at 10:00 AM.