Judith (Judy) Russell Seeman passed away at age 72 on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at home after a courageous battle with bone cancer, with her loving family by her side.

Judy was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on January 14, 1954 to Norman and Barbara (Holliday) Russell.

Judy met Daniel (Dan) Seeman through a schoolmate while he was working on a car at a friend’s house in 1969. Judy and her friend walked down so Judy could meet Dan. Judy and Dan married on February 6, 1971.

Judy and Dan lived in Virginia while Dan was in the Navy. They returned to Cedar Rapids in 1973, just three days after welcoming their only child, Tammy.

Judy worked as a waitress at Pine Inn, and her other jobs included Collins Radio, Owen Mills, Jefferson Davis, and World Data in Cedar Rapids before deciding to move to Piercetown, Arkansas in 2009.

Judy was a lifelong fan of Elvis Presley. She and Dan also enjoyed camping and boating. Judy loved flowers, singing, and attending church. She especially loved spending time with her family.

Judy is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Dan; daughter, Tammy (Jason) Voelpel of Piercetown, AR; grandson, Nickolas (Nick) Voelpel; sister, Debra (Lawrence) Theisen of Marion, IA; brother-in-law, William McGee; special friend, Betty Dillenburg; and several nieces and nephews.

Judy is preceded in death by her parents, Barbara and Norman Russell; sister, Lynn McGee; father-in-law, Ernest (Ernie) Seeman; mother-in-law, Hazel Randolph Seeman; brothers-in-law, Cary (Joe) Seeman and Michael (Mike) Seeman; and several close cousins.

A service to honor her life and the love she gave so freely will be held at Newton County Baptist Church in Piercetown, Arkansas on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 10:30 AM. Pastor Rodney Stromlund will officiate.

Memorials may be directed to your local church.

Arrangements under the direction of Coffman Funeral Home of Harrison.