Johnnie Louise Seastrunk Obituary in Tyler at John R. Harmon

Obituary For Johnnie Louise Seastrunk

( August 17, 1931 – June 19, 2024 )

DALLAS--MRS. JOHNNIE LOUISE SEASTRUNK affectionately known as “Mama Johnnie” was born to the parentage of the late John Weldon Taylor and Mabel Louise Taylor (Smith) on August 17, 1931, in Tyler, Texas. She peacefully passed away on June 19, 2024.

Mama Johnnie’s creative musical talent began at the age of three (3) years old when she started playing the piano. She served as the Musician at St. Louis Baptist Church for more than 50 years until her retirement.

Mama Johnnie was a product of Tyler Public School System, beginning her education at W. A. Peete Elementary School and graduating from Emmett J. Scott High School at age 15. She attended Prairie View A&M College, Prairie View, Texas, and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Butler College, Tyler, Texas in May 1951. She did graduate studies at Texas Southern University, Houston, Texas and received a Master of Arts Degree (Interdisciplinary Studies: Emphasis Music) from The University of Texas at Tyler on August 15, 1980.

Mama Johnnie retired from Rice Elementary School as a Music Teacher in 1991. Her teaching career spanned more than 46 years. Mama Johnnie’s Philosophy of Education was, “If we, as teachers, provide the tools and set good examples, students will not only be educated to make a living, but they will also be well-prepared to make a productive life for themselves. Only the one who has learned to serve is qualified to lead.”

Mama Johnnie was married to Mr. Henry Lee Seastrunk, Sr. for 48 years before his death in 1996. She leaves to cherish her memories: Sons, Henry Lee Seastrunk Jr. of Tyler, Texas, and Gary Don Seastrunk (Elsa) of Humble, Texas; Daughters, Louise Renee Seastrunk of Red Oak, Texas, and Marquita Denise Seastrunk Clark (Greg) of Dallas, Texas; 14 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and 8 great-great grandchildren.

Public Viewing: Friday, June 28, 2024, from 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Harmon Undertaking Co., 1112 N Palace Avenue, Tyler Texas 75702.

Celebration of Life: Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 10:48 am at St. Louis Baptist Church, 4000 Frankston Highway, Tyler, Texas 75701.

Committal Service: St. Louis Cemetery, Old Noonday Road, Tyler, Texas 75701.

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Prayers and sincere Condolences for the Family and Friends
Randy L. Carter

The Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. Rose City Chapter extends to the family of Lady Seastrunk heartfelt sympathy and condolences during this difficult time. We pray that you find peace and comfort in knowing that your loved one is whole again. She's on the piano playing with a heavenly choir!🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🕊️

The Smith County Retired Teachers Association is deeply saddened by the demise of a sensational musical enthusiast, Johnnie Seastrunk. We pray for your family to find peace and comfort in knowing that you are safe in the arms of the Master!🙏🏾🌹🌹🌹 SCRTA- Condolence Chair, Sharon Mosley

Marquita and family, you all are in our hearts and prayers. Love the Lee family (Angela Lee)

Saw this in the Tyler paper, Mrs Seastrunk was my music teacher at Rice Elementary back in the middle sixty's. Just the other day I was telling my wife about her, how pretty, well dressed, confident and prepared she was. I am now 68 years old and it's cool to remember the great teachers that paved the way for us kids, Mrs Seastrunk was a good one. RIP ❤️ John R Bell

Renee and Family, May faith, prayer and loving memories, surrounded by family and friends sustain you going forward. Extending my deepest sympathy Celastene Pruitt EJSHS ALUMNI '68

Caste your cares upon the Lord because he loves you. I encourage each of you to focus on how much Ms. Seastrunk loved her FAMILY, it will provide comfort right now, and peace in days to come. Love Love Love Calesta L. Anderson and family.

I send my deepest condolences to the Seastrunk family. I took piano lessons from Mrs. Seastrunk for several years. She was always very kind. May God's comfort and peace rest on her family. Patricia Bradley

You all our condolences. We will keep you all in our PRAYERS.. THE JACKSON FAMILY

Greetings to the Seastrunk family. I pray "The Lord bless thee and keep thee; the Lord make his face shine upon thee and be gracious to thee; the Lord... give thee peace ". Numbers 6:24-26.❤️🙏

I am so very sorry to hear of Mrs. Seastrunk's passing. My family and I really loved this 'Wonderful Lady'. She taught music and choir at Carver Elementary School back in the day. I have no doubt she is truly truly resting in the arms of the Lord. TGBTG.
Marian Richardson Ervin Whetsell and-- The Richardson Family of Spring Creek