Lavon Preece Seeley

January 16, 1934 - July 8, 2019

Lavon Preece Seeley was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on January 16, 1934, to Tiny Clara and John Howard Preece, whom she always spoke of with love. Lavon secretly married Devon C. Seeley on June 5, 1953, in Summit County in order to keep their wedding a secret from the military; Devon, an ROTC member, was forbidden to be married. Lavon received her beautician’s license in 1964 and also became proficient in karate. She was an expert at office management and sales, and she used her skills in multiple jobs throughout her life. Lavon traveled the world, living in Virginia, California, Florida, Texas, Hawaii, Japan, and Mississippi, and she visited Mexico, China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. She had an affinity for nature, and when she finally settled in Utah she created a beautiful and inviting landscape at her home. Service was Lavon’s passion, and she is loved by many due to her open and caring nature. She was masterful at engaging others and was welcomed everywhere she went. Lavon is survived by her sister, Wanda; husband, Devon; children, Ann, Jean, Kim, Devon II, and Debra; their spouses; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lavon, honey, Mom, Grandma, we love you and will miss you always!