April 8,1931 – January 30, 2022
Carl Henry Seitz, 90, of Conover passed away January 30 at Forsyth Hospital. He was born in Catawba County, the son of Abel Cromer Seitz and Ivey Punch Seitz. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Ervin Seitz, Glenn Seitz, Bobby Seitz and his sister, Mary Seitz.
He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Nadine Yount Seitz. Also surviving are his children, Theresa Seitz Reid (Larry) and Marcus Cromer Seitz (Ruth). His memory will be treasured by grandchildren David Reid (Allison), Ellen Reid Mertens (Rob), Henry Seitz and Frank Seitz.
He graduated from St. Stephens High School in 1949 as Valedictorian. He graduated Lenior-Rhyne College and received his master’s degree in education from Appalachian State University.
Carl retired after a 34-year career in Catawba County Schools. He taught 10 years at Sweetwater Elementary School and then was principal of Clyde Campbell Elementary School for 24 years.
He was an active member of Concordia Lutheran Church serving in many capacities.
He was an avid gardener, an expert in Catawba County history and active in the Historical Association. In his spare time, he loved wood working and repairing antiques.
Camping and summer beach trips with his children and grandchildren were some of his favorite times.
A celebration of his life will be held at Concordia Lutheran Church February 3, at 11:30. The family will receive friends in the church narthex prior to the service at 11:00.
Memorials may be made to Concordia Lutheran Church at 216 5th Ave SE Conover NC 28613
Condolences may be sent to the Seitz family at www.drumfh-conover.com
The Seitz family has entrusted funeral arrangements to Drum Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Conover, NC.
