Miriam L Seaman

Mimi Seaman lived a life defined by love and independence. She loved freely—she never met a stranger—and if she took to you, she embraced not only you, but the people and dogs you loved as well. Over a lifetime, she gathered many into her heart.

Born and raised in the Bronx, Mimi dreamed early of a bigger life. That spirit showed itself young—waiting on the regular at Yankee Stadium just to talk to the players. It stayed with her always. That same boldness later brought her to Dan Seaman, newly returned from the Air Force. They met at a YMCA dance in New York City and became an extraordinary partnership.

With a newborn son in tow, Mimi followed the love of her life from New York—beginning in the Bronx and continuing to Miami, Little Rock, and New Orleans—ultimately creating a home in her beloved Los Angeles. Together, now with two children, Dan and Mimi explored the West Coast: overnight trips to San Diego, day excursions to Tijuana, camping in Carpinteria, traveling the open roads to national parks, standing in awe of the Grand Canyon, and making plenty of stops in Las Vegas to play a hand or two of blackjack.

At 42, Mimi suffered a massive stroke and was told she had limited time to live. Instead, she lived 40 more years—years she often described as borrowed. Those decades allowed her to deepen friendships and become a second mother or grandmother to many.

After losing Dan in 2000, Mimi found her greatest joy in being a grandmother. She adored her grandchildren and believed deeply that family was defined by connection, not just blood. Friends became family, and she never hesitated to prioritize those who prioritized her. She loved gathering with friends to play mahjong and treasured Sundays in the Park for the latest cover band. A lifelong sports fan, she remained fiercely loyal to the New York Yankees, New York Giants, and USC (no connection).

Mimi was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dan Seaman; her father, Herbert Levin; her birth mother, Zelda Levin; and her mother, Dorothy Levin. She is survived by her brother, Maurice (Marcia) Levin; her children, Michael (Kara) Seaman and Lori (Ben) Driscoll; and her cherished grandchildren, Jeffrey, Brea, Jack and Cooper.

Mimi passed peacefully on a warm day in Los Angeles, without suffering—leaving this world very much on her own terms, and in time for her 61st wedding anniversary with Dan. She leaves behind many who loved her spirit, her strength, and her fierce loyalty. In the end, love found its way home.

A11:00 AM Graveside Service is scheduled for Cedar Park Cemetery, 735 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ, on Friday January 23, 2026.