Obituaries
November 29, 2022

Mark E. Seman – Coal Center

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Mark E. Seman, 53, of Coal Center, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022, at his home. Born in North Charleroi on July 18, 1969, he was a son of Nancy Hatalowich Seman of Coal Center and the late John E. Seman. Mark is survived by his two children, Levi Seman and Siera Seman; and five siblings, Kim Molnar, John E. Seman II, Gregory G. Seman, Scott E. (Terri) Seman and Karey Backos. Mark was preceded in death by his nephew, Joshua Seman; great-niece, Ayla Seman; and a brother-in-law, Walter “Fe” Molnar. Arrangements are private and have been entrusted to MELENYZER FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATION SERVICES INC., Roscoe. Online condolences may be expressed at www.melenyzer.com.

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