Robert Edward Seymour lived a full and colorful life. If you ever had the chance to be with him, he surely graced you with a story as his blue eyes lit up and laughter filled the room.

Bo’s greatest loves were his children, life partner Kay Moore, granddaughter Isla, his cat Kara, friends and family, and going fast.

Bo enjoyed sailboats, submarines, fast cars, but most of all motorcycles. Motorcycles made his whole heart happy! He was known to pass you on the freeway well over the limit, with the occasional wheelie in his younger years on his favorite tricolore Ducati Monster. You could find Bo in a parking lot wherever he would be chatting with anyone who pulled up in a motorcycle…unless it was a Harley.

The man had style. A perpetual “cool guy” to his core. It was easy to make his eyes pop, but he had a flare for fun shoes and silly socks. A moto jacket being a staple to pull any outfit together, he loved sharing his love of fashion with others through gifts. He sure had an eye for it!

He was born to Patricia and Edward Seymour in Tacoma, Washington a month early in 1950. His mom said “he could’t wait” and thus is eagerness for life began. His older siblings Linda Stratman and Michael Seymour enjoyed his humor and creativity from the get go.

Robert spent most of his childhood in Fairfield. He went to Armijo High School before enlisting in Submarine school with the US Navy. Bo road in two submarines in his Navy, the USS Trout and USS Carbonaro and there was no escaping a tale from the sea. His service put his great mind to use and built bonds he carried all the way through his life. There’s a story of a raccoon that was snuck aboard. Fact or fiction? Doesn’t matter, it made everyone laugh each time it was told.

His career as a civic servant in probation took him from Solano, Butte, Tehama and finally a Chief Probation Officer of Del Norte County. The capstone of his career was designing a new juvenile hall. An honor he cherished after years of hard work.

As a father Bo took pride in his children Elena and Andy by attending swim, dance, band and every sporting event he could. His support of interests for anyone in his life is something we all have cherished. Bo’s specialty was spaghetti and BBQ and could easily be talked into extra treats on trips to the store.

As soon as his path crossed with Kay Moore, he knew she was the one. From a couple of meet cutes, too dating for the last six years of his life. No one made him happier than her. She brought color into his life through her gardening on their property, sweet treats he enjoyed, and constant companionship that he always reported as “so in love”.

His happiness with his children’s spouses was never kept a secret. As stated Austin Morgan and Shonda Seymour were his true favorite children. Visits from his kids were always met with smiles and happiness, and lots of “I was just hoping you were coming by” statements from the heart.

Sundays were the highlight of Bo’s weeks, as his friends would gather for viewing Moto GP. An event filled with witty banter and quality time on his porch overlooking Blue Lake. Bo had a “come as you are” life outlook and always had a patient ear for anyone who needed a sounding board.

Robert Seymour leaves behind a legacy of humor and love held dearly by his family: son Andrew Seymour (Shonda Seymour), daughter Elena Morgan (Austin Morgan), and granddaughter Isla Morgan and partner Kay Moore. His sister Linda Straman and brother Michael Seymour, nieces Julie Ryan and Jeannie Tipton, and nephew John Griffith.

Bo passed peacefully on the morning of February 11 of natural causes. His request was a private family gathering, which we will be honoring.

If you see a veteran, always thank them. Bo never missed the opportunity.

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