Photo from '65Yearbook

William (Bill) Seldon Jr. 74, passed away August 31, 2022 at Munson Hospital in Traverse City Michigan. 

Bill was born April 22, 1948 in Petoskey to Elva and William (Red) Seldon Sr. Bill was raised in Petoskey and graduated in 1966. In 1968 Bill married Donna K. Bowers and made their home in Petoskey where they raised their family. 

Bill began his career in sales at Perry Sales, Pontiac/Cadillac, followed by Tallberg Chevrolet/Olds. In 1987, with his wife Donna, Bill opened and operated Seldon Auto Sales in Petoskey, serving old friends and making new ones. Bill attended the Worldwide College of Auctioneering, auctioning at several auto auctions in Northern Michigan. He had the ideal voice and rhythm for the job. 

Bill loved singing karaoke with family and friends. 

Bills main concern in life was loving and caring for his family. 

 Bill was best know for his quick witted humor, fierce determination, and generous spirit! 

 Bill is survived by the love of his life, Donna (Bowers) Seldon, son Richard A. Seldon, grandchildren William A. Seldon (Hannah H. Hudak), Dylan R. Seldon, siblings Marilyn Seldon, Patricia Shuttleworth, Mike Mattox, Mary Seldon Melke (Tim), sister-in-law Jerri Coller (Richard), and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his son, Robert Seldon, daughter in law Angie Seldon, parents Elva and William (Red) Seldon Sr. and nephew John David Allen.