Bobby Seward, age 84, of Dover, died Saturday, August 8, 2026, at his home. He was born October 10, 1941, in Dover to Oliver Preston and Mary Elizabeth Smith Seward.

He loved to go fishing and working on his cars.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by eight brothers and sisters; and a son, James Michael Seward.

He is survived by his wife, of 62 years, Elizabeth Ann Seward; three sons and a daughter-in-law, Robert Lee (Sherri), William Jason and Keldin Gage Seward; a daughter, Jackie Johnsgard; two sisters Lori Britton, and Debbie Mahan; six grandchildren and spouses, Sara Johnsgard (Eric), Rachael Masters (Bryce), Michaela Releford (Quinton), Mettie Bishop (Ed), Matthew Johnsgard (Melia), and Keldin Seward; and 17 greatgrandchildren.

All services are private under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville.

Online guestbook and condolences available at www.shinnfuneral.com .