Pfeil Funeral Homes - Sandusky Chapel
617 Columbus Ave
Sandusky, OH 44870
Phone: 419-625-2655
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Ronald C. Skillman, 79, of Sandusky and most recently of the Ohio Veterans Home died early Thursday morning, April 10, 2014 in the Firelands Regional Medical Center following a lengthy illness.
He was born July 15, 1934 in Sandusky and was a 1953 graduate of Sandusky High School and a Navy veteran.
Ron was employed for 30 years at the Ford Motor Company, retiring in 1995. He was an active member of First Christian Church, Sandusky where he had served as a Deacon and Elder. He was also a member of the U.A.W. Local Union #1216, Commodore Denig Post 83 of the American Legion, Amvets Post 17 and the Senior Mens Fellowship Club. He enjoyed family, sports and reading among other pursuits.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Magalene "Maggie" (Fannin); one son, Keith (Jenny) Skillman of Lawrence, KS; and two grandchildren, Ben and Elliot Skillman; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
He was preceded in death by one son, Kevin H. Skillman in 1979; his parents, George and Florence (Patton) Skillman; and one brother, Robert W. Skillman.
Friends may call from 9:00 AM until the time of funeral service at 11:00 AM on Monday, April 14, 2014 at the First Christian Church, 3410 Hayes Avenue, Sandusky. Pastor Don Spurlock will officiate. Burial will be at Oakland Cemetery, where the American Legion Color Guard will have Military Rites.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Christian Church or to Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter, 2500 N. Reynolds Road, Toledo, Ohio 43615-2820.
Pfeil Funeral Home, Sandusky Chapel, 617 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky is in charge of arrangements.
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