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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald Clifford Skillens, Sr., who left us unexpectedly on April 8, 2023. He was born in Springfield, MO to Milton and Francis Skillens on December 10, 1936. He was the youngest of 3 siblings: Milton Lee Skillens and Betty Jean Skillens. Ron graduated from Topeka High School and attended Washburn University in Topeka, KS and went on to serve in the U.S. Army. Ron …

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My condolences to you and your family. Your dad was a good man whom only met once, but I highly respected. Thanks for s…
My condolences to you and your family. Your dad was a good man whom only met once, but I highly res…
My condolences to you and your family. Your dad was a good man w…
I am so sorry to hear about my friend’s passing. Ron will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yo…
I am so sorry to hear about my friend’s passing. Ron will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers…
I am so sorry to hear about my friend’s passing. Ron will be mis…

My dearest friend Ron touched my life as a mentor, confidante, colleague and in many other ways. My sincerest condolenc…

My dearest friend Ron touched my life as a mentor, confidante, colleague and in many other ways. My…

My dearest friend Ron touched my life as a mentor, confidante, c…

Your dad will be truly missed. I really enjoyed the times that I got to talk with him. He is one of a kind. Misty and I…
Your dad will be truly missed. I really enjoyed the times that I got to talk with him. He is one of…
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Born

1936
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Passed away

April 8th, 2023
Newark, DE

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Cause of death

Natural causes

Method of disposition

Cremation

Funeral services provided by

Peaceful Rest Funeral Chapel

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