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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Feb. 21 to Feb. 22, 2009.

SKELTON, Howard Lee, 55, of Fallbrook, California, lost his courageous battle with cancer on January 26, 2009. Predeceased by his mother, Betty J. Skelton, he is survived by his father, Robert M. Skelton; his wife of over 24 years, Diane Penland Skelton; three children, Catherine Nicole "Niki" Skelton, Eric Lee Skelton and Eron Penland Skelton; five sisters, Ellen Childrey, Carolyn Kellar and husband, Dan, Marilyn Young, Deborah Caviness and husband, Kenny, and Jeanette Acree and husband, Steve. His family will receive friends for a special memorial and celebration of his life at 2 p.m. February 28, at Stockton Memorial Baptist Church, 5100 Claypoint Rd., Chesterfield, Va. 23832. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Multiple Myeloma Foundation at www.multiplemyeloma.org/.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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January 3, 2025

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Eron Skelton

January 3, 2025

To all that see, and those that hear, may you smell that which is coming for greatness is near. My Father left a great memory to each and everyone that had the privilege to be his friend. For we all know how hard friendship is to come by. He made an impression on you that made a lasting memory that memory is fond and delightful. As his Son I feel as I have so much to live up to for he was a man greater than most. I do not fear for I may never be as he nor look as fine as him but he has instilled in me his greatest of qualities an in tune greatly granted me a legacy admittance into the greatest of above. You all made my Father the man he became to be. .. and he made me out of his image. I am free to say I love you and thank you for being apart of my father’s life. I am greatly grateful for you.

Cat Benson

March 4, 2009

To Howard's family and friends, I send my deepest condolences. I have not seen Howard for many years, but have often thought of him fondly, remembering good times we had -- and that he was an inspiration to all he came into contact with. I remember his kind and gentle nature, his love of rugby, martial arts, and running (and his first marathon, which he completed with seemingly great ease, despite never having run further than his routine 5-milers!). I wish all of the family God's grace and comfort in the difficult days ahead.

Jimmy Golembieski

March 2, 2009

I had fun with Howard on graduation night. We went down to the beach and had a good time. I haven't seen him since high school but will have fond memories for years to come. I'm truly sorry for your loss.

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Jimmy Golembieski

March 2, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Joan Andrews

February 27, 2009

Howard was my first love in 1971. The Golden Glove's Boxer. I will always remember is one of the sweetest guys there could be. I always enjoyed visiting with his family. The world was a better place for his presence and I'm sure that will live on through his wife and children.

Sandy (Skipwith) Van Horn

February 25, 2009

To all the Skelton family, your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May God surround and comfort you all with His grace. Hold on to the good times you shared with Howard and your Mom. My love and condolences to you all.

Dan/Carolyn Kellar

February 22, 2009

Howard was a beloved brother,brother in law, Uncle and close friend. He will be greatly missed until we see him again.

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