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Terry Skelly Obituary
Terry Lee Skelly, 56, of Canton, formerly of Walnut Creek, OH, died Saturday, February 3, 2007. Born August 4, 1950, in Millersburg, to Alice McCoy Skelly. He graduated from Hiland High School in 1968 and joined the military after participating in ROTC, graduating from Kent State University. He served his country in the Army for 18 years. He was most recently employed by Terry's Tire Town in Canton. Survivors include his wife, JoEllen; daughter, Marianne; son, Michael, both of Michigan; sister, Gloria (Keith) Sigler of Strasburg; brother, Barry (Sally) Skelly of Grenada, MS; aunts, Jean (Richard) Hostetler of Walnut Creek, Diana Burgett of Lancaster, OH; uncles, Larry (Pam) McCoy of New Cumberland, Dr. Ted (Karen) McCoy of Ragersville; also, nieces, nephews, cousins, stepdaughter and two step grandchildren. Plans are for a military burial at Arlington National Cemetery. He was loved and admired by many and will be missed by all who knew him.
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Debbie Campbell
February 11, 2007
JoEllen, there are no words to help ease the pain of your loss. May you find peace and comfort in the many prayers and thoughts of others who are there for you now and in the future.
Tracey Mahaney
February 9, 2007
Dear Ms. Skelly, I just wanted to say how sorry I am again about Mr. Skelly. You do not know me but I spoke with on the phone Friday evening from Time Warner Cable Dispatch in regards to your cable service. I could feel your pain when we ended our call and I just felt the need to let you know I am thinking of you.
Barb Misivich
February 9, 2007
JoEllen,
John and I want to send our deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your family. We will miss Terry at eucher at the Moose. We did not know Terry for long but we thought he was a good guy. God Bless! John and Barb
Rick Lutz
February 8, 2007
Iam sorry to hear of Terry's passing.Terry worked with me for several years and we enjoyed talking about ,family,sports,politics,military and life in general.He expressed a passion for those things and understood life after death.God Bless Terry,his wife,family and friends.
Peter & Cindy Ingham
February 8, 2007
JoEllen,
We are truly saddened to learn of Terry's passing.
If we can be of help during this difficult time do not hesitate to call on us.
debby reed
February 8, 2007
Jo-Ellen, we didn't know Terry that long, but loved him from the "get go" he was truly a great guy, you are in our thoughts and prayers, I'm there if you need someone, Deb and Ed
Helen Brown
February 7, 2007
JoEllen,
I am so sorry & sad about Terry.You & your family have my sympathy.I will miss him at eucher.I lost my husband at the age of 56 so if you need to talk
please don,t hesitate to call.
My heart goes out to you.
Helen Brown from the Moose & BP
debby reed
February 7, 2007
Jo-Ellen, My heart just breaks for you, you are for sure in my thoughts, hang in there! love you, Deb (gold clipper)
Monique Orban
February 7, 2007
Jo-Ellen,
I just want to let you know that Todd & I are so terribly sorry for your loss! Even though we only knew him for a short time, we could tell that Terry was a wonderful person!!! I wish we could've got to know him better!!! Your in our hearts & prayers, if you need anything please give me a call, you know the number.
Love,
Monique & Todd
Edward Gretchko
February 7, 2007
Dear JoEllen,
From your priest in Massillon: I wish PAX AETERNA/eternal peace for Terry. I have prayed for him each day since we met and spoke. I will continue to pray for you and your family during this time of your great loss and hope to see you as soon as possible.
May he be where the name of God is great. May he be with the living God now and forever.
Father Ed Gretchko
February 7, 2007
JoEllen and Family-
I was deeply saddened to hear of
Terry's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jill Karlen
formerly of Drs. Belles and Rath
Lynne Hershberger
February 7, 2007
As a high school and college friend of Terry's I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing last weekend. He has always had a very special place in my heart and his humor, spirit, and wit will forever live on in a quiet corner of my mind...My sincere sympathies to his loving family including his children, aunts, uncles, his sister, his brother, and all the rest of his extended family and friends who were a part of his life...
Lori Campbell
February 7, 2007
Dear JoEllen,
So very sorry for your loss, Terry was an awesome person and will be missed by many. He was a great euchre partner and a good friend. Your in my thoughts JoEllen, should you need me just call. Blessings to you and the your family,
Lori and Ruthie
Linda Hively
February 7, 2007
JoEllen
So sorry to hear of Terry's passing,Such a kind person. My sincere thoughts are with you at such a sad time.
Linda Hively
Lisa Vissoc
February 7, 2007
My sincere sympathy goes out to your family. I briefly knew Terry for a short time last year, but touched my life. God be with you.
lori santimarino
February 7, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jerry and Darla Engel
February 7, 2007
Dear JoEllen,
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family in this great moment of sorrow. We will always think of Terry as the strong, kindly man that he was.
Affectionately,
Jill Stanbro
February 7, 2007
Joellen,
My heart goes out to you. Terry was too young for this to happen. I am sending a hug and hope it helps a tiny bit.
Jill Stanbro - Bogart's card group
Michael Zulick
February 7, 2007
Terry was one of those remarkable few who truly touched the lives of everyone he met. Although we only worked together for a short time, I will miss him deeply. My sincere sympathies to his family and many other friends.
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