Michael A. Skulas

SKULAS Michael A. Michael A. Skulas, age 84, of Toledo, passed away Friday, April 20, 2007, in Kingston Care Center, Sylvania. He was born April 18, 1923, to Anthony and Anastasia (Simantarakis) Skulas in Moundsville, West Virginia. Michael was employed with New York Central Railroad and retired from the Chessie System in 1984 after 20 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving his country proudly. Michael was an active member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral and St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church, Sylvania. He was also a member and past Master of Harbor Light Masonic Lodge #144, a past High Priest of Toledo Chapter #161, past Illustrious Master of Toledo Council #33, past Commander of St. Omar Commandry, past President of Evzones Unit and Craftsman Unit, both of the Zenobia Shrine, a member of the Tenedian Club and past President of the Pancretan Association and a member of the Young at Heart Group of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, the Walter Weller American Legion Post #135 and the Washington Local Retirees. In addition to his parents, Michael was preceded in death by his brothers, Lewis, John and Karl Skulas and daughter-in-law, Diane Skulas. He is survived by his loving wife of almost 57 years, Christina (Cherpas) Skulas; children, Dr. Irene Skulas; Martin (Diane) Skulas and Dr. Myron "Ron" Skulas; grandsons, Matthew (Debra), Mark, Corporal Paul Skulas, USMC; granddaughter, Ann Skulas and great-grand-son, Mitchel. The family will receive guests Monday from 9:30-11:00 a.m. at St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church, 4940 Harroun Rd. Sylvania, Ohio. Services will begin Monday at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will the Very Reverend Fr. Paul Albert. Interment will follow in Toledo Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church, General Fund. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.NewcomerFamily.com