Ollie M. Skillern Sr.
November 16, 1924 ~ May 22, 2013
Ollie M. Skillern, Sr. 88, Martinsville, died peacefully at home May 22, 2013. Mr. Skillern was born November 16, 1924, in Indianapolis, to the late John Skillern and Lilly (Edge) Smith.
He worked for 33 years in the freight business, ten of those with ABF. He was an ordained minister and touched many lives through evangelization through the years. He enjoyed repairing furniture, woodworking, and staying busy. Mr. Skillern especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. A good husband, father, and grandfather, Ollie will be missed by his loving family.
In addition to parents, he was preceded in death by seven brothers and three sisters.
Survivors include his loving wife, Sandra (Gregory) Skillern, to whom he was united in marriage February 2, 1963; children, Ginger Skillern of Indianapolis, Ollie Skillern, Jr. of Mooresville, Christopher Skillern (Michelle) of Heritage Lake, Donna Baker of Stilesville, Dianna Compton of Florida, Betty Janitz of Florida, and William Skillern of Indianapolis; 18 grandchildren; 35 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren.
The funeral service will begin at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 25, 2013, in the Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville, with calling there from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 24, 2013. Rev. Sims Brock will officiate and burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Hall. Visit www.carlislebranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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He has been a blessing in so many ways touching people’s lives with his kindness and his funny ways …
We had the privilege of getting to know Mr. Ollie after his son & his family moved in across the street from us. We enjoyed the time we spent with him and Sandy at the family get togethers. When my husband had surgery a few years ago, Mr. Ollie & Sandy were at the hospital almost every day. We will always appreciate every thing he did for us. Good bye Mr. Ollie until we meet again.
i am very sorry and pray for your family and friends hugs cindy
Catherine L.brummett sent a virtual gift in memory of Ollie M. Skillern Sr.
I am sorry for Ollies family. I know he will be missed terribly but I also know Ollie is happy with his Lord. Jacki Bakr
2 Corinthians 1:3-4 I am sorry for your loss. My Prayers go out to your Family.
Ollie was one of the most shaped dressed men I ever met. He had a giving, sweet, kind spirit. He managed to light up a room with his genuine smile. Ollie was an outerward example of God’s love! He will be missed, but Heaven gained a true gentleman! Praying love, strength, and peace over your family. May God guide your steps as you endure the days ahead. Love you all! Laura Smith & The Smith Family
My condolences go out to this family. Yesterday, William Skillern was found in his apartment passed away. I was a close friend of his and we have been trying to contact the family. The death of his father caused Bill to be really depressed. They took William Skillern’s body to the Indianapolis Coroner’s office yesterday. If you can get word to this family that would be greatly appreciated. He did die alone, also. We left a message for Sandra – his stepmother and his sister, Donna yesterday, also. Please have them contact Russell at 317-946-8469.
Wes, Michelle & Family sent a virtual gift in memory of Ollie M. Skillern Sr.
Years ago when my Aunt Sandy had her liver transplant, my parents and I would go to the hospital to see her. Their granddaughter Krystal was about 2 or 3 at the time. I would go to the gift shop and buy her candy. At that time Uncle Ollie started to call me candy. I really liked that he gave a nickname. He was really LOVED BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM! LOVE YOU BUNCHES UNCLE OLLIE!!<3
My prayers go out to you Sandy and your family. Ollie had a great sense of humor and even though we didn’t see each other much, I will always think of you both as wonderful, and kind people. G-d has a place up there for Ollie and you. Bonnie Goff
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