Kenneth A. Skiles

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Retired USAF, MSG, Kenneth Arthur Skiles, 75, of Smithton, IL, born June 18, 1944, in Charleston, WV, died Wednesday, April 15, 2020, at his residence.

Kenneth was a retired United States Air Force Master Sergeant. He was a fan of the Special Olympics. He loved family time and the holidays. Kenneth also enjoyed traveling, especially to Dollywood.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James William and Sarah Eunice, nee Bowne, Skiles; and a brother, Clyde Skiles.

Surviving are his wife Rosalina Skiles;
his six children, Karen Kalert, John Skiles, Candy Jo Vanfleet, Leslie Boswell, Bobby Skiles, and Kenneth Skiles, Jr;
17 grandchildren, William Thayer IV, Travis Skiles, Bradley Peffly, Jenalyn Skiles, Malachi Skiles, Alexander Vanfleet, Aaron Vanfleet, Shawn Vanfleet, Shane Vanfleet, Kerri Skiles, Alan Skiles, Caitlynn Skiles, Victoria Skiles, Jonathan Skiles, Leslie Skiles, Nicole Skiles, and Hyland Skiles ;
a brother, Max Skiles;
and a sister, Charlotte Skiles.

Memorials may be made to the Special Olympics. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.

Visitation: Private family services will be held.

Burial will be at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, MO.

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9 Comments on Kenneth A. Skiles

max skiles said : Guest Report Apr 27, 2020 at 11:50 PM

KENNY WAS THE ONLY BROTHER ALL THE TIME AND EVEN IF THE DISTANCE BETWEEN US WE STILL VISITED EACH OTHER OFTEN I MISS HIM VERY MUCH BUT AT LEAST HE IS NOT IN TERIABLE PAIN ANY MORE RIP IN PEACE BROTHER I LOVE YOU DEARLY

  • seth
  • wva
American Legion Post 937 said : Guest Report Apr 23, 2020 at 4:05 PM

Sincere sympathy, thoughts & prayers for our fellow comrade Ken and his family. GEM Post 937 Alan Billhartz, Commander

  • Smithton
  • Il
Julie and Dan Mongeon and family said : Guest Report Apr 18, 2020 at 4:19 PM

Our sincerest sympathies for the Skiles family. Ken was such a driving force and advocate for all the kids of PTOEC and Special Olympics. His larger than life presence will be missed greatly. We will keep you all in our prayers.

  • Smithton
  • Illinois
Lourwood Family said : Guest Report Apr 17, 2020 at 12:51 PM

Our Prayers go out to the family today. Ken will be missed. His love for the kids was really great to see and Special Olympics. Remember the good times in the rough days ahead.

  • Cahokia
  • Illinois
Candy Vanfleet said : Guest Report Apr 17, 2020 at 11:57 AM

My prayers and heart go out to the family. My dad will be greatly missed. I just got him ba k in my life 5 years ago and now he us go e. Karen and rose if u need anything g or need to talk please dont hesitate to call me

  • Quincy
  • Illinois
Gene Layeski said : Guest Report Apr 17, 2020 at 11:17 AM

Rose, I am so sorry for your loss, and will miss Ken greatly. He was a good friend, with a big heart for our kids and his country. Our thoughts and prayers for God's Peace are with you and if we can be of any help, please call.

  • O'Fallon
  • IL
Marcia & Stacey Morgan said : Guest Report Apr 17, 2020 at 9:46 AM

We are sorry for your loss. Ken will be missed. Rose, we are here for you if we can be of help.

  • Swansea
  • IL
Rodney and Barb Reinier and Family said : Guest Report Apr 17, 2020 at 4:25 AM

Our prayers and thoughts go out to your family. Reinier Family

  • Lebanon
  • Illinois
Wendell H er lms said : Guest Report Apr 16, 2020 at 8:40 PM

Condolences to the family of a good friend and a fine person. Rest in Peace my friend

  • Dayton
  • Ohio

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