Leona Agnes Skelley's Obituary
Decatur – Leona Agnes Skelley, 92, passed away on Thursday, May 11, 2017 in McKinley Court Nursing Home. Decatur, IL.
Leona was born on April 23, 1925 in Springfield, IL the daughter of Vincent and Theodora (Kazlonas) Yanorofski . She was a member of Ss. James & Patrick Parish. She married William Donald Skelley on October 2, 1948 in Decatur, IL. He preceded her in death on February 9, 1991.
Surviving are her daughter, Monica Skelley of Decatur; sons, Mark Skelley (Carol) of Oakley; William David Skelley (Leah) of Tampa, FL; Louis Skelley (Brenda) of Buckley, WA; 15 grandchildren, and 27 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, spouse, and daughter, Agnes M. Bernard.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 AM Tuesday, May 16, 2017 in St. Patrick Catholic Church in Decatur, IL with Rev. John Burnette as Celebrant. Visitation will be 10-11 AM Tuesday in the church. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.
The family of Leona Agnes Skelley is being served by Moran & Goebel Funeral Home, 2801 N. Monroe Street, Decatur, IL 62526. Share memories and send condolences to the family at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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