BORN

1932

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Haisten Funerals & Cremations

1745 Zack Hinton Parkway

McDonough, Georgia

Carl Skelton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 23, 2016.

Carl Thomas Skelton, age 84, of McDonough, GA passed away December 23, 2016. Carl was born in Atlanta, GA the son of the late Nellie Mozele Cline Skelton and William Curtis Skelton. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Evelyn Hardeman; brother, Lamar Skelton; and a grandson, Anthony Daniel. Carl served his country in the US Air Force for 21 years, and became an insurance agent with Life of Georgia after his retirement from the military. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, driving and sightseeing, and most of all doing for his grandchildren.





Survivors are his children; Carla Daniel of McDonough, Thomas Skelton of Barnesville and Frank Skelton of Stockbridge; grandchildren, Kaylin Daniel, Matthew Daniel, Eli Daniel, Morgan Ridgeway and Curtis Skelton; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. A private memorial service will be held later by the family.



Arrangements are being handled under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home in McDonough (770.914.8833). To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit our website at www.haistenfunerals.com.





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January 19, 2017

Annelle Branan

So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your precious memories bring you comfort, peace and healing.

December 30, 2016

Cindy Sullivan

Love you Skelton Family❤ Your dad was a great man and clearly loved all of you. He will surely be missed. You are in our prayers. Jeff, Cindy, Sara & Isabelle Sullivan

December 30, 2016

Cecile Englert

Carla, I'm so sorry about your Dad. Kind thoughts and prayers are with you and your children, know you are loved. Cecile Englert

December 27, 2016

Deborah Bowen

I wish I had the words to make it better but know that you are thought about. You and your family have my prayers of comfort and peace at this time.

December 24, 2016

Carla, I'm sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

December 23, 2016

Mike and Teresa McBride

Carla, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We Love You!!!

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