Louis Skelley

Louis "Ted" Skelley, 73, of Mansfield, Texas, a loving father, grandfather, companion and friend, passed away Friday, August 2, 2013. Ted was born August 1, 1940, to the late Louis and Evelyn Skelley in Houston. His family and friends meant the world to him, and he was always there to help when needed. His talents were endless and he never backed down from a challenge. He will be forever missed by all who knew him. Survivors: His companion and love of 22 years, Barbara Tonore and her extended family; his children, Carl Skelley and wife, Tamra, Lynn Jones and husband, William, Cheryl Baumgartner and husband, David, and John Skelley; grandchildren, Layne and Krysta Skelley, Taylor and Samantha Jones, John Robert and Judy Baumgartner, and Jennifer Skelley; three great-grandchildren; sisters, Roselyn Payne, Donna Baker and Charlotte Skelley; and numerous nieces and nephews. Ted was preceded in death by his wife, Judith Ann Skelley, and one son, Robert Wayne Skelley.