Mr. Melvin M. (Widowmaker) Skeen
April 20, 1948 - February 15, 2021
Charleston, WV
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Mr. Melvin M. (Widowmaker) Skeen
April 20, 1948 - February 15, 2021
Charleston, WV
Obituary
Melvin (Widowmaker) Skeen, 72 of Charleston died Monday, Feb. 15, 2021 due to respiratory failure contributed to by Covid.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Dennie and Anna (Shamblin) Skeen; brothers, Thomas Skeen, Michael Skeen; and sister Ester M. Skeen
Mel is survived by his loving wife Belinda Skeen; son Joseph (Sharayah) Skeen; daughter Jenica Skeen Showman; sisters Margaret (Joe) Bolar and Diana (Allen) Arden; five grandchildren; sister in-laws Agnes Skeen and Sharon Skeen; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mel graduated from Stonewall Jackson High School class of 66. He was a decorated Vietnam Veteran serving in the 101st Airborne. He was President of Dying Breed MC and had served as an officer in several Motorcycle organizations. He loved to play Santa and would hand out gifts from his motorcycle. He was also a diehard WVU football fan.
Due to Covid, Mel is being cremated and a Celebration of his life will be held later this summer.
You may send condolences to the family at:www.barlowbonsall.com
Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home has been entrusted to handle the arrangements.
8 responses to Mr. Melvin M. (Widowmaker) Skeen
Jenna L Skeen says:
February 23, 2021
I’m so sorry for your loss. You’re all in my thoughts and prayers.
Rebecca Walker Wright says:
February 18, 2021
It is with great sadness I have learned of Melvin’s passing. Life is so short, and it’s good to see that, since our high school graduation, Melvin has had a very full life.
Many thanks to him for serving our country in one of the most dangerous wars yet to be fought.
His kindness and caring are evident in his love for the role of Santa Claus.
May you, his family, be comforted by the peace that comes from God.
Sharon Ross says:
February 18, 2021
I’m so sorry for your loss !!
Diana Skeen Arden says:
February 18, 2021
I will miss you my dear brother.
Anita May says:
February 18, 2021
Condolences to Mel’s family. Lots of great memories!