Skeen Funeral Home

09/14/2025

On behalf of everyone at Skeen Funeral Home, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the McWaters Family for allowing us to serve you during this difficult time. It is an honor to assist you and your loved ones, and we hope that our services will provide some comfort and support.
Please know that our thoughts are with you, and we are here for you if you need anything further.
With sincere thanks,
The Staff at Skeen Funeral Home

09/14/2025

John Karo McWaters of Brundidge, AL passed away Friday, September 12, 2025, at his residence. He was 86. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at Skeen Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Cary Maulden officiating. Burial will follow on St. John Baptist Church Cemetery with Skeen Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends Tuesday at the funeral home from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Karo was born June 2, 1939 to the late Eddis McWaters and Ollie B. Flowers McWaters. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Karo McWaters, a grandson, Jared Kyle Ellis and a brother, Jerry McWaters. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Shirley McWaters, Brundidge; daughters. Amelia Long, (Terry), Enon Community, Tina Senn (Sammy), Ariton, AL, Sheila McWaters and Sharon Shackelford, both of Roanoke, AL; grandchildren, Landon Long (Laura), Jodi Wilson (Josh), Justin Ryan Senn (Chloe), Dakota Shackelford, Gavin Shackelford (Mallory), Dillon Shackelford (Brooke), Kelsey Wilkerson (Ethan), Dalton Shackelford, Gage Shackelford (Emily), Callie Moore (Paxton), Kelton, Tucker, and Tanner; 13 great grandchildren; siblings, Valleen Wood (Jeff), Sylvialeen House, Ed Jr. McWaters (Debbie); several nieces and nephews. Today we remember and honor a truly remarkable man — a devoted husband, a loving father, a generous brother, and a faithful friend. He was a man who lived his life with quiet strength, humility, and deep love for his family. Happily married for 62 years, he raised four daughters and was a steady, dependable provider — not just in material ways, but in love, support, and example. He stayed close to his roots, always nearby, always present — not just in location, but in spirit. He was a man who gave freely of himself — generous with his time, his help, and his heart. He wasn’t concerned with possessions or status; he cared most about the people in his life and the relationships he nurtured. He worked hard and lived humbly, showing his family — by the way he lived — what it means to be committed, hardworking, and faithful. His life was grounded in love for the Lord, and he carried that faith quietly but firmly throughout his days. He leaves behind a legacy of love, generosity, and devotion that will continue to inspire all who knew him.

09/10/2025

On behalf of everyone at Skeen Funeral Home, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the Hill Family for allowing us to serve you during this difficult time. It is an honor to assist you and your loved ones, and we hope that our services will provide some comfort and support.
Please know that our thoughts are with you, and we are here for you if you need anything further.
With sincere thanks,
The Staff at Skeen Funeral Home

09/10/2025

Sherry Elaine Hill of Troy passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025, at Troy Regional Medical Center. She was 62. Skeen Funeral Home will be assisting the Hill family with a simple cremation. Sherry was born February 22, 1963 in Mulberry, FL. to the late James and Linda Massey. She is survived by her sons, James Allen Hill (Jennifer), Navarre, FL, Chris Hill, Troy, and a daughter, Linda Bujnowski (Wesley), Troy; grandchildren, David Hill, Easton Hill, Brennan, Lakelyn, Alyssa, Kayson, and Skylar.

09/08/2025

On behalf of everyone at Skeen Funeral Home, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the Green Family for allowing us to serve you during this difficult time. It is an honor to assist you and your loved ones, and we hope that our services will provide some comfort and support.
Please know that our thoughts are with you, and we are here for you if you need anything further.
With sincere thanks,
The Staff at Skeen Funeral Home

09/08/2025

Larry Green of Midland City, AL passed away Friday, September 5, 2025, at his residence. He was 79. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Monday, September 15, 2025, at Skeen Funeral Chapel with Rev. Kevin Dixon officiating. Burial will follow in Green Hills Memorial Park Cemetery with Skeen Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends Monday at the funeral home from 2:00 p.m. until time of service. Larry was born February 18, 1946 to the late Henry Dowling Green and Julene Medley Green. Larry served our country in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Air Force. He was the owner operator of a trucking company, and he also owned a racetrack in Cottonwood, AL. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Diane Green, a daughter, Teresa Stroud, and his brother, Carl Green. He is survived by his wife, Susan. Dye, Midland City, AL; son-in-law, John Stroud, Lillian, AL; brother, Jimmy Green, Montgomery, AL; grandchildren, Alaina Vandyke (Trey), Ty Stroud and Brenden Stroud; great granddaughter, Evie Vandyke; stepsons, Nicky Dye (Shauna), Jarrod Dye (Allison), and Brock Dye; step grandchildren, Ady, Gabby, Jagger, Grant, and Griffin; and a special nephew, Justin Green.

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09/02/2025

On behalf of everyone at Skeen Funeral Home, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the Sheets Family for allowing us to serve you during this difficult time. It is an honor to assist you and your loved ones, and we hope that our services will provide some comfort and support.
Please know that our thoughts are with you, and we are here for you if you need anything further.
With sincere thanks,
The Staff at Skeen Funeral Home

09/02/2025

Mr. James Walter Sheets of Troy, AL, passed away Sunday, August 31, 2025, at his residence.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, September 4, 2025, at Skeen Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Shayne Allen and Rev. Andy Marler officiating. Burial will follow with Military Honors in Hebron Baptist Church Cemetery with Skeen Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends Thursday at the chapel from 2:00 p.m. until time of service. Mr. James was born July, 18, 1942, in Pike County Alabama to the late William Walter and Sara Sheets. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served in the Viet Nam War. He was also a gifted woodworker. In addition to both parents Mr. James was preceded in death by his three brothers Wayne Sheets, Charles Sheets, and Gene Sheets; two sisters Clara Allen and Erlene Swain. He is survived by his wife of 56 years Linda Sheets; a son, Kevin Sheets (Tracy); two sisters, Ester Mehaffey and Linda Tillery Giles; six grandchildren, Hunter Sheets, Elly Sheets, Brody Sheets, Carter Paramore, Gracie Paramore, and Riley Paramore. Serving as pallbearers are as follows: Hunter Sheets, Brody Sheets, Carter Paramore, Josh Prescott, Justin Prescott, and Jeremy Till

07/21/2025

On behalf of everyone at Skeen Funeral Home, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the Howard Family for allowing us to serve you during this difficult time. It is an honor to assist you and your loved ones, and we hope that our services will provide some comfort and support.
Please know that our thoughts are with you, and we are here for you if you need anything further.
With sincere thanks,
The Staff at Skeen Funeral Home

07/18/2025

Dr. Robert Johnson Howard passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025, at Baptist Medical Center South in Montgomery, AL. He was 73 years old. His visitation will be held at Skeen Funeral Home in Troy, AL, from 3 PM to 4 PM on Monday, July 21, 2025, with a graveside service immediately following at Oakwood Cemetery with eulogy given by Michael Orlofsky and family..

Dr. Howard will be remembered for his passion for giving back to the community, his witty humor, and the drive for perfection he brought to every task he studied. He ran his dental practice in the heart of Troy as a labor of love until the day he died, just as he always dreamed. Patients knew him not just as a master of his craft but as a lighthearted comedian who never hesitated to inflate a rubber glove or find a nose.

Robert contributed generously throughout his life to Marion Military Institute, the place he credited for making a man out of him and later his two sons. He was an audiophile who loved live music and building beautiful sound systems for weeks at a time, only to give them away to anyone who could appreciate a soulful album.

As a father, Robert preached the importance of education but also joined his kids in adventures: scuba diving, golfing, deep-sea fishing, taekwondo, quail hunting, and above all, music. He insisted to his loved ones they were “the cream” who would rise to the top and pushed them forward with his confidence in their potential.

Robert is survived by his four loving children – Melissa Howard, Doug Howard (Amanda), Tizzy Oswalt (Jonathon), and Michael Howard (Whitney) – and his three amazing grandchildren, Harper Howard, Louisa Howard, and Blakely Oswalt who will never know how much fun that guy could be. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Mary Howard and James Howard. His dedicated staff will miss him dearly: Julie Green, Cindy Wright, and Lindsey Hilburn.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Marion Military Institute Foundation: Give - Marion Military Institute. https://marionmilitary.edu/giving/ or go to their website is www.marionmilitary.edu There phone number is 800-664-1842

07/15/2025

On behalf of everyone at Skeen Funeral Home, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the Berry Family for allowing us to serve you during this difficult time. It is an honor to assist you and your loved ones, and we hope that our services will provide some comfort and support.
Please know that our thoughts are with you, and we are here for you if you need anything further.
With sincere thanks,
The Staff at Skeen Funeral Home

07/15/2025

Meril C. Berry of Troy, AL passed away Monday, July 14, 2025 at Baptist Medical Center South in Montgomery, AL. She was 73. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 18, 2025 at Skeen Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Greg Aman officiating. Burial will follow in Green Hills Memorial Park Cemetery with Skeen Funeral Home of Troy directing. The family will receive friends Friday at the funeral home from 1:00 p.m. until time of service. Meril was born October 24, 1951 in Haleburg, AL to the late Hirschel and Maudrie Creel, In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her brothers, Hirschel Creel, Donald Creel, Larry Creel, and Danny Creel; sister Shirley Moring; brothers- in-law, Bobby Moring, and Herbert Henderson; sister-in-law Jackie Creel; nephews, Tim Creel, Mark Burdeshaw, and Micah White; niece Monette Copeland; Special claimed grandchildren: Eden Sophia Sims, Naomi Faith Sims, and Katie Grace Sims. She is survived by her husband, Franklin Berry, Troy; daughter, Meagan Elizabeth Berry, OR; sisters, Fran Henderson, Murphy, North Carolina, Glenda Borener, Dothan, AL, Gayle White, Madison, AL, and Kathy Creel, Tallahassee, FL; sister-in-law, Clarice Creel, Malvern, AL; nieces and nephews: Terry Creel (Denise), Ocean Springs, MS, Connie Cox, Columbus GA, David Moring (Maria), Birmingham AL, Allen Moring, Marble Hill, MO, Janet Ford Columbia, TN, Gary Moring, Columbus, GA, Victor Henderson (Joetta), Quitman, GA, Sherry Shirah (Greg), Wicksburg, AL, Sandy Brown (Perry), Lagrange, GA, David Burdeshaw (Tracie), Headland, AL, Kristin Sims (Joshua), Athens, AL, Keisha Akhavein (Mehdi), Tallahassee, FL, and Kristopher Creel, Tallahassee, FL; many great nieces and great nephews; special friends, Ola Mae Starks, Carol McLindon, and Robert Schofield. Serving as pallbearers will be Josh Sims, Robert Schofield, Carl Hussey, Bill Hussey, Charles Brown, Greg Brown, Morgan Brown, and Weston Brown.

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