Reliford O. Skiles Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Reliford Orien “Butch” Skiles, 78, of Marion Twp., passed away September 3, 2021 at the Veteran’s Hospital, Pittsburgh, surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 15, 1943 in New Sewickley Twp., son of the late Clifford and Isabella Nelson Skiles. He was a retired mechanic with E. Reid Powell Refuse and Bachman’s Auto Garage, New Brighton, a member of the American Legion, Zelienople, a Navy Veteran of the Vietnam War, an avid automobile enthusiast and loved to dance. He is survived by his loving wife, Linda Miller Skiles. He is also survived by three daughters, Crystal Bonifate, Jessica Fogle, and her husband, Jason, and Pamela Dean, and her husband, Greg; seven grandchildren who were the love of his life, Candice, Raven, Makenzie, J.J., Zoe, Nevaeh, and his little buddy, Cash Orien; two sisters, Ada Skiles, and Penny Tolbert; two special life - long friends, Winky, and Dickiebird; several nieces and nephews, and some very special friends that Butch held close to his heart. He was preceded in death by a sister, Ida Losey; a brother, Albert Skiles, and his mother in law and father in law, Sam and Doris Miller. Butch’s wishes were to be cremated. The family would like to invite friends to a celebration of Butch’s life by gathering with the family to share life long memories and good times on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 from 3-6 PM, with a Memorial Service following at 6 pm in the WILLIAM MURPHY FUNERAL 349 Adams Street, Rochester. Officiating will be Rev. Gregory S. Clagg. In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to the VA of Pittsburgh Association, University Drive C, Pittsburgh, PA 15240.

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Reliford O. Skiles

June 15, 1943 - September 3, 2021