Skeet Elijah Marler, 82, of Eldorado, IL; born on February 5, 1933 in Eldorado, IL; passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at his home.

Sergeant Marler was a United States Army Veteran. He served in both the Vietnam and Korean Conflicts retiring after 22 years of honorable service. He was a member of the American Legion. Skeet loved the outdoors and greatly enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was also an avid golfer.

He was preceded in death by his parents – Charles and Alice, nee Dibble, Marler. His loving wife Lucille, nee Wyllie, Marler. Two sons – John Marler, Lanny Ray Marler. One daughter – Kathy Ann Marler. Also preceded in death by four brothers and six sisters.

He is survived by his daughter – Kim Novak of Eldorado, IL. Six grandchildren. Eight great-grandchildren.

Visitation: Friends may call at Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in Marissa, IL on Tuesday, September 8, 2015 from 11:00am to 1:00pm.

Interment: Burial will be held in the Marissa Township Cemetery in Marissa, IL.

1. Administrator says:

   06/29/2018 at 8:42 pm

   The memories of Skeet and Lucille have always been some of the best parts of my childhood. Kim, I am so sorry that your dad has left you but keep your eye on the prize. We will see him again some day. Love you and pray for peace and comfort for you and your girls.

   Posted by: Jonnie Denning – Dunn, NC Sep 04, 2015

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2. Administrator says:

   06/29/2018 at 8:41 pm

   So sorry for your loss. Lots of memories with your family, May God hold you in his arms and give you peace.

   Posted by: Clara Geralds Taylor – marissa, IL – friend Sep 04, 2015

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3. Administrator says:

   06/29/2018 at 8:41 pm

   I’m sorry for ur loss on be half of my family ur in are prayers

   Posted by: michael – Pasadena, TX – family friend Sep 04, 2015

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4. Administrator says:

   06/29/2018 at 8:41 pm

   You have my deepest sympathy and I pray for you and your family’s strength and comfort during this time.. I remember your mom and dad and Lanny and you coming to mom and dad’s house, (David and Marion Geralds) and it was always a fun time with them. They were full of life and I have such great memories of your dad’s smile. I know they are all having a joyous reunion now. You will see them again some day.

   Posted by: Betty Geralds Stone – Marissa – Friend Sep 07, 2015

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