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Anthony “Tony” J. Skeris, age 84, of Ripon, WI, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Tony was born on June 13, 1941 in Sheboygan, WI; the son of Anton and Bernice (Panuski) Skeris. He attended Ripon High School. Tony served his county in the U.S. Army from 1963-1965. He was a mechanic for farm equipment and then became a service manager before retiring. Tony loved to go hunting and fishing. He enjoyed playing cards and spending time with friends.
Tony is survived by his sister, Pat Strickland; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many dear friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Anton and Bernice; and 2 sisters: Carol Cotter, and Jean Wille.
A memorial service for Tony will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Divine Passage Funeral Home, 175 N Douglas Street, in Ripon, with Father Chuck Wrobel officiating. Full military honors will follow. Family and friends may visit at the funeral home on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 10:00AM until the time of the services. Inurnment will take place at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery at a later date. Divine Passage Funeral Home in Ripon is proudly serving the family. Divinepassagefunerals.com.
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