Wayne Skeaton

Wayne Skeaton, age 69, of Urbancrest, Ohio, passed away peacefully at The James Cancer Hospital on Friday, May 8, 2026. Wayne attended Urbancrest Elementary, Brookpark Junior High, and Grove City High School. Wayne was a proud member of The United States Air Force from 1978 to 1984. After his service to our country, Wayne worked in construction and as a temporary worker for the Village of Urbancrest, Ohio.

Although Wayne's health had been failing for several years, few people knew the extent of his struggles. His joy for life and indomitable spirit kept him persevering. He was creative, upbeat, quick-witted, and unfiltered.

He is Proceeded in death by parents Orland L. Sr. & Mary E. Skeaton. Brothers and Sisters Charles Skeaton, Arnold L. Skeaton, Ronald Skeaton, David E. Skeaton. Susie Irene Skeaton, Carolyn Hollowell.

He is survived by brothers and sisters, Orland, Skeaton Jr. of Columbus, Ohio

Dr, Betty J. Williams of Pickerington, Ohio, Mary E Kemper of Worthington, Ohio.

Michael Skeaton of San Leonardo, Calif. Ohio. Kenneth, Skeaton.(Joann) of Urbancrest, Ohio, Eileen Evans of Urbancrest Ohio, Anthony Skeaton (Gail) of Warner Robins, Georgia. Karen, L Graves, of Columbus, Ohio and a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, and other relatives in Friends

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, viewing from 2pm to 3pm, until time of service at 3pm, Newcomers Funeral Home, Grove City, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio 43123.