(01/17/15) Cumberland – Ernest A. Skitt, 89, of Cumberland died peacefully Friday, January 16, 2015 at home. He was the beloved husband of Alice (Gilgannon) Skitt. Mr. and Mrs. Skitt celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary this past November 11.
A lifelong resident of Cumberland, he was a son of the late Harry and Edith (Buckley) Skitt.
He was a serviceman for the former Valley Gas Company, Cumberland for 38 years, retiring in 1987.
An avid tennis player, he was a member of Abbott Run Valley Club, Cumberland and Centre Court Tennis Club, East Providence.
He was a World War II Navy veteran. He was a 51-year member of Cumberland Post #14, American Legion, Cumberland.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving daughter, Karen Skitt of Cumberland; his two beloved grandsons, Shawn and Shane Pawluch; and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Harry Skitt.
His funeral service will be held Tuesday, January 20 at 11 A.M. at Bellows Funeral Chapel, 160 River Road, Lincoln. His burial will be private.
Relatives and friends are invited and may call Tuesday 10-11 A.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ernie’s memory to Gentiva Hospice, 2374 Post Road, Suite 206, Warwick, RI 02886 would be appreciated. For Directions and Guest Book, please visit www.bellowsfuneralchapel.com.
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