Anthony "Sonny" Skocelas, age 68 of Manistee, MI died Thursday evening, February 16, 2017 at his home in Stronach with his family by his side. He was born May 6, 1948 in Manistee, son of the late Katie (Sam) Skocelas-Glocheski and Tony L. Skocelas. He attended Brethren High School before proudly serving our country earning sergeant in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War where he served 2 tours. He served our country for 25 year before retiring from his military career an honorable discharge. He married Becky M. Bishop on June 14, 1969, at St. Mary's of Mount Carmel Shrine Catholic Church in Manistee. Tony and Becky devoted much of their time throughout the years volunteering at Manistee Catholic Central School where they were inducted into the M.C.C. Hall of Fame. Tony was very proud of his children and grandchildren supporting them in their academics, sporting events, and accomplishments. He was a member of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians and a member of the LRBOI Warrior Society.

He is survived by his wife Becky of Manistee; his daughters, Lisa (Jamison) Hill of Edmond, OK; Tina Skocelas of Devol, OK; and Heidi Skocelas-Mikula (Bill Parsons) of Levering, MI; 6 grandchildren: Bianca, Lexi & Jack Hill, Grayson & Jace Skocelas and Brady Mikula; 2 sisters: Lorretta (Larry) Becarria-Lindeman and Millicent (Frank) Biers all of Manistee, MI; 2 sisters-in-law, Bette Bishop and Julie Metcalf both of Manistee, MI. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive him.

In addition to his parents, Tony was preceded in death by his brother, Stanley Skocelas and his father and mother-in-law, Sam & Irene Bishop.

According to his wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Aki Madazwiin Community Center in Manistee located at 2953 Shaw Be Uuo Ong Road just off of Dontz Road in Manistee with Rev. Scott Lawler officiating. Members of the Manistee County United Veterans Council will also present military honors. Following funeral ceremonies a luncheon and time of fellowship will continue at the Aki Center. The family will be at the Aki Center on Tuesday from 2:00 to 3:00 pm to receive friends until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in Tony's name for Manistee Catholic Central and Munson Hospice. Envelopes are available at the funeral home and will be available at the Aki Center on Tuesday.

The Herbert Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of funeral arrangements.