Dannie Lee Skeens, beloved husband, son, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2024, in Temecula, CA, surrounded by his loving family. He was 69 years old.

Dannie was born on February 27, 1955, in Battle Creek, MI, and was raised in both Michigan and Kentucky. He spent the last 50 years of his life in Southern California, where he built a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.

Dannie is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Maria Skeens; his mother, Opal Lee Skeens; his brothers: Ronnie Lee (Barb) Skeens of Hazard, KY; David Lee (Katrina) Skeens of Wooton, KY; Johnny Lee Skeens of Hazard, KY; Randy Lee Skeens of Wooton, KY; Jerry Lee (Kristine) Skeens of Oneida, TN; his sister, Patty Lee Skeens of Clinton, TN; and sister-in-law, Caroline Ann Noether (Bud) of Fresno, CA.

He is also survived by his children: Cherish (Sam) Ristow, Miranda (Eric) Williams, Linda Skeens, and Joshua Skeens, as well as his grandchildren: Victoria Skeens, Zachary Williams, Luna Rios, Mabel Lee Rios, Ethan Ristow, Jeremy Ristow, Matthew Ristow, Tyler Ristow, and Jake Ristow. Dannie was blessed with three great-grandchildren, Cody, Ben, and Alex, and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

He is preceded in death by his father, James Lee Skeens, and his brother, Roger Lee Skeens.

A graduate of Leslie County High School, Class of 1972, Dannie served his country in the United States Air Force from 1973 to 1977 and in the Air Force Reserves from 1977 to 1979.

Dannie married the love of his life, Maria, on March 19, 1983 in Las Vegas, NV. Their story began on the dance floor at the Harbor House in Sea Port Village, where they discovered a shared passion for dance and laughter. Their marriage was a testament to enduring love, lasting 42 wonderful years.

An entrepreneur at heart, Dannie was the owner and operator of Great American Pest Control for 25 years in San Diego, CA. Outside of work, he enjoyed playing softball with friends, collecting model cars, movies, music, and antiques. One of his greatest joys was visiting the movie theatre, where he spent many happy moments with family and friends.

Dannie was a man of faith and was a member of various Christian churches throughout his life, leaving a legacy of devotion and service.

A memorial service and celebration of Dannie's life will be held on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Revival Christian Fellowship, 29220 Scott Rd, Menifee, CA 92584.

The Skeens family will host a reception following the service at 28320 Harvest Gold Ct, Menifee, CA 92584, where military honors will be conducted by the United States Air Force.

Dannie Lee Skeens will be remembered for his kind heart, his immense love for his family, and the joy he brought into the lives of all who knew him.  He will be deeply missed, always in our thoughts with honor and love, and hold a special place in our hearts.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to England Family Mortuary, Inc.