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JOHN WILLIAM SKILLEN
Born: Jan 30, 1936
Date of Passing: Aug 06, 2016
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOHN (JACK) WILLIAM SKILLEN January 30, 1936 - August 6, 2016 It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of John (Jack) Skillen on August 6, 2016 at the age of 80. Jack leaves to lovingly cherish his memory his wife Doreen, daughter Teresa and Ernest, son John and Lisa, Steven (12), Peter (9), Elizabeth (6), grand and great-grandchildren Jaclyn, Danielle and Keith and great-grandson Michael (3), Cody, Sarah, Mark and great-granddaughter Aidan (1), Andy, and Jade. Jack is also survived by his sister Joyce, and brothers Raymond and wife Marjorie, Charles and wife Ruth. Jack is survived by many nieces and nephews and cousins as well. Jack was predeceased by his mother Mathilda, father William, sister Pearl, and brother-in-law Roland. He was also predeceased by his mother and father-in-law Alfred and Josephine Leonard. Everyone who knew the "grader man" loved and respected Jack. From giving candies to all the kids along his routes, to chatting with friends and neighbours along the way, he made everyone's day he touched just a little brighter. Thank you to all the family and special friends that have expressed love and care during this time. You know who you are. Thank you to the Springfield EMTs that first responded. Thank you to Bethesda Hospital, especially Ernesto, Bryan, Angel, Becky, Sharon and Monique for providing excellent care for Jack while he was in the hospital. Thank you to Dr. Gumber for making sure the nurses had what they needed. Thank you to Crystal for making sure things ran smoothly. Thank you to Chad Wheeler for all his care and empathy in taking such awesome care of Jack and our entire family. At Jack's request there will be no service, cremation has taken place. Remember him as he was. Funeral Arrangements in Care of: Wheeler Funeral Home, Cemetery & Crematorium 1800 Day Street - 204-224-1525 Please sign the book of memories at www.wheelerfuneral.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 13, 2016
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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Dear Doreen and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Jack was such a nice man. He was always laughing and joking around. He used to call me"Chicken" because of my name and would have everybody laughing at family get- togethers. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Doreen, Teresa, and John, and families. Rest in peace, Jack. Paulette Morrison - Posted by: Paulette Morrison (cousin through marriage) on: Aug 13, 2016
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Our deepest sympathy goes out to Doreen & family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Wes & Marjorie Koskie (Friends) on: Aug 13, 2016