Dean Skinner Obituary
The memory of Dean Skinner of Eureka, Illinois, born in Chicago, Illinois, who passed away on October 18, 2024 at the age of 88, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Dean Skinner to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Dean may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Earle Ivan and Dorothy Neva Skinner (Harvey); his brother Ron; his stepfather Paul Meyer; and his brother-in-law Quintin Damerell.
He is survived by: his spouse Ardith E. Damerell; his brothers, Roger (Deanna) and Steven (Elizabeth); his stepbrother Dan Meyer (Carole); and his sister-in-law Linda Skinner. He is also survived by nine nephews and nieces, thirteen great nephews and nieces, two great-great nieces, and Ardith's nephew and great nephew.
A funeral service was held on Friday, October 25th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Evangelical United Methodist Church (401 Walnut St, Washington, IL 61571).
Memorials may be made to The Bridge United Methodist Church, Crossroads Global United Methodist Church or Apostolic Christian Restmor Home in Morton.
