Richard Skidmore Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Richard Skidmore of Festus, Missouri, born in Saint Louis, Missouri, who passed away on May 21, 2024, at the age of 75, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Skidmore to show support.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Richard had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Richard may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Raymond Skidmore and Ruth Skidmore (Barklow); and his sister Virginia Gombas (late Joe). He is survived by: his children, Sharon Skidmore-Sterns (Jim) of Eureka, MO, Michael Skidmore of St. Louis, Samuel Skidmore (Kayla) of DeSoto, MO and Margaret Skidmore of Creve Coeur, MO; his grandchildren, Lauren Heatherly of St. Louis and Cooper Skidmore of DeSoto, MO; his sister Barbara Dixon (Joe) of St. Louis; and his brother-in-law David Pate of Mauritius, Africa..
