1923
2016
Alan Skirball
Dr. Alan Skirball, M.D., FACS, 92, of Queen Creek, Ariz., born Sept. 11, 1923, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016.
Dr. Skirball served in the Army Air Corp's 334th Fighter Squadron as a Second Lieutenant from April 1944 to December 1945. He was awarded the Air Medal with one Oak Leaf Cluster during his service. He attended Ohio State University for his Bachelor's degree, and his Doctor of Medicine. He did his internship and residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Mo. He practiced OB/GYN medicine in Granite City, Ill., and Glen Carbon, Ill., and was on staff at St. Elizabeth's (now Gateway Regional) Medical Center in Granite City, Ill., Oliver C. Anderson Hospital in Maryville, Ill., and Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. Mo., and was board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. After he retired, he and Betty eventually moved to Boca Raton, Fla. He was a member of Temple Shaare Emeth in St. Louis, Mo., an avid golfer and former member of Sunset Hills Country Club in Edwardsville, Ill.
He was the younger of two children born to Rudolph and Zehrel, nee Pinner, Skirball. Dr. Skirball married Betty Jean, nee Greene, Skirball on Sept. 15, 1949, and she preceded him in death in 2010.
Surviving are three children, Richard (Donna) Skirball of Granite City, Ill., Sally Skirball (Gary Hyduke) of Chandler, Ariz., and William (Peggy) Skirball of Holly Springs, N.C. He has two grandchildren, Alicia, nee Skirball, (Alex) Tosspon of O'Fallon, Ill., and Richard (Hannah) Skirball Jr., of Granite City, Ill.; four great-grandchildren, Samuel Skirball, Noah Skirball, Vivienne Skirball and Oliver Tosspon.
Services: A private family service will be held at Jefferson Barracks Memorial Cemetery, St. Louis, Mo.
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I never personally knew Dr. Skirball, but I'll always have an attachment to him.
I was born in Granite City in 1969 and Dr. Skirball was my mother's doctor, so he brought me into the world. This, in and of itself, isn't an uncommon story, considering many others can probably make the same claim. However, I'm sure I'm probably the only baby he delivered who was named after him.
My parents were searching for the right name to go along with "Robert", and the good doctor's name seemed as good as any to them, so i became Robert Alan Joles.
Thanks for bringing me into the world and lending me the use of your name, Dr. Skirball.
Robert Alan Joles
March 26, 2016
We were all sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. To the Skirball family, you will always be in our thoughts and prayers. I know your Dad touched a lot of peoples lives. I will cherish a drive around the block in a stick shift car. I was the driver and new at driving a car with a clutch. Only someone who flew planes could get out of that car so calm. It will always bring a smile to my heart-those fun memories. I was only lucky enough to meet both your parents a couple of times. Those few times are those times you treasure and never forget in a lifetime. I only hope I can pass along that welcoming kindness I was given by your Dad and your Mom. Sally, we send you and your family love and prayers. Lynn, Kurt, and Dad(Lou)
Lynn Miller
March 17, 2016
To Dick, Donna, Sally, and Bill I am very sorry to hear about your father. I had the pleasure to see and talk to him many times over the years as a pharmaceutical rep. I will always remember our discussions from medicine to scouting days that Dick and I had as young boys. He will be truly missed.
Rich Duft
Rich Duft
March 3, 2016
SEMPER FI - FELLOW VETERAN
THANK YOU - FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY.
You are one of our heroes.
We will remember you always and miss you dearly.
Take your Warrior's rest for a duty well done.
I wish to extend to members of your family my deepest sympathy on their loss. May the force of GOD be with them as they walk through this difficult time. May the loving promises of our LORD and Savior comfort them and give them strength.
As a grateful Veteran, I leave my sympathy and hope you accept this as a small token of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one to our Country.
SEMPER FI
U. S. MARINE AND VIET NAM VET
PHIL ODOM
March 2, 2016
Dick, Sally and Bill,
Your father was my favorite Uncle. Both of our fathers had Zehrel's humor which gave laughter to many. Your Dad lives on in the hearts of those who have loved him. Your Dad was a good man.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Eileen Skirball
Eileen Skirball
March 2, 2016
Sorry to hear of your fathers passing my prayers and thoughts are with you
Amanda (Barr)Dodson
March 2, 2016
Prayers to your family so sorry for your loss from a st. E employee
linda mcmurray
March 2, 2016
Skirball family, sorry to read about the passing of your father. what a great man. I have not seen him for a long time but I have great memories of your family growing up at SSHCC
barb Anderson
March 2, 2016
He delivered my daughter-we were close to his daughter Sallie and we send love to the family
Betty Weldon/Huetsch
March 2, 2016
Keeping your family in our prayers. He is in your hearts and soul, You will always have him in your heart.
kimberly speece
March 1, 2016
You touched many lives here in Granite City by delivering many babies and taking care of the health of many women. Myself, & my children were delivered by you with the utmost care.
My husband remembers you well at the Sunset Hills Country Club when he played golf with his father and you.
Thank you also for your service in the Air Corp.
Rest in Peace for a life well lived. Comfort and condolences from myself & my husband to your family at this time.
Cheryl Humphreys-Laughlin
March 1, 2016
This is hard for family but he is with his wife and much happier then all of us
Bobbie Decker Unfried
March 1, 2016
Alan and my father (the late Dr. Mel Freedman) were close friends,colleagues, and golf partners for many years. My father often made mention of Alan's extensive medical knowledge and skill. I remember Alan as very intelligent, humorous, quite a good storyteller, and a loyal OSU alumnus. My sincere condolences to his family.
Barry Freedman
March 1, 2016
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