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David Skidmore Obituary

Skidmore, David 62, Program Manager, with Beech for nearly 30 years, died Tuesday, January 30, 2018. David was a loving father, son, brother, uncle, grandfather, as well as a friend, colleague, and mentor to many. Survived by his parents, Jerry and Betty Skidmore of Iola, KS; son, Jesse (Natalie) Skidmore of Washington DC; daughter, Erin (Ryan Christo) Skidmore of Oakland, CA; sister, Janet (Fred) Apt of Iola, KS; brother Dennis (Kay) Skidmore of Atlanta, GA; grandchildren, Sophia Skidmore & John "Jack" Skidmore. David was a graduate of Iola High School, Class of 1974, and earned his B.S. in Education from the University of Kansas in 1978. David was a member of the Masonic Lodge # 38, Iola, KS and Mirza Shrine, Pittsburg, KS. In lieu of flowers, you may send a donation in his name to the NCADD: www.ncadd.org/donations/memorial-donation (212-269-7797). Celebration of Life/Memorial Service will be at 1:00 pm, Saturday February 24, 2018, at Chapel Hill United Methodist Church in Wichita, KS. Downing & Lahey East Mortuary. Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com

Published by Wichita Eagle from Feb. 14 to Feb. 18, 2018.
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Skidmore family, so sorry for your loss, I knew Dave for a good portion of his 30 years, he had a passion for what he did, he was a great co-worker and friend, we worked side by side for several years. He will be missed...

Greg Massey

February 24, 2018

Warm regards to all the Skidmores and sympathy for the loss of David at such a young age. It sounds like he filled those years with life and help to others. I wish I was able to accompany Mom Peggy to the Celebration of his life and learn more about him. We were quite young when we last met.
Thinking of you all,

Pam Brown

February 21, 2018

Dear Skidmores, I am very sorry to learn about your loss and my thoughts are with you.

Stephen Rauf

February 20, 2018

So saddened to hear of Dave's passing. Love to his family and close friends. I knew Dave in the 70's and early 80's when he was courting and married to my cousin, Marion. Although their lives went different ways, their beautiful children are proof that they were drawn together for a reason. I'm glad I knew him in the carefree days of college and early fatherhood. He was full of fun and possibilities. Sad to think he's gone at such a young age. Sending healing thoughts.

Alice Burkart

February 18, 2018

Janet...
So saddened to hear of the death of David. Haven't been in touch for years, but think of you and your family. I will make sure the Brown family know about David's passing

Janice Meirowsky Mowat

February 18, 2018

thanks old friend for treating me and family with respect. I always remember the summers at the ball fields. B. King Augusta , Roll Tide.

Bob King

February 18, 2018

To The Family,
We were so shocked to hear the sad news. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
The Hyatt & Pierson Families

February 15, 2018

Dave - you were a warm, sensitive gem of a fellow. I already miss seeing you at some of our get-together's. Rest in peace my friend.

Les Taylor

February 14, 2018

I will always remember you, Dave, and our long talks and friendship from the NL days.

Debbie Schuessler

February 14, 2018

I miss you. XO Til we meet again...

Joni Sulanke

February 13, 2018

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