Michael (Mike Stevens) Skerel

I'm so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I was lucky enough to work alongside him both in Orlando and in Scranton -- where we shared desks opposite each other. He was a kind soul with a newsman's sense of humor -- in other words, slightly naughty... Which is a combination that brings a smile to my face whenever I think of him. I cannot think of Mike without smiling and feeling a sense of brotherhood with him -- and I think that is the best tribute to his life of all. Not many people make you...

I worked with Mike from time to time at WNEP between 1998 and 2008. It was always, always a pleasure. As a "new guy" who grew up in NEPA but hadn't yet worked there, Mike helped me understand what an "On the PA Road" piece should be. The first time he told me what it was, I had a hard time understanding it..."that's IT?" But once I learned what he was really after, I understood completely. His way of writing these stories was part of the secret sauce that makes home, home. I treasured...

So sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers to Judy and family from an old WBGH nursing school friend and coworker. RIP Mike!

Farewell to another Swoyersville High, Class of '62 classmate. Enjoy the road to Heaven, Mike. You are greatly missed by all those you touched here. Blessings to your wife and family.

Dear Mike Skerel Family,
Our sympathy to all on your loss. May his love, warm your hearts with happy memories. I am a former Clinton Street neighbor, who remembers Mike as a kid growing up; and "one who did good!'

Very sorry for your loss

So very sorry for your loss

His life was a gift to all of us!

Mike had the best voice and intonation for a reporter. He had a calm authority that lended to the stories he spoke of . He interviewed me once for a short piece. I was really nervous, but he was kind and courteous-- just a wonderful human being. He really cared.