Derek D. Skaife

Dear Linda, from far away Im sending you this note to let you know that Im thinking of you at this time. Luna, Mischa, Schlunggi and I moved permanently to San Gimignano (Italy) last August. And whenever I see the little caskets with their ashes I remember Derek and you, wishing you both peace and serenity. If youre ever in my area, let me know so we can try to get together. Un bacio...
Eve Solis, Casella Postale 18, 53037 San Gimignano (SI), Italy; [email protected]

I was so saddened to read about Derek's passing. I met him in 1960 and he was my first serious boyfriend. Even though decades have passed, I cherish the memories from so long ago. Derek had a wonderful sense of humor, was very intelligent, kind, and creative. My sincerest sympathy to your family. Derek was indeed a special guy!

What a shock to read about Dr. Skaife. He was our Vet all the years he owned The Animal Clinic. Started going there when Dr. Hilton owned it!! So....many years of wonderful care for our family pets. He had such a wonderful manner with animals and their "parents". So sad to read he left us at such a young age! Know all his patients feel your loss.
Maxine Lucas

Derek and I worked together at Serra Vet and he was a great doctor and a good friend. Don't think we ever had an argument. We had a friendly wager about us each quitting smoking and we both won! I'll miss him dearly.

To the Skaife Family,

I worked as a veterinary assistant at Serra Vet Clinic when Dr. Bazlen and Dr. Skaife were there. Because of my experiences there with the two of them, I went on to become a veterinarian myself. As a matter of fact, I came back to Serra as a vet shortly after Dr. Skaife bought his own practice, The Animal Clinic, in Santa Clara.

Dr. Skaife (I have a hard time calling him Derek because of the respect I have for him) was always there with an easy...

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17

Dear Linda and family.
I'm shocked and incredibly sad to learn that Derek has passed away. My heart aches for your profound loss.
I have so many memories of him caring so wonderfully and competently for Mischa, Schlunggi, and Luna. I will cherish his compassion and wonderful personality for the rest of my life.
Wishing you all gentle healing!
Eve

Dear Linda,
I am so sad and sorry to hear of Derek's death. He was a very special person and a great veterinarian..in all ways. I have many fond memories of meeting for radiology 'seminars' and the wonderful lunches at your hospital in the "old" days (I retired in 1990). One of my regrets in life is having lost touch with you and Derek.
I can't begin to know your sense of loss. Please accept my sincere condolences. Hannah joins me in this.
Sincerely, Carl...