Flint, Michigan
SKINNER, Douglas W. - Age 53, passed into heaven on Tuesday, June 17, 2008. He was the beloved son of Donald and Wilma Skinner, of Swartz Creek and loving father of Cole Skinner of Swartz Creek. Funeral service will be held at 11AM Saturday, June 21, 2008 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Reverend Gary Gauthier officiating. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation 3-7PM Friday and 10AM Saturday until the time of the service at the funeral home. He was born July 15, 1954, in Flint, Michigan to Donald and Wilma Skinner. He attended Southwestern High School and graduated in 1972. Doug worked 32 years for Frito Lay, Inc., most of those in Administration until his retirement in 2005. He was an avid golfer, musician and U of M sports fan. Doug is survived by his loving and dedicated parents, Donald and Wilma Skinner; son, Cole Skinner; sisters, Gayle (Roger) Bird of Flint and Marcia (Ron) Harris of Owosso; brothers, Daniel Skinner of Henderson, NV, David (Mary) Skinner, of Davie, FL and Donald (Claudia) Skinner of Hilo, Hawaii. He will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, friends and extended family. Doug will always be number one in our hearts. Donations may be sent to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. We would especially like to thank the dedicated and loving staff of the Hurley Hospital Intensive Care Unit and Oncology Department. Your condolences may be shared with the family at www. swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
I just want to say that I miss Doug so deeply that I can't stand to think of his passing away from us. He is golfing on clouds now and will be until we all meet again.
Your Sister Marcia
Marcia Harris
June 24, 2008 | Owosso, MI
Dan, once again we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your wonderful family. It was great meeting you all and spending time together in this time of sorrow.
Denny Schirripa Bill, Walt and Mike. the Kalamazoo Boys.
June 21, 2008 | Kalamazoo, MI
To the family of Doug: As a childhood friend of Doug's (right around the corner on Lockhead St.) I am very saddened at his passing. My mind is spinning with memories of the countless after school or Saturdays we would wander over to each others homes simply to hang out and talk or to organize a baseball game. As we have both aged and grown apart with adult priorities we never forgot our close childhood friends although we did not see each other as much. I was happy to have seen Doug stop by...
Ricky Carlson
June 21, 2008 | Burton, MI
My prayers and thoughts are with Doug's family during this difficult time.
Anita Harrison
June 20, 2008 | Burton, MI
To the Skinner Family, Very sorry to hear of the tragic news. I am a close friend of the Bird family and new Doug through Roger.
Mack Nolan
June 19, 2008 | Melbourne, FL
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Wayne&Sharron Page
June 18, 2008 | Flint, MI
Dear Family of Doug:
I am so sorry to hear about Doug's passing. I know he is in the right place at this time. I can see Doug in the sweet, warm arms of the Lord.
Know that he is well now and watching all of you with his heart.
Gayle, I know how deep Doug was in your heart. You are such a Prayer Warrior, I will keep you, your Mom and Dad, Marty and the rest of your family in my deep prayers.
Love and Many Blessings,
Nancy
Nancy Groves
June 18, 2008 | Indianapolis, IN
Karen and Cole,
My prayers are with you at this time. You are cared for deeply.
Chris Walker
June 18, 2008 | Davison, MI
Cole & Karen,
So very sorry to hear about Doug. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Cross
June 18, 2008 | Gaines, MI
