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Matthew Skov

San Rafael, California

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Matthew Menefee Skov, husband, father, son, brother, uncle, cousin, colleague, friend and the captain and heart and soul of Team Skov. He died January 21st after a valiant five-month battle against a very rare form of cancer. He was 42 years old.A fifth generation Californian, a native of San...

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I didn’t know Matthew well but adored his Mom and Dad. His mother and I were classmates at UC Berkeley and sorority sisters. We have remained fast friends. In the ensuing years I have come to appreciate La Cocina and support his efforts there. He is missed but lives on in the lives of his family who support his memory daily. Bonnie

There are no words.....I havn't seen Matt since we graduated from Redwood. We went to Kent Middle School and probably Bacich, though I can't quite remember details that far back. At Kent Middle School, we weren't really friends so I didn't truly get to know him, but I do remember my overall impression of him. He was quiet in his own way but had a core group of buddies he ran with. I remember he was soft-spoken, sweet, polite and didn't tease or hurt others....a gentle person. He really got...

Sending warm wishes & strong support to the whole family.
I was in Mikes class at kent and redwood. Our whole family holds you in our hearts.

Dear Skov Family-I knew Matt as my younger sister Kate Beekler was good friends with him in Junior High. I am so sorry for your loss. It seems that he was an amazing man, husband, son and father. May his legacy live on through his family. Blessings. Gretchen Beekler Davidson

I was so saddened to hear of Matt's passing. Matt will always be remembered for his strength, kindness, and generosity. To his family, thank you for sharing Matt with all of us - a truly special person!!

Druggists w/ Matt Me & Coach Jeff

Some of the best times of my life were playing baseball with Matt, whether it was wiffle ball, stick ball or little league (team photo included). I was lucky to have a good sport like him ready a willing to play a game with me at a moment's notice. Even when his baseball days were waning as he turn to volleyball, he still met me out front for our never-ending wiffleball games on a field better suited for a lefty like me. He also put up with my endless attempts to throw a nasty Ron Guidry...

We are so very sorry to learn of this. Our hearts go out to you and to Matthew's family.

Glen and Sarah Walker, San Rafael.

Dear Paula and Jeff,
I have happy memories of babysitting Matthew years and years ago up at Lake Tahoe. I am so sorry for your loss and his passing. My prayers are for you and your family as well as Matthew. God bless all of you.
Liz Colwell

Dear Paula and Jeff,
I heard of Matt's passing through Cindy Smith and I am just so very sorry. My son Jordy played ball with him and sends his prayers for your comfort, as do I. Gail Spencer Stolltz