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Gary Frank Skerski

Gary Skerski Obituary

SKERSKI
GARY FRANK, May 9, 2006, age 46. 16 year Veteran of Phila Police dept. Recently served as the Community Relations Officer for the 15th. Police District. Member of the 45th. Ward, The Fraternal Order of Police and League of Sacred Heart of Jesus. Beloved husband of Anne (nee Schwartz); devoted father of Robert J. and Nicole A.; dear son of Chester and Mary Skerski; dear brother of Jacqueline Kennedy (William) and Robert Skerski (Patricia); dear son-in-law of Bill and Ann Schwartz. Relatives, friends and Members of Philadelphia Police Dept. are invited to his Viewing Fri., May 12 beginning 9 A.M. at St. Adalbert RCC, 2645 E. Allegheny Ave., Phila., PA 19134. Funeral Mass to follow at 12 Noon. Int. Resurrection Cem. (Bensalem). In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Adalbert School at the above address.

EUGENE A. GNIEWEK
FUNERAL HOME

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News from May 10 to May 11, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Gary Skerski

122 Entries

May 8, 2007

Prayers and thoughts for the Skerski family today and everyday.

Jackie

May 1, 2007

Thinking of you and your family today. Rest peacefully.

amanda

April 26, 2007

Its hard to believe that its already going on a year. Not a day goes by that my family and i dont think about you. My step-dad Jim still talks about you like your still his partner. We miss you deeply Gary. Your family is always in our prayers.

April 25, 2007

thinking of you today.

March 23, 2007

Its unbievable still, that you are gone...you would not believe all the people you have touched on ur short time on earth....there are memorials for you at applebee's and can't believe it was 30 years ago that we use to hang at memephis and clearfield street. You will never be forgotten by more than you know....PatDalton(drake)

Steve Helvitson

March 22, 2007

Hey Gary,
Well I have to say that's it been busy for the Helvitson and Calhoun Families. Crystal's Grandmother came to join you 3 weeks ago and we have been busy getting things together. I miss the talks we had on the phone and telling you how Stevie's doing and my Golf and Bowling games are going. My Birthday is coming up soon and I'm going to have fun. As you always tell me, " The best thing about Birthdays is that you get to have fun. " Your right and that's what I'm going to do. I'll play a round of golf for you...We love you and Miss you Gary. You will always be a Wonderful friend to me,Crystal and Stevie..

B Friend

January 14, 2007

Thoughts and prays Will always be remember.

Karen Haigh

January 5, 2007

Dear Mrs. Skerski: My father: ex Poilice Inspector Wm. Pawley passed away December 26, 2006. We have set up in leiu of flowers the donations be made to you and your family. My Dad would be very proud of me that I decided to do this in his memory. My Dad was once the Police Inspector in the N.E. and his office was in the 15th district. Gary was a good friend to my husband Norman & to me. I have been to the Polonia Bank to set this up, and check on the donations. I am happy to do this for you and your family. My best to you in the New Year. Sincerely Karen Pawely Haigh

Michael Hesson

January 3, 2007

Thank you Gary for everything, from the bottom of our hearts. Love, Donna and Michael

Karen Haigh

December 27, 2006

To: Mrs Skerski: You asked me to contact you. You can e-mail me at kmhaigh@verizon. net. Sincerely Karen

Steve Helvitson Sr

November 5, 2006

Hey Gary,
I wanted to say Thank You!! Thank You for everything that you have done for me and everyone around you.You have really touched everyone's heart and we will Never forget that about you. When I had asked you to be Godfather to Stevie, You smiled and you told me that you would talk to Anne about it. Then when I came to you and told you that I had asked my Nephew Eddie to be Godfather, You turned around and said with a smile that it was great that I had asked my Nephew to be Godfather to Stevie, It really should be kept in the family.After all was said and done, You still were my friend and you never gave up hope. When I told you that I was scared of becoming a father because I was afraid to be a bad father, You told me, " You will be a wonderful Father, Never say that you going to be a bad father because you could never be a bad father. You will make a Wonderful Father. Remember, It's a wonderful feeling to have your child there with you when you come home at night and just seeing your child grow is a wonderful feeling in itself. You will say to yourself, I'm a great father. " After you told me that I have to say that you were right, I am a wonderful father and I have to say that when you told me that, It really touched my heart. I will never forget you Gary.
When me and Stevie go to bed, We always say Good Night to everyone up in Heaven and the first name that comes up is " Gary ". That goes to show you that you have been more than just a friend, You were family to us...Good Night Gary, The Helvitson Family loves you!!!!
Please do me a favor while your up there in wonderful hands with The Lord, Tell Mary and Tony Cianci and Hawk that I said hi.

Grateful Philadelphian

August 29, 2006

sending a little prayer for Officer Skerski's family today. you are often in my thoughts, and always in my preayers.

Elizabeth Collier

July 18, 2006

I heard about this story from a family member. I am very sorry for your loss. May God give you peace. Though your heart is aching, your angel is always close to your heart. God Bless you and your family. Sincerely E Collier

COURTNEY WINGATE

June 23, 2006

DEAR OFFICER SKERSKI,

MY THOUGHS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ALWAYS.

Mary and John Dougherty

June 12, 2006

Just wanted you to know that Off. Skerski and the family are in our prayers.

Millie

June 8, 2006

I am very sorry for your loss. My husband is also a police officer and he says even though he did not know him personally all police officers are family. We were very hurt to here that a police officer lost his life. I pray for you and your family. He will be remembered as a hero and truly never forgotten.

June 7, 2006

I thought about you toaday - an we never met - I just wanted to let you know, you and your family are always in my prayers.

Peg

veronica vanskiver

May 28, 2006

To The Skersi family

i am so sorry for your loss wish i could do something for you but i cant but i can give you hope and prayers and wishing your family well in this time of sorrow from a family of police officers my self

may God keep you in his arms forever

The Hanstein Family

May 25, 2006

There are no words in our language that can come close to express our grief and pain we feel for your family. Days will pass, and life moves on, but we will never, ever for one day forget the heroic man who kept us safe. You are in our thoughts, and prayers every single day, Officer Skerski's family. We send sympathy to his brothers, and sisters in blue who will miss him terribly. Please know there are citizens that will never forget such a good man. Never. I am another daughter of a police officer who served 35 years. My mom, and I, and my siblings want you to know we're here, and if there is anything for any reason you may need our broken hearts will be right there for you. I am so, so sorry. Not one day will we ever forget your husband, and daddy. Not one.

May 23, 2006

my deepest sympathy goes out to the family and friends of the officer

Jacqueline & Michael Saier

May 22, 2006

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

M M

May 20, 2006

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Mary

May 19, 2006

I met officer Skerski @ work while he was selling tickets for a local fundraiser...he was the nicest man I ever met and god he made you laugh! Being a daughter and having a father I can't imagine what you guys are going through...just think of the memories that you had with him and carry them in your heart throughout your life and pass them along to your children...You know have an angel with you always!!

May 19, 2006

To the family of Officer Skerski, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time.

THE FITZGERALD FAMILY

May 18, 2006

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Denise L.

May 18, 2006

Many thoughts and prayers for Officer Skerski and his family.. I am sorry for what happen.

H.J. Romano

May 18, 2006

To Officer Gary Skerski,

May the road rise

to meet you,

May the wind be always

at your back,

May the sun shine warm

upon your face,

The rains fall soft

upon your Fields,

And until we meet again,

May God hold you in the

palm of his hand.

Christine Murphy

May 17, 2006

We drag ourselves into work looking around and seeing his presence everywhere and maybe that’s what we seek. We miss him dearly. We knew him as Gary, he was our friend and he was part of our family. He was loved and respected in the highest regard by the 15th district, 5 squad.

We can recall things that Gary did in his duties as the Community Relations Officer that others would not take the time or the effort to do nor that Gary would accept recognition for. Like the handicapped boy in the District, that Gary went out and bought a present for each and every year. Like the resident on the lower end that Gary made it a point to talk to and visit just to show him that somebody cared. Like the officers that Gary made sure always received the recognition that they deserved by way of a plaque or an Awards ceremony. Like the community leaders who knew that Gary was the go to guy when a problem needed to be solved. Like the less fortunate children that Gary helped give a Christmas party.

We knew Gary as a family man, who did everything for his family. Not a day went by that he didn’t talk about his children. He beamed when he talked about his family, he was so proud. He told us how Anne was his bestest buddy (and he truly meant it), he said there was nothing that they couldn’t discuss and he enjoyed her company more than anyone else’s. He told us how Robert (Scooter) is a sensitive and wonderful boy, who Gary wanted to provide with the best education. He told us about Nicole (Nicki) and her strength, which Gary said she got from her mother. Gary loved to take his family out to eat at nice restaurants and he was so proud of his children’s similar enjoyment for good food. Gary was so happy to receive the little things, letters from his daughter telling him how proud she is to be his daughter and the days that he could go fishing or bike riding with his son.

As we sit around a table sharing memories and stories, more than we can ever count, we laugh and sometimes we well up with tears. One officer recalls a funny story from the Republican National Convention. The detail had to line up along the street in order to redirect the protestors onto the sidewalk. As the protestors were passing, one was screaming right in Gary’s face. Gary leaned down, calmly but sternly, with stick in hand and said, “Hey Cuz, this ain’t Seattle.” The same officer also recalls a time when Gary helped a former officer, who had a stroke get a good job. Gary barely knew the officer. This is Gary’s legacy. We will never forget how good of friend Gary was, how compassionate and caring he was. Another member of the squad remembers how Gary gave her toys for her two small sons. One of us remembers a time when she needed something for her children that seemed almost unobtainable, until the problem was presented to Gary. He told her that he wouldn’t stop until she got what she was looking for, and sure enough it only took a few weeks and she got what Gary promised. There are countless stories like this about Gary. All are stories of friendship, humor, fun, compassion, patience, and a passion for service. He never forgot the little things about each and every one of us. He always took the time to show that he cared, even about the little things. Anybody who had the pleasure of knowing Gary, knows this and certainly has there own stories to tell. He always made everyone feel like they were what was most important at the time. He had a gift, a knack for it. He had a tough and gruff exterior, but he was a teddy bear underneath. He could read people and he knew how to make people feel special.

Gary exemplified what it meant to be a police officer and he set the standard as a Community Relations Officer. There’s that line in most evaluations that says that he was asset to the district and the department. Gary was an asset and all who worked with him and knew him were truly blessed. A man’s legacy says a lot about him and I cannot express to you in words the legacy of love, family, duty, honor, piety, kindness, friendship, and brotherhood that this hero leaves behind.

On May 9, 2006 a wife lost an adoring husband, two children lost a dedicated and loving father, the 15th district lost a dear brother and friend, a community lost its most ardent advocate, and this great city lost a son.

We love him, we miss him, and he will be in our hearts always,

Officer William Tarasiewicz

Officer John Marlow

Officer William Alexander

Officer Jennifer King

Officer George Lochner

Officer Christine Murphy

Officer Patricia Rieck

Officer Stephen Dewey

Officer Steve Breen

Officer Tom Handcock

Captain Deborah Kelly

Lieutenant Kevin Long

nicole

May 16, 2006

As the daughter of a Philadelphia Police Officer I feel your pain, my heartfelt deepest sympathy goes out to the Skerski family, I hope you have some comfort remembering all of the wonderful times you all had with your husband and father, Take good care of each other.

A Retired Philly Fireman's Daughter

May 16, 2006

To the Skerski Family (Officer Skerski's wife, his children, his parents, and his siblings)and to the Philadelphia Police Department:

I do not know Officer Skerski but my heart breaks for all of you. My thoughts and prayers have been with you all during this past difficult week. I have cried with you each time I heard or saw news about Officer Skerski. I come from a family of Firemen and Policemen. My Dad was a Philadelphia Firemen and so was one of my brothers. I have two other brothers who are currently Philadelphia Policemen. I am saying this because I believe when you have police and firefighters in the family, you are connected to the entire family of both departments. When one of the family hurts, we all hurt. Feeling this hurt, I just had to express my sympathy to the entire Skerski family and Police Department. You are all in a tremendous amount of pain - wife, children, siblings, police officers, and his dear parents - no parent should have to bury one of their children. All I can say is Gary will always remain in your hearts. Talk about him always - share your memories of him with each other. And do not hesitate to cry - tears are a good release. You all have lost a wonderful family man, and I know the pain is just awful. The Police Department and the City have lost a great Police Officer. It is obvious that Officer Skerski was well loved and respected. It is being demonstrated in the outpouring of love and support from our city and elsewhere. Everyone is hurt and touched by the death of Officer Skerski. My thoughts and prayers will be with all of you. I will continue to pray each day for the safety of all Police Officers and Firefighters in our City. May God hold the entire Skerksi Family close to His Heart as you all walk through these difficult months together.

Joyce and Dennis Ferguson

May 16, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jacquie

May 16, 2006

May this bring some comfort to Gary's family.

My Dearest Family,

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on. I need you here badly; you're part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; but together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too... that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain." And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile, knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free, remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006

P.S., God sends his love.

May 15, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Skerski family. Rest in Peace

Office Skerski

Ken & Judy Ferro

May 15, 2006

Our deepest Sympathy and Prayers To the Skerski Family

From Judy'S Hair Salon

Ken Ferro's Barber Shop

May 15, 2006

TO THE SKERSKI FAMILY I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS

Leo and Gale Clark

May 15, 2006

To the Skeski Family

My deepest sympathy go to you and your family.your husband is a true hero. My son and son in law and brother are all police officers for the Phila. police Dept.

Paula Wingate

May 15, 2006

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to your entire family. I am grateful that we have the police officers that we have. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you

donna marie conway

May 14, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.

The Mychack Family

May 13, 2006

Skerski Family,

My family and I wish to express our deepest sympathy to you for your loss. There are no words to describe what you must be feeling, but I hope you take comfort in the outpouring of love and support you have received during this most difficult time. Though we live a few blocks down from you and know many of your neighbors, we did not have the fortune of knowing you. From what people are saying, your family is truly wonderful. I was a passerby during the funeral and was in awe. How amazing to see the response from the police department, the city and most importantly, your neighbors and friends. There seems to be a void in the neighborhood, it feels so solemn. Please know that your family is in our prayers!

bernadette gillespie

May 13, 2006

I remember Gary as a great gentleman growing up, very classy and upbeat, with a great smile. Always nice and kind to everyone. Sorry for your loss of a great person. I don't think I could say another word to help ease your pain. He was a great guy growing up.

Alicia

May 13, 2006

To the Skerski Family: I am sorry for your loss. I didnt know your husband/father but I can tell he has blessed many lives by his presence. I am sure that the entire city of Phila and thensome agrees that he is a true hero & his memory will live on forever. Your family is in my prayers.... God Bless Police Officer Skerski & his family and friends

amanda lehr

May 13, 2006

dear skerski family. i am very sorry to hear about gary. he was a great guy. he was my stepfather's ( james kennedy)partner for years before he retired. and they were also the best of friends. they became even closer working at the auction. i am so very sorry. gary will never be forgotten. and is and always will be in my heart!

Gina Valentino

May 13, 2006

To the Entire Skerski family. I want you to know that I share your loss. My father was also a police officer who was killed the line of duty 16 years ago on October 23 1989 (Albert Valentino). I never had the chance to meet my father. My mother was 9 months pregnant when he was killed.I was born only a few days after his funeral. I know your pain. Our fathers made the ultimate sacrafice and they are heros. I know that it is not fair but this was their call in life. But leave yourself with this..if it is any help at all, Remember the good times that you got to share with him and how much he adored the two of you. May you find some kind of comfort in the future and be there for your mom. I know my mom still misses my dad. It is something that will never go away for her. My brother Albert had to take over as the man of the house when he was only about 10 years old. But he is what I consider to be my father figure. Spend time together and remember life is to short to have sibling rivalry. And always always be there for your mom. She is gonna need you two for a long time to follow...I can't stress that enough. If I had one wish it would be to meet my dad. I feel like I do know him though. Growing up my mom, my brother and especially my mom-mom would tell me endless stories about him. May god be with all of you in this time of your loss. I hope that you all find comfort in some way right now. My prayers will always be with you all.

Courtney Wingate

May 13, 2006

Dear Officer Skerski and family,

Your family is in my prayers and thoughts. Deep sympathy for you and your family. May God bless yous in this hard time.

anna mclaughlin

May 13, 2006

Our families prayers and thoughts go out to your family in this time of loss.

Annamarie Farrell

May 12, 2006

Dearest Skerski Family:

My heart breaks for your grief. Just know you will always have a special angel watching over you forever. I will always remember him in my prayers. My son is also a Phila. Police Officer.

MARIE & FAMILY

May 12, 2006

THANK YOU OFFICER SKERSKI FOR BEING OUR CITY'S HERO.YOUR FAMILY LOST SUCH A GREAT MAN.TO MRS SKERSKI AND CHILDREN,WE ARE SO SORRY YOU LOST A FINE MAN,BUT YOUR LOVED ONE DIED SAVING THE LIVES OF OTHERS.HE IS A HERO.I HOPE YOUR FAMILY FIND'S COMFORT IN KNOWING WE CARE AS PHILADELPHIA CITIZENS.

Chris Tankelewicz

May 12, 2006

I knew Gary in passing when I was assigned to NE Detective Division. He was always a gentleman, always said hello. Gary, you are a true hero. You will be missed. God speed my friend.

Cathy Lutz

May 12, 2006

To the Skerski Family,

My condolences to your family for your loss. I met Gary when he worked at Frankford-Quaker Grocery Company. He was a good man and will be remembered that way always. He is in so many hearts and will never be forgotten. God Bless you all.

Victor DeLay

May 12, 2006

Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. JOHN 15:13

Kelly Clerkin

May 12, 2006

To the Skerski family

I come from a family of cops and can not even imagine the pain you are going through. I did not know Gary but my brother worked with him at the 15th, all he has talked about is what a great guy Gary was. I want you to know that Gary is and always will be a hero in my eyes and the eyes of many others. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

JEANIE S.

May 12, 2006

PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE. I DID NOT KNOW HIM BUT THAT DOES NOT MATTER. HE WAS PROTECTING AND DOING HIS JOB. GOD BE WITH HIM AND YOU, HIS FAMILY.

Brian & Lisa Sessions

May 12, 2006

Our Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless .

Officer Skerski is a true hero to us all

Don and Nancy Morris

May 12, 2006

Bob, we are saddened to hear of the loss of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We think of you as family.

May 12, 2006

To the Family of Officer Skerski,

The words seem hollow, and they can't convey how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Your husband, your father, was truly a Hero. My husband was in the bar that night and I know in my heart that Gary saved his life. I know that God has Gary with Him now, and I hope in time, you find peace. We will never forget what he's done for our family.

May 12, 2006

Officer Skerski will always be a hero to those of us who live in Philadelphia. I didn't know him but my heart goes out to everyone in his family/police family. I will pray for you all. May he rest in peace and may you find comfort knowing he is in Heaven and not suffering.

God Bless!

Helen MacEwan

May 12, 2006

To the Skerski Family and his extended family, the Philadelphia Police force, I send my thoughts and prayers to you this day of Officer Skerski burial. I am a Port richmond resident whom as I drove through the streets this morning could feel the loss of a wonderful man. To see the sea of blue on Allegheny Ave, you could not help but feel the sense of loss all his family is feeling. My daughter and I both had lumps in our throat. We both said we wish we could be there to give our condolences to the family of a man we didnt know, but who touched so many and even by his death is(I have heard so much good of him) and will continue to do so.

I know the loss of parents and my heartfelt sorrow goes to his children and to his wife my heart breaks and I am truly sorrow.

Helen(Port Richmond)

John Alfonso

May 12, 2006

Our deepest sympathy to the skerski family. My child also attends St. Adalberts School and we belong to the Parish so we feel we lost a brother and an all around good person.

Patty Peterman

May 12, 2006

Mrs. Skerski and children:

May God Bless You and Comfort You during your grief and mourning. I hope that the loving memories of your husband/father comfort you for the rest of your lives! I will keep Officer Skerski in my prayers.

Barbara

May 12, 2006

To the Skerski Family:

Heartfelt sympathy to you in the loss of your Husband/Father. As the daughter of a retired Philadelphia Police Officer, it is only now as an adult that I realize how much these these men and women (as well as my own Dad) do for this city every time they leave for a shift. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow.

Godspeed Officer Skerski.

Karen Haigh

May 12, 2006

To the family of Gary, I came to know Gary through my husband Norman Haigh. I had a situation at my place of business with a problem 18yr. old boy. My husband ask Gary to help me out, and of course he did!!! He arrived every day in uniform, for 1 week, while I opened up to make sure I was OK. After that we ran into Gary at many functions and he always remembered my name. My husband just saw him directing traffice outside Brown school, and made plans to meet for lunch after the election. As the daughter of a retired Phila Police Inspector, William J. Pawley, we are sadden by his tragic death. Out thoughts & prayers are with you now, & on those most difficult days to come. Don't think of him as gone, his journey's just begun. Think of him as living in the hearts of those he touched. Especially ours. Karen & Norman Haigh

May 12, 2006

GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME OF SORROW.. YOU ARE A HERO TO EVERYONE.

Anita Simon

May 12, 2006

Dear Skerski Family,

You all have my deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers. My sister is a retired Phila police officer and I used to live in the neighborhood that your husand and father died protecting. May God be with you all.

Brandie Reid

May 12, 2006

To the Skerski Family,

I will keep you in my prayers at this difficult time. Gary was a great person and a huge help in the community. He was a friend of my family and he will be missed dearly.

Maire

May 11, 2006

To The Skerski Family,

My deepest symapthy and prayers go out to all of you. My father was a Philadelphia police officer for 32 yrs and worked in the 15th many years ago. My cousins are also Philly cops and one of them worked with Gary for years. I am so heart broken for every one of you. I'm sure that Gary loved being a police officer and he will always be remembered as a hero. He and the sacrifice he made will never be forgotten. May God send you His Peace, a peace that transcends all human understanding.

Camille Capobianco

May 11, 2006

I spoke to Gary frequently as I am head of the Quality of Life Committe Tacony Civic, he was so nice and so supportive!! I just can not believe he is gone. I am so sorry for his family it's a great loss to the city and world! His family is in my prayers. I am so soo soo Sorry!

jerry and tina saxton

May 11, 2006

Our deepest condolences to the skerski family. I am very honored to know this fine outstanding pillar of the port richmond community. If god needed a police officer in heaven he now has the best of the best.

Dennis and Nancy A & J Auto World

May 11, 2006

Our hearts and prayers are with the Skerski family. His memory will live on forever in our hearts.

Linda Trippodo

May 11, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss.

A New Orleans Police Officer's mom.

Steve and Crystal Helvitson

May 11, 2006

Anne,Robert and Nicole,

We are really sorry to hear about Gary. We have known Gary to be a very upbeat and wonderful. We are glad that we can call him our friend in the Philadelphia Police Department both in and out of the District. When ever you needed something done, He was always on top of things that really mattered and that really means alot to all of us who had come to know and love Gary.If you need anything or would like to talk my E-mail Address will be at the bottom.You all will always be in our Heart and our Prayers.

Roger & Carolyn Morris

May 11, 2006

Bob, we can't even imagine how you and your family feel by such a senseless act. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. You are like one of our family down here. Please convey our love to the rest of your family.

Love, Roger and Carolyn Morris

theresa ann fallen

May 11, 2006

to the skerski family, your family is in our prayers, god bless officer skerski, theresa fallen and family (juniata park)

Scott & Elaine Meier

May 11, 2006

My daughter Caitlin plays soccer with Nicole, which is how I met Gary. It was obvious on the sidelines what kind of guy he was. Always a positive comment....a pat on the back....a cheer.....a clap of the hands...he was always a one-man rooting section for the entire team. That positive attitude was obvious when I saw him with his family at games, and apparently carried into his duties as a Philadelphia Police Officer as well.

When I told Caitlin, she asked me if Nikki's dad was a hero. Even though I didn't know him as well as others, I could honestly answer her with a "Yes", in many, many different ways.

Ann, Robert an Nicole, as well as your entire family, you have our deepest, most sincere sympathies, and our prayers

Scott, Elaine, Caitlin and the boys

Joan Maberry

May 11, 2006

As a former Phila. Police Officer, I'm deeply saddened by the loss of a brother in blue. My heart, thoughts and prayers are with his family and to all of my brothers and sisters in blue. I proudly stand beside you, in spirit.

I pray that our Lord will ease the pain of your loss and that you will find comfort in knowing that he has made the journey home.

May God bless and keep you!

FRANK DE LISI

May 11, 2006

TO ANNE AND FAMILY

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY I KNEW GARY FOR OVER 10 YRS ARE FRIENDSHIP WAS SPECIAL HE WAS A KIND AND GIVING PERSON SOMEONE WHO WOULD GIVE THE SHIRT OFF HIS BACK HE ALWAYS SPOKE HIGHLY OF YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN A REAL FAMILY MAN I WILL MISS HIM DEARLY AND HIS MEMORY HIS FRIENDSHIP WILL BE WITH ME HE WAS A GOOD MAN GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY FRANK DE LISI

Maggie Machalowski

May 11, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the Skerski family.

Annie Kerrigan

May 11, 2006

As a former police officer I worked the 2nd district, I send my condolences to the Skerski family. Any officer lost is one too many. My heart goes out to you.

Tim & Vickie (Burzynski) Wadas

May 11, 2006

Dear Skerski Family,

May God keep you in his care always. May all your good times be remembered with the love you all shared. Its with a heavy heart that these wishes are sent to a family that lost a great husband, father, neighbor. Your family will be in our prayers.

valerie rdesinski

May 11, 2006

Skerski Family,My deepest sympathy to all of you.To lose a Husband,Father,Son and Brother is devasting.I grew up with Gary,and as a bridesbug resident(15th district)I liked knowing there was a caring officer & friend in our distict.May God take care and heal your hearts.sincerely Valerie(francks) Rdesinski

Arlene McMahon

May 11, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you today. May your many memories and tributes to your husband/father give you comfort. I pray God gives your family strength to get through the future without him. We will remember him during the upcoming Police Week.

Cheryl Gargiulo

May 11, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Ret. PPD John Gargiulo & 24th PDAC Cheryl Gargiulo

JIM & DENISE A & J AUTOWORLD

May 11, 2006

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE SKERSKI FAMILY. HE HAS TOUCHED MANY HEARTS, ESPECIALLY OURS!!

Roger Bryan

May 11, 2006

I only knew Gary for a short time, but he was a great man. Without question he helped me in my time of need and asked nothing in return. He will be greatly missed.

Kathy (Rosenberg) and Jack Mee

May 11, 2006

Dear Skerski Family,

Our prayers are with you. I remember Gary from Memphis and Clearfield. My husband and I both grew up on Agate St. Gary was always a nice person and always had a kind "hello". My father was a police officer and I know he and Gary spoke often. Please accept our condolences.

Reinert Family

May 11, 2006

Dear Skerski Family,

Our heartfelt sympathy is with you at this most difficult time. The entire Port Richmond community shares in your sadness.

You will remain in our prayers. Rest in peace Officer Skerski.

Fr Roger White

May 11, 2006

May 11th,
Dear Anne and family,
I was so pained in reading about the death of your wonderful husband/father.
Please accept my condolences. Yesterday I talked about Gary and all of you his greiving family at the Mass I presided over here at St. Johns. He and all of you are being remembered in our prayers.

May your faith and the healing hand of Jesus touch and in time heal your wounded hearts.
And for Gary:
May the Lord bless him and
keep him.
May the Lord let his face
shine upon him and be
gracious to him.
May the Lord look upon him
kindly and give him peace.
(Numbers 6:24-26)

Peace and blessings,

Fr Roger White OFM Cap

Beth Smith

May 11, 2006

My thought and prayers are with you in this tragic time. May people's kind words be a source of strength for you.

Jean

May 11, 2006

Prayers are with you at this difficult time. May the Good Lord give you strength. You have the prayers of so many

May 11, 2006

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

maryanne hagele

May 11, 2006

Ann, and family,

My sincere sadness for your loss will be in my prayers. May God bless you and your family for the hard days ahead. Gary will be with you always in your memories.

God bless you

Maryanne Hagele (Seidler)

Katheen M Smith

May 10, 2006

My condolences and prayers to Gary's family.

Ret. Sgt PPD

Sharon Bushey

May 10, 2006

We have not only lost one of PHILLY's finest but PORT RICHMOND also. We are also one big family! May Officer Skerski rest now in peace.

Jim and Denise A & J AUTOWORLD

May 10, 2006

our prayers and thoughts are with the skerski family. we have known gary for about 5 years. he was a very good man. he has touched many peoples hearts, especially ours.

Mickey Flaville

May 10, 2006

God Bless & Keep You All

Pat Dalton (Drake)

May 10, 2006

I couln't believe it was you when I heard a police officer was shot and killed. I haven't seen you since we were younger and hung on opposite corners at memphis and clearfield. Then someone applied for a job with a company I was working for and called you as a reference. And we still remembered each other and you told me how much you liked your work. My heart goes out to your family, You touched more people than I think you could of ever imagined. You were a hero, and will be missed by many.

May 10, 2006

To the Skerski Family, I am sorry for the loss of your Husband,Father & Friend.Philly really appricates the hard work Police Officers do to protect us,in this case it cost a Family man his life.I didn't know Officer Skerski,but I come from a family of Police Officers.Please know we are keeping you in our prayers at this diffuclt time. God Rest His Soul.

Lisa Deeley

May 10, 2006

My heartfelt sympathy to the entire Skerski Family and the Brotherhood of the 15th Police District. It was an honor and pleasure to work with Gary over the years both in the Legislative District Office and in my capacity as President of NEVS. He truly was a Wonderful Man,a Man of Action. He cared about neighborhoods and people as if he knew them all personally for years. May he find Peace with the Angels as that is his brotherhood in eternity for he is truly an Angel. May God Bless You and Give you PEACE.

Mike Dobson

May 10, 2006

Our condolences to officer Skerski's family and friends and the entire Philadelphia Police Dept. My family will never, ever forget or take for granted the supreme sacrifice the Skerski family has made.

May your friends and loved ones help you through this time of terrible grief.

Kelly

May 10, 2006

May God keep your family close to him at this time.

Your husband is a true hero and a true Port Richmond. May he rest in peace

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