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Keith P. Skermont
1953 - 2019
Keith P. Skermont
1953 - 2019
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BORN
1953
DIED
2019
Keith Skermont Obituary
UTICA - Mr. Keith P. Skermont, age 66, passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2019, with his family at his side, after a courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer.
He was born in Utica, on December 12, 1953, a son of the late John P. and Amanda (Krause) Skermont. Keith was raised and educated in local schools where he attended T. R. Proctor High School. At one time, he had been married to the former Diane Sweezey. On February 14, 1985, Keith was joined in marriage to the former Gloria J. Dote.
A respected Auto Body Technician, for over 40 years, Keith was a perfectionist and master at his trade. He currently owned and operated Skermont's Auto Sales & Body Repair on Bleecker Street in Utica. He loved cars and had a great passion for motorcycles.
Keith had a personality that was larger than life. He never left a room without leaving everyone with a lasting impression.
Surviving are his wife, Gloria; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Keith and Gina Skermont, of Yorkville and Jason Skermont; his step-children, Tracy Margott and Richard Margott, all of Utica; four grandchildren, Jordan, Colin, Keith, Jr. and Makenna; seven siblings and their spouses, Betty and Max Lupini, Sharon Buczek, Paul Skermont, all of FL, Albert Skermont, of Alder Creek, Marty Skermont, of Utica, Tim and Debbie Skermont, of Remsen and Tina and Dave Simmons, of Edmeston; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, in-laws and many special friends.
Visitation will be held on Sunday afternoon, from 2-5, at the Adrean Funeral Service, 700 Rutger St., corner of Mohawk St. (at the Matt Funeral Home). Mr. Skermont's funeral service will commence on Monday morning, at 10:00, at St. Mary of Mount Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish.
Keith's family wishes to thank the nurses and staff of Hospice and Palliative Care for the compassion and special attention that was displayed to Keith and his family during this very difficult time.
To view Mr. Skermont's online memorial please go to www.adreanfuneralservices.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Ripper Macero
August 26, 2020
I was sorry to hear about the passing of Keithe as I called him ,I had many great times as a kid growing up Ith Al,Marty and my little Buddy Keith e ,I loved the Skermont ,from Sharon giving me my first kiss in there cellar ,I was 12 she was gorgeous, I'll never forget ,hopping cars ,jumping roof tops Miss You All
JoAnn and Jim Whitaker
January 2, 2020
Gina and Keith and the Skermont family. We're so very sorry for your loss. May the Lord comfort you at this most difficult time. Love you.
Fred Testa
January 1, 2020
My sincere condolences to Gloria and whole family. Always with strong handshake and smile. Talked about old neighborhood when we were kids
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Peter Thomas
December 30, 2019
To the Skermont family, so sorry to hear about your loss. Keith was one of the good guys and one of the Cornhill crew. My prayers are with you.
Peter Thomas, Bernadette, Rosemary, and Bill
Bonnie Raffuel
December 30, 2019
To the Skermont Family
Thoughts and Prayers to you all...Conkling Ave was a mixture of friends and families...Good Memories , Good Friends..
Bonnie , Steve and Joey Raffuel...
louis steppello
December 30, 2019
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE SKERMONT FAMILY FOR YOUR LOSS. REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES AND JOYFUL MEMORIES AS YOU CELEBRATE A LIFE WELL LIVED.
GOD BLESS
LOU STEPPELLO
Joanne powers
December 29, 2019
What a great man! Many fun times with Kieth, always a smile on his face. The Skermont family is in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
Joseph Arcuri Jr
December 29, 2019
Keith, Jay, and Families I am so sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. I'm keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time may God bless all of you.
John Klein
December 28, 2019
Very sad to hear of Keith's passing,sending my deepest sympathies to the family of a good friend. Rest in peace Buddy!
Anne Owen Mikalajunas
December 28, 2019
Dear Skermont Family. So very sorry for your loss. Prayers and thinking of all of u. Luv Aunt Anne.
Roseanne George
December 28, 2019
Keith, will never be forgotten. We had some good times & lots of laughs. I will miss you my long time friend. Keith fly high Into the heavens on your Harley. My thoughts & prayers & condolences go out to all his family.
Love you my friend,
Roseanne
Nick Parrotta
December 28, 2019
To the Skermont family, Keith was a lot of fun to be around, lots of laughs with a hard head in his ways of thinking,loyal and helpful if u were down on ur luck. He was a hard working, and by all means a Man's, Man. So sorry for your loss of Keith, may he rest in peace.
Nick Parrotta
Fred Mazza
December 28, 2019
So Sorry. Great Guy and wonderful person to have as a friend. I'm lost for words.
David (Lee) Lia
December 28, 2019
It is with heartfelt sadness gone too soon a friend and neighbor on Conkling Ave. . . Rest in peace Keith.
December 28, 2019
Gloria and family, All the staff and myself of your credit union are deeply sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Marcie Gallagher
December 28, 2019
Gloria and family, All the staff and myself of the credit union are so very sorry for your loss. Deepest sympathy. Marcie Gallagher
Andrew Slade
December 27, 2019
Sorry to hear of Keith's passing. Memories from Conklin and Taylor Ave and Roosevelt School are fond ones. Life cut to short. Condolences from the Slade family.
Chas Raehm
December 27, 2019
I have prayed so hard that the Father kept you out of pain and took you quickly. I hope he did as you will be sorely missed. Your great smile and personality were unforgettable as you were. RIP my friend and God bless you and your family always.
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