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Charles Skinkle Obituary
MELROSE - Charles A. Skinkle, 77, passed away from Cancer on November 29, 2024 (Black Friday), at the V.A. Stratton Hospital in Albany. He was raised in Albany, N.Y., the son of Genevieve (Fitzpatrick) and the late Charles F. Skinkle. Charles enlisted in the Marines in 1966, proudly serving and receiving an honorable discharge. He worked most of his life in retail, among other adventures.
In addition to his father, he was predeceased by sister, Katherine Richardson.
Chuck is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years, Margaret; children, Kim Lamphere, Charles Skinkle Jr., Kirk Skinkle; stepdaughters, Melissa A. Simione, Heather A. Beck and Sarah A. Thorpe; as well as several grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, mother, Genevieve; siblings, Janet T. Skinkle, and Michael Skinkle (Michael W. Krahula).
He always had a smile and was a loving and giving soul. He had the most beautiful blue eyes. Chuck will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
The family would like to thank the staff at V.A. Stratton for their care of Chuck.
A visitation will be held on Friday, December 6, from 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., with a service to follow at 6:30 p.m., at New Comer Cremation & Funerals, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie, N.Y.
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Kelly
December 4, 2024
So sorry to hear the passing of my Uncle Chuck...my condolences go out to his wife and children and his siblings! God bless Chuck may he RIP.
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Jeff Culkin
December 4, 2024
I worked with Chuck many years ago when he ran the shoe department at Spector's. He was a kind soul with an easy smile and laugh. I remember him fondly. My condolences to his family.
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