Steven Skipper Obituary
BARRINGTON – D. Steven Skipper, 59, of Barrington, NH passed away on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at Wentworth Douglas Hospital in Dover, NH, with family by his side. Steve was born in Portsmouth, NH on August 3, 1963 to Robert E. Skipper, Jr. and MaryLou (Cabana) Skipper.
Steve grew up in Dover, NH where he met his wife Dawn in 1984. They married ten years later and made their home in Barrington, where they raised their two children, Justin and Abbey. Steve was multi-talented and held a variety of jobs including working at Weeks Restaurant, Davidson Rubber, Right on Target, Prime Tanning, Seabrook Power Plant, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and UPS, to name a few. Steve enjoyed spending time with his family, time outdoors, boating, gardening, car restoration and fixing things. He had a great love for antiques, old cars and tractors. He enjoyed making maple syrup each spring and attending the Eliot Tractor Show every summer. Steve had a charming personality and everyone who knew him, loved him. He will be deeply missed.
Steve was predeceased by his parents, his brothers, David A. Skipper (1962-2003) and Robert E. Skipper, III (1958-2014), and his nephew, Robert E. Skipper, IV (1993-2008).
Steve leaves behind his wife and soulmate, Dawn, and his two children, Justin and Abbey of Barrington, sister, Darlene of Barrington, brother, Michael of Dover, uncle, Fred Cabana of Dover and several cousins from NC, AL and OK.
The family would like to extend sincere appreciation to Jeff from Rochester Cornerstone VNA and Kristen and Taylor from the WDH Garrison Unit for providing such compassionate care during Steve’s final days.
ARRANGEMENTS: Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, July 27, 2023 from 4-6pm at Tasker Funeral Home, 621 Central Ave., Dover, NH. A Memorial Service will follow at 6:30. Immediately following the service, everyone is invited to a buffet dinner at Roger's Pizza, 869 Central Ave., Dover, to celebrate Steve’s life.
Assisting the family with cremation arrangements is the Cremation Society of NH, Manchester. To view Steven's Online Tribute, send condolences to the family, or for more information, visit www.csnh.com.
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Dawn Skipper
December 6, 2023
Until we meet again my love.
Always and forever, Dawn
Dale and Dan Ward
July 26, 2023
So sorry for the families loss of Steven. I have known him since 1970 and he was always a friendly, kind soft spoken soul. He will be missed.
Charlie Olsen
July 26, 2023
Steven and I were brothers -in-law in 1999, after meeting in 1998. My memories of him are first and foremost his quick wit and sense of humor. I learned early on that I was no match for his wit as he drew much faster than I. Steven always wanted to be an inventor, he had ideas for patterns that he could take home made gadgets and turn them into something useful to make things easier for others.
He loved small engine repairs and was a gifted handy man. I owe him a debt of gratitude for for many years he came to my rescue to fix a snowblower , a lawn mower or chainsaw. He was there for me when I needed him and I regret I didn´t thank him more.
A caring man- loving husband, father and great friend. He had a tender soul and made many laugh with his "speed of light "wit.
Now living in eternal peace, free from life´s pains- he will be with many family members and the day will come when I can share more wit with him.
My prayers of strength and comfort to Darlene, Dawn, Justin, Abbey and uncle Fred...
Denise Penttila
July 25, 2023
Godspeed Steven! XO
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Mark Shaheen
July 24, 2023
I started hanging around with back in jr.high, we had a lot of good times. He was an awesome and caring friend, I´m gonna miss him dearly
Mary Zopf
July 24, 2023
I met Steve through my husband Dale M Zopf. I enjoyed many gatherings at his sister Darlene's. It was always a joy to see his family.
skip oxford
July 24, 2023
My condolences to Dawn & the Family for your loss.
I know Dawn from the shipyard, I am so sorry to hear Steven has passed away. May he rest in peace forever!
Skip Oxford
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