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Jeffrey Skibbe Obituary
CHAMPAIGN - Jeffrey Skibbe, 76, of Champaign died of dementia on June 16, 2025.
Jeff worked for Campus Recreation at the University of Illinois and at Body N' Sole Sports in Savoy.
There will be a celebration of life from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 13 at 108 Main St., Tolono.
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Brian
Yesterday
Jeff and I spoke of many things and shared similar perspectives. His appreciation of cars, motorcycles, water activities, dogs, wildlife and a love of the outdoors, made him a welcome friend although I only knew him in his later years as an Arkansas neighbor. I am sorry for his passing and miss him. Brian Ray
Thomas Neitzke
September 9, 2025
I think Jeff was a relative of mine. We grew up together, seeing each other at Christmas gatherings. He had an older brother named John, and very nice parents. We both went to the U of I, and I would run into him occasionally on the quad. I am sad to read this
Margaret Talkington
September 4, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I remember working with Jeff at Campus Rec. He was kind and congenial. He even gave me computer help when I needed it!. Sincerely, Margaret
Juliann Seebauer
August 27, 2025
Eternal rest grant unto Jeff, O Lord. (from a friend of a friend, who saw him periodically many moons ago).
Cara Nightlinger
August 24, 2025
Cara Nightlinger
August 24, 2025
Jeff was the best boss I ever had. I worked with him for several years. He was more than just a boss, he was a great friend to me. He would treat the Business Office with a few "Retreat Days", by taking us to Clinton Lake to hang out on his boat. I´m sure we talked a bit about work while we were having fun!
Gayle J MASSINGILL
August 24, 2025
Jeff was my boss for many years at the U of I. I still carry a little pocket knife he gave me. I remember so well how he would look after a "Ultra" run. Beat up and wore out but grinning so wide.
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