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Ralph Skipper Obituary
Richmond - Mr. Ralph J. Skipper, "Skip", 74 of 4224 North Kinsley Ave. Richmond VA, entered into eternal rest on Thursday morning, March 11,2021 after a period of declining health at VCU Medical Hospital. He was loyal worker of Luck Stone Company of 41 years, He was born to the late Waverly and Minnie Skipper of Dinwiddie. He confessed Christ at a very early age. He is preceded in death by his wife Dorothy Skipper, son Anthony Skipper and two brothers Jame E. Hill, and Waverly R. Skipper. He leaves to cherish his memories, a Devoted companion Viola Allen of many years Richmond, Seven children Ralph Skipper (Sharon) of Chesterfield, Conceita Skipper of Prince George, Jeffery and Janice Street, Stephanie Skipper, Nicole Skipper (Keith) of Dinwiddie, Kim Bandy of Petersburg. Twenty-three Grandchildren, Twenty-nine Great-grandchildren, Two sisters Daisy Lee Hill (the late Vernon), Loretta Hick (Bobby), one sister-in-law Rev. Linda Skipper (the late Randolph), a host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, other Relatives and Friends, among them devoted Jimmy Tucker, Ronald Warden, Audery Harris, Tony Powell, Vella Brown, and Audery Shearin
A funeral service will be held on Friday March 19, 2021 at 2PM on the grounds of the McKenney Chapel - Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home with the Rev. Linda Skipper, officiating. Burial will follow at the Branch Family Cemetery Stony Creek, Virginia. Public viewing will be held Thursday March 18, 2021 from 12-7PM at the McKenney Chapel - Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the professional staff- McKenney Chapel- Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 11107 Doyle Blvd. McKenney, VA 23872. (804) 478-4411. www.johnsonservices.us
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Adlai Allen
April 9, 2021
sorry to hear about the death of brother skipper I worked with him many years at Florida rock and lockstone company My prayer are with the family Bo Allen
Gregory&Mary Langhorne -Spartanburg,SC
March 19, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
janice johnson
March 19, 2021
All my love Kim and family on the loss of your Father. Hold all of your memories close to your heart until you meet again. Love you
Natasha Spratley-Perkerson
March 19, 2021
My deepest condolences to you and your family. I was very sad to hear the sudden passing of your Dad. May God give you the courage to hold through this very tough time.
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tanika brooks
March 19, 2021
I love you Grandpa. I will always have our memories to live on in my heart. You will be missed dearly.
Stacey Allen
March 19, 2021
Kim I love you and my ears and arms are here❤
Viola Stukes
March 18, 2021
To my cousin Viola (Evert) I know that you will miss Ralph deeply and to his children and other family members as well. Ralph loved saying something to you to hear your response. GOD makes no mistakes and his will, will be done. Ralph will truly be missed and You all have my sincere condolences.
Preston n Gertrude Jones
March 18, 2021
Family have our deepest sympathy god bless the family
Louise Cabble
March 14, 2021
Sending My Condolences To Viola Allen And Family On This Sudden Loss. A Good Man With A Big Heart And Wonderful Sense Of Humor Has Gained His Wings. Praying God Gives You Strength
Billy, Wilburt, & Hattie Bonner
March 14, 2021
In this difficult time, may God hold you close to His heart, where He can feel your deepest loss, and fill you with His deepest love. May your memories bring you comfort.
LaVerne Webb
March 13, 2021
We're extending our heartfelt condolences to Viola and the entire Skipper family. We have shared many good times, laughs,
and road trips with the two of you, both of you was there with us every day when my brother was in the hospital, that's why it was so hard that we could not be their with you because of this pandemic but our thoughts and prayers was with you. During the many years that we knew Ralph there were never a cross word spoken. he will truly be missed by our family, a link is broken, we are praying that God continue to watch over each of you and keep you all in his care. Love you all. LaVerne, James & K T
Chante Crawley
March 12, 2021
Grandpa,
We really weren’t prepared for this and it’s still all so hard to take in. I know you’re at peace and resting with our Father and for that, I’m grateful. I’m going to miss you. I pray that you look down with the angels and watch over all of us. Rest peacefully.
Love you,
Chante
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