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Robert Skelton
July 27, 1954-January 9, 2023
Bob loved the relationships he formed over the years and reveled in the accomplishments of his friends. He took great pride in being a member of two Geneseo football teams who contributed to "The Streak", in the '60s and '70. Always loyal, Bob greatly enjoyed every return trip to his hometown and the memories which it held for him. Never married, Bob was a kind and caring son to his parents Hugh and Bernice who preceded him in death as well as a loved (and sometimes befuddling) kid brother to his sister Kathy and his brothers Mark and Steve. He was a terrific uncle to Allison, Martha and Nathan. Bob was exasperatingly independent, choosing to live a spartan existence in remote, rural New Mexico after his health dictated his retirement but at the same time drew great enjoyment from being with friends on fishing/camping excursions and doing outof-the ordinary things like his rock climbing as a younger man as well as ordinary things such as his dart throwing outings with his brother- in- law Steve, winning a Santa Fe City softball championship with his friend Bruce and relocating near Dulce with the help of his friend Gary. Bob would appreciate his friends remembering him by having a cold beer (or two) and sharing stories of their experiences and adventures together. He will always be fondly remembered and greatly missed.
There will be a celebration of life on Saturday. February 25th from 12 to 4:30 at Country View Golf Course, , 8284 North 2300 Avenue, Geneseo, Illinois.
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Mike and Margie Romero
February 24, 2023
From Mike and Margie Romero from Santa Fe New Mexico. We knew Bob
"Skallywag" nickname from Mike , which enjoyed working with Bob at Pecos Valley Electric. Bob was a very intelligent man more like a Genius when working out job bids for the mention electrical company run by Bruce Bertin, Eddie Lewis , and Bob Thornburg. Also played plenty and of City League Softball for over 30 years. Just 3 years ago he, Bob celebrated Mikes 25 year SFCounty retirement along with Bruce Bertin and Mike Mulkahey at PC´s Restaurant here in Santa Fe. All good awesome friendships from the past.
Vaya con Dios Bob till we meet again, Rest In Peace and now you can work for God Almighty with your great God given wisdom and knowledge and your big unconditional heart. Amen
Pat Timmerman
February 21, 2023
I look forward to being with family Saturday, as we celebrate you, Bob.
Love,
Aunt Pat
Mike and Becky Wachtel
January 14, 2023
After our 50th class reunion in August, Bob stopped by our place in Iowa on his way home, stayed the night, and we had a great time reminiscing. Way too young. Darn, I forgot to ask what happened to that Peugeot. Warmest condolences to his siblings, Mike and Becky Wachtel, Lacona, Iowa
John Borkgren
January 14, 2023
Classmate Mark, Steve and Kathy,
So sorry to hear about "Boo." On behalf of my brother Steve, sister Carol and myself, our thoughts and prayers are being sent your way as we were just informed of this sad news.
John (the other Bork).
Loucks John
January 13, 2023
Kathy, Steve and Mark
So sorry to hear about the passing your bother, Bob. So young to be gone so soon.
May God be with you in this time of lose and sorrow.
John Loucks
Toni Quayle
January 13, 2023
Mark "Skello", I am so very sorry to see this about your brother. We have traveled through New Mexico on our way to Arizona several times. I will think of him always and say "Hi" . Deepest Sympathy to you and the family.
Paulette Granell
January 13, 2023
Our condolences to the Skelton families. Bob was a classmate from JD Darnall. RIP Bob!
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