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Roger L. Skiby 1950 ~ 2009 Our beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Roger Lynn Skiby passed away April 1, 2009 in Salt Lake City, Utah.He was born January 22, 1950 in Salt Lake City to Neilse Peter and Edna Thomas Skiby. He is a 1968 graduate of Cyprus High School. He married Cheryl Wimmer, they later divorced. He married Kathy Smith, they later divorced. Roger was a committed member of the LDS Church. He was a 32nd degree Master Mason, a member of the Christopher Diehl Lodge 19, and a PABG Bethel 10 of Magna. He also retired from Kennecott Copper. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing with his son, Peter. He is survived by his son, Peter (LaDawn); grandchildren, Mason and Tesla; brothers, David (Bev) and Norm (Parlene); sister, Diane (Cal); and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2009 at the Peel Funeral Home, 8525 W. 2700 S., Magna, where friends and family may call both Monday 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday 10-10:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment: Pleasant Green Cemetery. Online condolences: www.peelfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Apr. 5, 2009.

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April 9, 2009

Dear Skiby Family,
I'm so sorry for your great loss! I will never forget Roger's wonderful laugh and his warm smile. He was always kind and gentle. I feel blessed to have known him.
Kathy Spivey

Ryan Harding

April 8, 2009

We feel so bad for the loss of a Fantastic Man! I had the oppertunity to serve as Roger's Bishop for a period of time. What a great inspiration to our ward! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, the Skiby family. May Roger's legacy of warmth and a friendly smile remain with us all.

Gary and Maddy Collings

April 7, 2009

Dear Friends
Gary and I are so sorry to hear of Roger passing. We send our love and prays.

Vicki Kranwinkle

April 6, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Greg Summerhays

April 6, 2009

Norm, It seems like only last weeek that
Roger, You, Bert, JL and all the rest were on the hill having so much fun! Roger made the bad days turn out to be good ones. Roger could make anyone feel better. He had the kind of laugh that made everyone start to laugh! Norm, you and Roger are the best of people and I remember you both fondly.
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

April 6, 2009

My sincere love is extended to the Skiby family. How do I begin? Roger was more than a cousin, he and his whole family were more like my brothers and sisters than cousins. Our ages were close together, and we saw one another frequently. My fondest childhood memories are closely entwined with Sheriff Roger. My love and thoughts are with you. Love, Carol Jones Stringer. Jackson, Mississippi ([email protected])

Linda Shields Taylor

April 6, 2009

In my heart Roger holds a special place for his friendship. In high school he always made me fell welcome with his kindness. I will always remember the laughter I shared with him. His old high school friend will miss him.

Scott and Karen O'Brien

April 5, 2009

Skiby Family
We are so sorry for your loss. We love your family, you are all very special. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Blanche Rollins

April 5, 2009

Roger has been a friend since 2005, when we both needed "a friend", at the LDS church. Roger was and is still a very special, kind person.

John & Pauline Speirs

April 5, 2009

Norm,
Sorry to read of the passing of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Terry Thomas

April 5, 2009

I went to school with Roger and he was a very good friend to everyone!! My condolences to the family. Roger was a very special person.

Gayle Draper

April 5, 2009

David,Sorry to hear of your loss. I never got to know Roger very much but I remmber your mom and my mom were cousin, I known my brother Terry was the same age as Roger, and they knew eachother well.My prays are with you and the family. Gayle Sudbury Draper

Bert Singleton

April 5, 2009

My condolences to the Skiby family! I can't believe it, Roger gone. I worked with Roger and his Brother Norman for many,many years at Arthur Mill at Kennecott. He was a great person and very funny too.
Sorry to hear about your loss Norman and the rest of the family!

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