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Edward SKYRMS

1954 - 2023

Edward SKYRMS obituary, 1954-2023, St. Petersburg, FL

BORN

1954

DIED

2023

Edward SKYRMS Obituary

SKYRMS, Edward Kent 68, went to be the Lord on July 2, 2023 surrounded by his family at his home in Bushnell. Kent was born October 21, 1954 in Tampa. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Lynn (Baughman), daughter, Elizabeth (Dustin) Prickett; and son, Brian (Julie), his eight grandchildren, and his three sisters, Connie (Jim) Wilson, Deborah Kent Skyrms, Susan (Chris) Anderson and their families. His Celebration of Life will be held at Hyde Park United Methodist Church on Thursday July 6, at 1:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your choice.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times from Jul. 6 to Jul. 9, 2023.

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Cindy Coney

July 13, 2023

We were out of town last week and just got back and heard of Kent's passing, or we would have attended his Celebration of Life. Tony and I want to pass on our deep sympathy and prayers to all of the family. Kent was a wonderful man and I know he will be missed by all. Sending love and hugs

American Cancer Fund

July 10, 2023

The staff of the American Cancer Fund® at www.AmericanCancerFund.org is sorry to hear of Edward´s passing. We have received a memorial donation in his name and our sincere condolences go out to his family.

Hilary

July 8, 2023

Lynn, I am so sad the hear of Kent´s passing! You are a loving and giving daughter, mother and especially wife. He loved you so very much! I am especially sorry that I just learned he passed away yesterday, so I missed seeing you in person at his celebration of life. This is the only way I know to reach you, may God´s love comfort you in this very difficult time.

Mary Littlejohn

July 7, 2023

So very sorry to hear about the passing of our cousin. My prayers are with you all.

Jeanne Ackerman

July 6, 2023

So sorry to hear this sad news. My condolences to the family. Jeanne Ackerman

Suzanne Spence

July 6, 2023

I am so very sorry to hear of Kent's passing. He was a lifelong and dear friend to my late brother, Hal. I have very fond memories of the three of us growing up. My deepest condolences to his family and all who loved him.
Suzanne Spence

Suzanne Spence

July 6, 2023

I'm so very sorry to hear of Kent's passing. He was a lifelong and dear friend of my late brother Hal. I have very fond memories of the three of us in our early years. My deepest condolences and love to his family and to all who loved him.
Suzanne Spence

Mary Lou Compton

July 6, 2023

I am so sorry to hear this. I know Debbie, Susie and Lynn are devastated. My prayers and thought are with my former neighbors and their families. My prayers also go out to Lynn and Kent´s children. I just saw this or I would have been there today for support. Love to you all.

Mary Watson

July 6, 2023

Lynn I'm sorry for the lost of your husband sending prayers and hugs.

Don Hart

July 6, 2023

Condolences to Kent's family. Knew Kent as the cool little brother of three very cool older sisters.

Debbie Jackson Tucker

July 6, 2023

So sorry for your loss. I'll always remember him as the three sisters little brother. I have fun memories of playing football in the Skyrm's backyard. May he rest in peace. Prayers for his family and friends.

Vikki McVay

July 6, 2023

So sorry to hear of this loss....a time way too soon. My deepest sympathy to the family.

Vicki Spence

July 6, 2023

So sorry to hear...Kent was a close friend of my dear brother, Hal. Peace to the family.

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Memorial Events
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6

Celebration of Life

1:30 p.m.

Hyde Park United Methodist Church

FL

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