Joseph David Skaff

Joseph Skaff Obituary

SKAFF Joseph David Skaff, 79, went home to be with the Lord on October 15, 2004 after a long illness. He was born September 24, 1925 in Jacksonville and was a 40 year resident of Mandarin. Joe loved his home on Julington Creek and spent many hours fishing and crabbing from his dock. In his younger days, Joe was one o the top bowlers in the city. He was a member of St. Josephs Catholic Church for 40 years. Joe served in the Army Air Corps during World War II as a gunner, and flew 24 missions over Germany. He retired after nearly 30 years of service with the Veterans Administration. Joe's true love was his family. He realized his dream earlier this year by celebrating 50 years of marriage with his loving wife Audrey. He is survived by Audrey and his three sons: David (Julia); Michael (Suzanne); and Dennis (Dana), all of Jacksonville; and seven grandchildren: Elizabeth, Joseph, Christopher, Savannah, Audrey, Caroline & Amelia. He is predeceased by his first grandchild, Joseph David. He is also survived by a sister, Margaret (Carl) Rooks. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Monday, October 18th at the old St. Joseph's Historical Catholic Church on Loretto Road, with The Rev. Dan Cody officiating. Interment will follow immediately in St. Joseph's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family request that memorials or donations be made to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257. Arrangements HARDAGE-GIDDENS MANDARIN FUNERAL HOME Please sign the Guestbook at Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union from Oct. 17 to Oct. 19, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Skaff

8 Entries

Rosemary D. Hines

October 27, 2004

Audrey, You may not remember me but we lived across the street from you'll(1975-1983)(Luther died 1985) You'll have have my deepest sympathy at this very sad time. Sorry I was out of town last week & unable to go to Joe's service.

Time has a way of helping to ease the pain of your loss but all the cherished memories will last forever.

Sincerely,

Rosemary D. Hines

P O Box 100

Hilliard, FL 32046

Louis & Julie Danese

October 22, 2004

Audrey, You and Joe have been in Mandarin for a long time. We all have many good memories. Remembered

your home on J.C. road,kids in pool at St. Joe, baseball everywhere.Our deepest simpathy,

Toni Gories Wallace

October 20, 2004

Dear Margaret: David and I were very sorry to learn of the passing of your brother. GOD BLESS, Love, Toni

Debbie Leonardy

October 19, 2004

Joe, you wil be greatly missed.My former husband Kevin and I have many fond memories of visiting you on all the holidays and Kevin spent more time with you than his own family as a kid, having great fun with your boys. We were honored to have David and Julia as our own son Anthony's godparents.Every trip to Jacksonville before we moved back here was not complete without a visit to the Skaff house!You will be missed on earth, but a welcome addition to heaven!

Debbie-Nelson-Leonardy

Maryann & Clovis Turley

October 18, 2004

Dennis, I will always remember your kindness when Graig passed away 14 years ago and even though I did not know your father personally, please know that Clovis and I were saddened to learn of his passing.

AVE MARIA,GRATIA PLENA, DOMINUS TECUM, BENEDICTA TU IN MULIERIBUS, ET BENEDICTUS FRUTCU VENTRIS TUI, IESUS. SANCTA MARIA, MATER DEI, ORA PRO NOBIS PECCATORIBUS, NUNC, ET HORA MORTIS NOSTRAE. AMEN

Lovingly,

Carla Rooks

October 18, 2004

Aunt Audrey, David, Michael and Dennis. I'm sorry I couldn't be there. I have great memories of visiting ya'll at Julington Creek especially the smell of sulphur. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Carla

Beth skaff

October 18, 2004

Im the oldest living grandchild for Joseph David Skaff! He was the strongest man ever. He was more bold and brave than anyone i know! It was a long fight, 31 years to be exact. But he never gave up. He loved all of his family with the utmost love and passion that anyone could ever love a person! He was a hero, not only to myself, but to everyone around him, I dont think i could ever be that strong! In my eyes, he was always an angel on earth, but now....hes an angel in heaven!!! I LOVE YOU GRANDPA.... THIS MANY...... 11111 1 (6)

I will never forget you!

Mary Rooks McMahon

October 18, 2004

Aunt Audrey, David, Michael & Dennis - My thoughts are with you. I have great memories of Uncle Joe, including his wonderful laugh - the one where he would lean back and smile wide. Hope your thoughts and memories are comforting you. Love, Mary Louise

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