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JOEL ATLAS SKIRBLE
On Thursday, September 3, 2015, Joel Atlas Skirble of Falls Church, VA. Beloved son of the late William and Paula Skirble and Ralph Atlas; beloved brother of Roseanne (Daniel Klein) Skirble; uncle of Gabriel, Refael and Ariel. Graveside funeral services will be held on Sunday, September 6, 2015, 12 Noon at Garden of Remembrance Memorial Park, Clarksburg, MD. Family will receive friends following the service at the late residence. Memorial contributions may be made to the Chabad Lubavitch of Alexandria/Arlington, 3213 Duke St., #630, Alexandria, VA 22314 or to the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh for the Paula and Ralph Atlas Endowment Fund, 234 McKee Pl., Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Arrangements entrusted to TORCHINSKY HEBREW FUNERAL HOME (endorsed by the Rabbinical Council of Greater Washington) 202-541-1001.
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for JOEL SKIRBLE
Sponsored by Nely Alfaro, Yescenia Morales (with Love from El Salvador) .
Lee Golomb
August 29, 2024
A true friend while growing up.
Yesce
September 3, 2020
Siempre presente en nuestros recuerdos.
B.M
July 3, 2016
Siempre presente en cada recuerdo...
Edgar B
March 23, 2016
grcias Capitan! (r.i.p)
Asia Vasquez
November 30, 2015
R.I.P Thank you for All your help in the Latin community. Muchas gracias. I was help by you and your law office with a scholarship in 1995. I am for ever Greatfulllll.
November 25, 2015
Descanza en Paz! Que Dios le reciba en sus brazos y doy gracias porque Dios te le haya puesto en mi camino. Gracias por ayudar a muchos!
Leandro Rivera
November 17, 2015
Rest in peace, Joel.
Nely Alfaro
November 3, 2015
I will always remember you. I love you.
Nely Alfaro
October 5, 2015
I miss you
Cherise H
September 30, 2015
RIP Joel ... you have left the party early. Hope you found peace, fun & lots of laughter! You are missed Charles & Cherise
R.C. Levy
September 18, 2015
Sorry to read today of Joel's passing, Rosanne. We had great times together at Kamp Kewanee. I think the last time I saw you was at our apartment in Silver Springs, MD many moons ago. May G-d bless his soul.
Patty Spear
September 14, 2015
What a shock to read Joel's obituary in the Chronicle. He was a great guy. We had fun at Pirate games as kids, I rode my first motorcycle with him. His middle name was "fun." Generosity was his motto. He will be missed.
Terry Hoffmann
September 11, 2015
Roseanne, my friend, you know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Although I didn't know your brother, I know you have many memories of special times in your life you shared to comfort you. From all the wonderful comments here, it sounds like he lived an interesting and fulfilling life and was loved by many. He was a fortunate man.
Love,
Terry
Benjamin & Zulma Sternberg
September 8, 2015
El Capitan [The Captain]: It was with great loss and heavy heart that I heard this tragic news. My good friend, my former roommate, and DC nightlife partner, you will be missed by your friends as well as the Pro-Israel, DC/VA/MD legal, Cuban ex pat, and Salvadorian communities [As well as the late night Spanish TV ad placement agencies]. The lives you touched and to the folks in the arts who benefited from your generosity, will never be the same w/out you front and center fighting the fight. "The suit is driving".
Christine Herrick
September 7, 2015
Rosanne, I am so sorry for your loss. I am one of the few left who knew both you and Joel as kids in Pittsburgh back in the day. But I wasn't in your family, only your friend next door, and I realize that with Joel now gone there is no one in your life who remembers all your earliest days. Joel was a one of a kind guy. I know you will miss him very much and I feel so sad for you. Love always, Chris
Lee Golomb
September 7, 2015
I was shocked to learn of Joel,s death. Over 50 years ago we were classmates and good friends at Wightman School in the Squirrel Hill area of Pittsburgh. I last saw Joel at our 50th. elementary reunion a few years ago. He looked great. We used to play together after school at his house. His mother always welcomed everyone with open arms. In those days he was a great friend.
JoAnn Erfer
September 7, 2015
Roseanne, so sorry for your loss. It's tough to lose your brother, I know since I just lost mine. I know your good memories will sustain you at this tough time.. Fondly, JoAnn Weinstein Erfer
Amy and Mort Friedkin
September 7, 2015
Such a character.....you were such a personality.
And now this.
so like you to exit without warning.
thank You, El Capitan for the 25 yuears of roller coaster rides to only you knew where.
indeed, you took ALL oF US to sa many places that we hardly realized exists.
we'll all be watcihn' fer ya!
Salute!
mort (and Amy).
Nely Alfaro
September 7, 2015
Joel Thank you my love for being the most wonderful person to come into my life, thank you for the 5 years that we spent together. I was very happy with you as my best friend, my boyfriend, my fiancé, my husband and all. It was only few months for us to get married but Hashem decided that you should go to your new home. Wait for me that so that we can be together. I love you so much. I will miss you.
And and Chuck Stevens
September 6, 2015
Well, Joel, we had a few laughs, shared the births of our two children, and a 40th anniversary surprise party: and now this. You've left us before your time. We said goodbye today but our memories of you will last the rest of our lives.
Terry and Stephen Friedkin
September 6, 2015
We remember all the fun times at Telluride- your amazing memory of all the New Yorker film critics and the wonderful times in DC- lunch at the Church and Etheopian dinners. What inspiring thought processes and wanting to share great experiences. You will be missed.
Jenirose Friedkin
September 5, 2015
I am so sorry you are gone. You are a true and beloved character and I will surely miss you Capitan. Thank you for your friendship and generosity.
Daphne
September 5, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear brother. May the God of all comfort give you strength to cope during this difficult time.
Yesce Morales
September 5, 2015
Ud siempre sera luz en mi vida y parte de mi familia. Gracias por todo el amor. Su legado vivira por siempre. Atesorare sus palabras y consejos , (Un campeon le hace frente a cualquier circunstancia). Hasta pronto tio Joe.
Carlos Roberto Morales
September 5, 2015
September 3, 2015 GOD called back one of His precious angels. Joel you will always be in my heart Thank you for your friendship this past year. Rest in peace Captain Joel A. Skirble and know that I will never forget you.
September 5, 2015
The world will be poorer for your absence Captain Joel. Remember the Amazon and Cusco. Cooee. Rex and Lynette Perth Australia xxx
September 4, 2015
Miss you lots. Love you. Anita.
Sandra Tome
September 4, 2015
Rest in Peace Mr. Skirble. You will be missed by many and your legacy remains and you always be remembered as you always wished.
blanca alfaro
September 4, 2015
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Alvaro Melo - Correa
September 4, 2015
For El Capitan: ZICHRONO LEVRACHA.
" May his memory be Blessed "
ivy ortega
September 4, 2015
..will miss you asking about my daughter referring to her as "Mamma Mia".. or telling me to work my magic with your GPS.. -ivy
Joseph Malouf
September 4, 2015
Rest in peace Capitan.
violeta perdomo
September 4, 2015
Mis mas sentido pesame ala fam por la perdida de un buen hombre un amigo ala comunidad hace poco mos miramos en el aeropuerto de el Salvador y me conto que queria comprar una casa para descansar y haora ya no esta.
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