Robert W. Skeffington
August 24, 1940 ~ November 25, 2018
DANVERS- Robert W. Skeffington, 78, passed away on November 25, 2018 in Beverly Hospital. He was the loving companion of Pauline Lynah of Danvers.
Born in Marblehead on August 24, 1940, he was the son of the late Richard and Eleanor (Robinson) Skeffington. Robert was raised and educated in Topsfield and graduated from Topsfield High School. He had been active within his community and had been a past volunteer fireman and a part time police officer for the Town of Topsfield. He was also a supporter of small local businesses. Robert had been member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 4 for over fifty years and earned his gold watch and certificate with them. In the past he greatly enjoyed working with his Belgian draft horses, and more recently enjoyed working with his tractor and driving his motorcycle.
In addition to Pauline, he is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Lee and John O’Brien of Georgetown and his son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Laurene Skeffington of Topsfield, three grandchildren, Eric, Courtney and Kelli O’Brien, his friend and former wife, Weegee and Jerry Buckley of Topsfield and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Richard Skeffington, Jr.
His Memorial Service will be held from 1-4PM on Sunday, January 6, 2019 in Coolidge Hall at the Topsfield Fairgrounds. Relatives and friends are invited. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Robert’s name to Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH, 45250 or dav.org/donate.
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Pauline and Family – we are so sadden to learn of Bob’s passing….. He was a GREAT friend and neighbor. He took care of the lawns in the summer, the snow in the winter and the leaves in the fall….. The furry “kids are going to miss him. The “Hill” won’t be the same
Dick and Karen Kennedy
Dear Skeffington Family,
Robert Skeffington was my friend but more important he was a part of my family. I met Robert as a result of a family connection and we had a bond based of those circumstances. We would socialize at family events and he would often visit me in my office at the Georgetown Police Station.
Robert was a true supporter of the policing profession but more important supported my wife RuthAnn and our daughters Devin and Danielle throughout our time together. We enjoyed many parties and family events together but the most reflective time I had with him was his detailed stories and knowledge of Topsfield and his Love of dog and horses. He entertained me for hours and taught me so much about these two topics.
I know he struggled with his health in recent years and he was disappointed that he could no longer do the things he so loved but his stories often reminded me of how much he loved his times of the past.
I will miss him for sure but most important his loss will teach me when you get a chance to meet someone, be sure you treasure the times you have together because you wake up one day and they are gone.
Good Bye Friend,
Chief Don Cudmore and Family
My condolences to the friends and family of Mr. Skeffington, I had the privilege of meeting Mr. Skeffington a few years back when he came in for an appointment at the dental office where I work. I was new to the office at the time (‘the new girl”) and he immediately made me feel welcome; including me in conversations. I enjoyed listening to his stories over the years. When I purchased my new Dodge Ram, he was quick to fall in love with it and we shared our passion for trucks. I will miss him so much!! I am grateful to have known him! Another angel has gotten his wings.
Heidi Poulin
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts of my dad with us Heidi.
This is such a wonderful tribute to my dad Don. He loved having you, Ruthann and the girls in his life. We all know how much his visits to you at the station meant to him, and you always took time out of your day for him. Thank you for such beautiful words. Love, the whole Family!
Our deepest condolences to Skeff’s family and friends. We were saddened by the news of his passing. I met Skeff in 1975 when I went to work for a local excavation contractor.
We bonded right away as we had many like interests. I chose another career path after five years but we stayed in contact through the years. He would visit me often at the Harley -Davidson dealership where I worked for fifteen years and then at a local auto dealership for the last ten years on route 114 in Danvers. Always a big smile,a hefty hand shake and a robust laugh would follow Him through the front door. He always reminded me that the good guys had to stick together because there were only a few of us left. Skeff met my Wife at the bank where she worked in Topsfield and they to became instant friends. That’s just how he was. We will miss him terribly, but his memory will be with us forever. We truly did loose one of the good guys. May he Rest In Peace.
Wayne & Cheryl