Passed away at the Health Sciences Centre, St. John’s on Thursday, September 24, 2015, Robert Skiffington of Port Blandford, aged 79 years. Predeceased by parents Albert and Ruth; parents-in-law James and Winnie Leyden; and two sisters. Left with fond and loving memories his wife Gladys of 52 years; children Geraldine (Alan), Lloyd (Ivy) and Lorena (Don); grandchildren Thea, Jessica, Jonathan and Mackenzie; great granddaughter Jade; sisters Jane, Elsie and Rosie; brother Edward (Jackie) and a large circle of family and friends. Rested at the United Church, Port Blandford. Funeral service took place on Monday, September 28, 2015 at the United Church, Port Blandford with interment at the United Cemetery, Port Blandford. In his memory donations may be made to a charity of ones choice.