Eric Clarence Skinner
1917-2008 After a long life, Eric has passed away at the age of 91 years. Born in Glace Bay and lived in New Aberdeen most of his life, until moving to Quarry Road. Since March 2007, Eric has resided at Taigh Na Mara, where he received excellent care from the wonderful staff there. Eric was the youngest son of Mortimer and Isabell Skinner. He served four years in the Second World War with the RCASC overseas as a mechanic/driver. Later he worked in No. 20 coal mines and took early retirement for health reasons. Eric enjoyed his cottage in Mira Gut and spent his time gardening both there and at home. Eric was predeceased by his parents; his wife, Irene (Tutty) Skinner and his partner of 21 years, Doris Wark. Also his brothers, Richard Sr., Burford Sr. and his nephew, Burford Skinner (Junior). Eric is survived by his sister, Kathlyn Peach; his stepdaughters, Nancy McPhee, Glace Bay, and Bonnie Henrickson, Manitoba; nephews, Richard Jr., Michael and David. Also by his legal guardian, Mary (Burford Jr.) Skinner, who lovingly took care of him in his final years; also his sister-in-law, Katherine (Buford Sr.) Skinner. Eric was a member of Warden United Church. Visitation for Eric Skinner will take place from 2-3 p.m.. Friday, Dec. 5, 2008, at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay, 849-7520. Funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Clayton Austin officiating. Interment will be held at Greenwood Cemetery at a later date. Donations in Eric's memory can be made to Warden United Church or to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to Patten@seaside.ns.ca.
