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Irene Laing Reid Reid (Cliff) posted a condolence
Monday, April 29, 2024
Myself and Cliff loved Wally ,Judy and their girls .They all had a humble way of living ,and when you meet them anywhere,never rushed a chat .Always special in our life .God Has Another Angel
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Monday, February 19, 2024
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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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Emmie Penney posted a condolence
Sunday, February 11, 2024
To Wally’s family,
Our sincere condolences on your great loss. Wally was a kind and gentle man to everyone he met and you always felt a little calmer when in his presence. He’ll be greatly missed in our town. Sharing your sorrow and wishing you comfort in your memories.
Emmie & Otto
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Jane Whelan posted a condolence
Thursday, February 8, 2024
Jane Whelan.
I worked with Wally for 30 years. He was the most kind hearted person I have ever met. My thoughts and prayers go out to Andrea, Sonya and Allison and their families.
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Julianne Mayo Sullivan uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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When I think back on my childhood visits to Wally and Judy’s house, they were filled with kindness, patience, bunnies, bees, full shelves, warmth, stories and a hint of ski wax in the air. It was a very special place for me.
While it took me years to develop a taste for honey, when I finally did, the only one I liked was from Wally’s hives! He set the standard for honey (and bee keeping) for the rest of my life. His legacy lives on with my own kids. They hear the stories and know all about how their mom grew up with the best honey in the world. Now we go to our local city park in The Hague, Netherlands to get our honey directly from the beekeeper there. We are keeping the tradition alive from abroad. I like to think that Wally (and Judy) would be pleased about that.
Kindest regards,
Julianne
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Graham Oliver posted a condolence
Saturday, February 3, 2024
I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the family on the passing of a wonderful father and exceptional role model. Most of my contact with Wally was through skiing and orienteering. Upon first meeting Wally back in the 70s, I was surprised to learn that he was a fellow Cape Bretoner and we shared stories about our Cape Breton roots. It was not surprising as I read the tributes that, kindness, leadership, a true friend, humble, love of family were common themes describing Wally. He will certainly be missed by family and friends. May he Rest In Peace.
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Rollie MacInnis uploaded photo(s)
Friday, February 2, 2024
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Wally's Little League Team - circa 1950.
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Rollie MacInnis posted a condolence
Friday, February 2, 2024
Wally was a true friend. We began our friendship in Westmount School, Grade 5, and continued throughout our high school and university days. We've always been in touch over the decades with occasional visits. I will miss him. Judy and I extend our condolences to his family.
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Doug and Shirley Greer posted a condolence
Friday, February 2, 2024
Andrea, Alison and Sonya -
Our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your Dad. May there be comfort in knowing of the release it brought.
Shirley and I were very sorry to learn of Wally's cruel illness but not surprised to hear of the courage and resolve of his fight against it.
I have never known anyone more comfortable to be with than Wally. He was always interesting and interested, good humoured, kind and gentle, dedicated to his family, friends, profession and community. We will dearly miss his visits and companionship. We share your grief.
Doug and Shirley Greer
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Henry Mann posted a condolence
Friday, February 2, 2024
Sonya, Andrea, Alison,
Our sincere condolences to the Family.
It has been a privilege to share friendship with Wally and Judy. Many hours and days have been spent visiting, travelling, enjoying the outdoors, and helping each other. They both added immensely to the community and the greater world. We celebrate their legacy with many special memories. Rest in Peace.
Henry and Phyllis Mann
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Cyril Lundrigan posted a condolence
Thursday, February 1, 2024
My condolences to Andrea and the Skinner family. I often think of Wally and his kind and gentle demeanor. It was always a pleasure to be in his company.
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Karen & Jerry Brake posted a condolence
Thursday, February 1, 2024
Sonya, Andrea, Alison & Families,
Your dad was certainly a beautiful soul. He was a fantastic father to you girls and a wonderful partner in life to your mom. You have been blessed with many wonderful experiences and memories shared with both your parents. Those of us who shared time with him along his journey got a glimpse of his spirit and his love of family, nature and life in general. You three are his true legacy as you share his knowledge and love of everything and everyone he valued. Take comfort in all the love being shown to you and yours. Hugs to you. Karen & Jerry Brake
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Edward Andrews posted a condolence
Thursday, February 1, 2024
We are very sorry to learn of Wally’s passing and we extend our sincere sympathies to you and family. I got to know Wally in the late seventies, when I first moved to Pasadena. He was a great conversationalist and a very knowledgeable person. He will be missed, but never forgotten. Ed Andrews & Peggy Kelly Andrews.
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Joe & Dottie MacDonald posted a condolence
Thursday, February 1, 2024
The Skinner family we are very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I had many interactions with Wally when he worked with the Wildlife Department. He had a wonderful personality always making time for interactions anytime I met him. He was so passionate in all of his endeavors. May all your fond memories over the years help you through this very difficult time. May her rest in peace.
Joe MacDonald Retired RCMP
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Carla Brown posted a condolence
Thursday, February 1, 2024
To Alison and all her family - Your dad made such a difference for the people and wildlife in Newfoundland. His good deeds and true love towards all are such an inspiration. Alison - it is so clear that he lives on through you and now your sons. Much love to you all.
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Don Bonia posted a condolence
Thursday, February 1, 2024
We came to know Wally many years ago during the early days of the Pasadena Cross Country Ski Club to which he was extremely committed. On occasion over the years we shared our passion for skiing, canoeing and just being in nature in general.
He was always inspirational to us in his quiet, patient and kind manner.
Wally will be sadly missed by us and many others who
had the privilege of knowing a very special person on a very special journey.
Godspeed Wally.
Don and Yvonne Bonia
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Zuhur Adem planted a tree in memory of Wallace Skinner
Thursday, February 1, 2024
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Zuhur Adem posted a condolence
Thursday, February 1, 2024
I had the best Christmas holidays with the family at Newfoundland. During my stay Mr Wallace took us for skidooing and snowshoeing.
Those momedies never fade and I am grateful.
RIP
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Angela Ysseldyk posted a condolence
Thursday, February 1, 2024
Sending our sincere condolences to you all. Wally was such a kind, and thoughtful soul. I always admired his physical ability and sense of adventure. His eyes sparkled when he smiled (and that was a lot) ! I can remember cross country skiing and snow shoeing with him at Alison and John (my Dad’s) wedding in Pasadena and he was always up for a big walk and chat when he’d visit. He will be so missed. So sorry for your loss. Xo The Ysseldyks
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Roger Rideout posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
My Condolences to the Skinner family. Sonya, I have a fond memory of your dad in Pasadena, the time he brought a polar bear in town from Labrador, I believe. It was so big the paws was over the tailgate of his truck. I can still picture him telling me about it and cross country skiing.
Roger and Sonja Rideout
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Barry & Lisa Wheeler posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
To the Skinner family, our deepest sympathies to you & yours. Andrea, I never got to meet your dad but I saw the light in your eyes when you talked about him. Please reach out if you need anything.
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Ronald Pitcher posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Many years ago I was passing by the wildlife building in pasadena and a truck pulled in that had a polar bear in the box,I asked wally what was going on and he said that he was going to skin the bear and find out how it died so I stayed and helped him with the animal and when he was done he needed some salt to do the pelt, so my dad had lots of fish salt so I got him enough to do the pelt.i learned a lot about his job that day,I knew him years before that,it's a great memory,he was a great man
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Joe Brazil posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
To the Skinner family. My deepest sympathies. Wally was a quite giant among men. Loved and deeply respected by those who knew him. He led by example and humility and his many achievements will be his legacy. But a more important legacy will be his children and grandchildren and those who follow. He will live on in them. The cosmos has become a bit poorer now that he has moved on. I expect the trees along the ski trails in Pasadena will be bending their branches in his honour.
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Amanda Currie planted a tree in memory of Wallace Skinner
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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Barb Evans posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Dear Wally,
Always felt that we knew you through Sara and David (Alison' s friends) although we never met. We however always enjoyed hearing the stories about your bees, your garden and ski trails.
Sincerely,
Barb and Jim
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Stuart Weldon posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Andria and siblings I am so sorry to hear of Wally's passing. Wally and Judy were special people whom Carol Ann and I enjuyed sharing visits with from time to time. I first met Wally at UNB when we both took a wildlife course together sometime in the mid 1960s from Prof Bruce Wright. Later we relocated to reside the rest of our lives in Newfoundland. This time we shared information on bees and bee keeping plus the Great Outdoors and the creatures that resided there, on land and in the water. Your dad was a unique, kind and 'one in a million!
Stu Weldon.
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Margaret Hepditch posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Andrea, we are sorry to learn of Wally’s passing, and we extend our sympathies to you and your family.
Margaret Hepditch & Steve Howlett
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Lynda Parsons planted a tree in memory of Wallace Skinner
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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Harry Balsom posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Sincerest condolences. I have many fond memories of our association with your Mom and Dad over the years. You are all in my thought and prayers.
Harry Balsom
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Mike Cahill posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Andrea, Sonya and Allison
So sorry for your loss and hope that you will find comfort in the memories of your wonderful Dad! Remembering his happy disposition and enthusiasm for just about anything, especially the bees and his family. I always felt so welcomed in your home by you, your Mom and Dad. He was a colleague and friend that we will all miss.
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Bev and Glenn Kirby posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Sonya, Andrea and Alison,
So sorry to hear of Wally’s passing.
We remember the day the five of you, together with the animals you had at the time, left Church Street and headed off to graduate studies in the States. We really enjoyed living in your family home that year. Thank goodness John Steffler took care of the bees!
Bev and Glenn Kirby
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Milt and Della Crewe posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Andrea and siblings,
We mourn the passing of a true gentleman in every sense of the word. He always had time for great conversation and his love for this province and the great outdoors was unparalleled. May his memory be a blessing.
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Jane and Steven Spencer posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
It's with great sadness that I say goodbye to my big brother. He was always there for me when I needed him the most. A great athlete, a trait he passed on to his daughters, and a lover of nature, that he passed on to us all. I remember the fun filled summers of camping and fishing in the most remote places he could find in NFLD. It always seemed to be in a gravel pit somewhere. And of course cx skiing in the winter. His passing leaves a giant hole in our family, that will never again be filled. We will always remember his courageous spirit and love of life. (Joie de Vivre)
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Winston Anstey posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Wishing my condolences to the Skinner family. I spent most of my career working alongside Wally at the Pasadena office and I can honestly say I have never known a more pleasant man!
Many awesome memories and it was a pleasure to have known him. He will be severely missed.
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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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Sonya, Andrea, Alison & families,
Thinking of you during this time of sadness and loss. Wally was a wonderful "boss" and a valued friend. Some of my (Lem) memories are working together on the the reintroduction of Canada Geese to the Codroy Valley in the 1970's, ptarmigan surveys on the Lepoile Plateau with his dog, martin trapping in Little Grand Lake and caribou tagging trips on the Buchan's Plateau. He was an avid salmon and trout fishermen. We spent many a fun time pursuing these hobbies on Harryman's Steady and at Serpentine Lake.
But some of our most cherished memories come from our families' participation in orienteering events, travelling for x-country ski events, mushroom forays and other outdoor activities. Who can forget the national orienteering competitions in BC? Then there were the special times such as our trip together to New York and other family gatherings /explorations. We shared meals and laughter. good times and bad times.
He was a gentleman of the finest order and we will miss him. The skies have acquired another bright star. Lem and Mary Mayo
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Trish Lake posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Sonya, Andrea and Allison,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I have known your father as a neighbour since we moved to Pasadena in 1982. He was always pleasant and ready for a chat whenever I met him on his walks. He loved the outdoors and his bees. I remember a day when he had all the bees at his place and they swarmed around a tree in the house next door to his house and across from us. He came out in his full bed gear and his smoker and somehow managed to get the queen bee and the others back to the hive. I was terrified but he was so calm and knew what he was doing. He lived a great life and spoke often to me of you girls and his grandchildren, He will be missed in the neighborhood. God bless him now and grant him eternal peace with Judy!
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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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Sending our condolences to Sonya, Andrea, Allison and families on the loss of their dad. I hope your memories together are helping you navigate this loss and celebrate the wonderful lives of both your mom and dad.
I was so fortunate to grow up next door to all of you and the whole families presence in my life was valued and appreciated more than I could ever say in words.
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Helen Norman posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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Sincerest condolences to Wally's daughters, siblings and their families. Wally was a wonderful neighbor and friend, and he will be sadly missed. So glad I was able to see him over Christmas! May he rest in eternal peace!
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Eugene Sooley posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Andrea, Sonya, and Allison,
Sorry for your loss. Your dad (and your mom) were the best. And that comes truly from the heart as I and all his friends knew him to be just that, the best.
Last time I saw Wally was a few months ago. The thing I noticed most about him then, and the same as all throughout his life, was his modesty, his humility. I don’t think he ever used words like I, me, myself. No, he only seemed to care about the other person, their problems, their interests, everyone else but himself. That, as you all know, is a very rare quality, a character trait seldom found in people these days. I realized this many years ago, back in the late 60’s or early 70’s when my late wife, Myra, first introduced me to Judy, his beloved wife, a lady who worked in the same office at the Dept. of Health. The four of us quickly became friends. I say that now, especially, because he was a very sick man the last time, we talked yet he continued to be humble never once talking about himself and his health problems, always with that hypnotic smile. Only when I had to pry it out of him, with questions, would he consider addressing it. He was just being ‘Wally’ talking to me about my minor insignificant complaints. How could you not admire a person like that?
We did a lot of things together during the fifteen years we lived in Pasadena. Played hockey, softball, volleyball and floor hockey with Henry Hounsell’s fitness team. Every Christmas when the kids were young, we would celebrate at his house and at ours and get together with our good friend nurse Janet Howard Rose.
Ops, sorry for speaking for so long but there is so much I could say about one of the best friends I ever had and of those years we spent in Pasadena with them when our family was young, the best years of our life.
Wally, we will miss you, but we will never forget you and Judy and your wonderful family. Rest in peace, my peaceful friend, …Gene and Linda.
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Beverley Penney posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Andrea and family. What can one say when you lose such a great man! The salt of the earth. Our sincerest condolences. We will sure miss seeing him and having a chat. God bless,
Bev and Butch
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Hughie & Elizabeth Butt posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Sonya, Andrea, Alison,
Deepest condolences on the passing of your Dad. Memories of Wally go back to the early eighties when we first relocated to Pasadena. Back then and through the years he was always so pleasant, so gentle, always interested in everybody else's life and constantly deflecting attention away from himself, just a true gentleman. Though always humble, it was obvious to all that he was far from ordinary. He was an excellent athlete, an exceptional skier, a master beekeeper, and a credit to his town, his profession, and to the ski club he loved. Take strength in knowing he will be deeply missed, not only by family but by all who knew him.
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Wanda Gushue posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Sonya, Andrea, Alison and families: I was deeply saddened to hear of your dad's passing. My memories go back to the days when he brought his bees to Pasadena Elementary and shared his passion and knowledge with my students. He has surely left an indelible mark and will be missed by many. Sending sincere condolences to all and praying that your precious memories will help with the restoration of peace. God bless, Wanda
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Al and Eileen Pitcher posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
To Sonya, Andrea, Alison and Family. Eileen and I were so saddened to hear of Wally's passing. Wally and Judy were some of the first people we met when we first visited Pasadena in the mid 70's. His love for family, community, and nature was always evident. A gentle, soft- spoken, and highly intelligent man, Wally was a powerful, positive influence on a lot of people throughout his life. He will be missed. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. RIP Wally.
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Dorothy & Blayne House posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
We have lost a kind, loving man from our community. Our family will miss him dearly. Our sorrow goes out to Andrea, Alison, Sonya and the family.
Dorothy, Blayne Rachelle and Paul
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Ida Gulliver posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Joe & I became Fiends with Wally & Judy & their children because of their Love of NATURE. Condolences & Prayers for the Family. (Mrs.Ida M Gulliver.)
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Anne & Sam Caines posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Andrea & Family,
Sam & I were saddened to hear about the passing of Wally. We send our prayers & condolences.
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Rod Lyver posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
I met Wally in the early 80s as a MUN student. I was hired to survey and flag out the new ski trail additions. With both his and Dave's guidance I managed to complete the project and made two lifelong friends. Both would often visit me at Rod's and we always had great chats. I'm sorry to hear of his passing and pass on mine and Tina's condolences to his family and friends. Rest in peace my friend.
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Michelle Cornick posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
I have many, many fond memories of Wally especially as a member of the Pasadena Ski and Nature Park. He was instrumental in teaching my husband and I Skiing 101.
He was such a patient man and a very positive one. I always loved bumping into Wally at the local grocery store as we always had a good yarn. Your presence has definitely been missed at the ski club. Sending sincere condolences to your family.
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