SKINNER, Ronald James

SKINNER. - Ronald James, aged 75 years, suddenly on Nov. 16, 2000 at LRH, Traralgon. Dearly loved husband of Val for 52 years. Loving Dad of Jill (Frazer), Ken, Beth (Sneddon) and Graeme. Loved father-in- law of Richard, Helen and Ian. LovedPoppy of Julie, Kellie and Rachel; Olivia and Ryan; Rebecca, Carly and Daniel; Amanda, Emma and Tyson. Dearest "Poppy Ron" of Chloe. "Life's work well done" Ron, "I'll be the last returning home, so greet me Mate O' Mine" How can I live without you? My love - My life - Val. Dad, Your guidance, wisdom and the power of your love, Have always been my strength and inspiration. The void you leave can never be filled, But the legacy you leave will last forever. Thanks Dad, for all you've done. We'll miss you so very much - all our love - Jill, Richard, Julie, Kellie, Rachel and Chloe. Dad, Your life was not selfish, for others you lived, Not for what you could receive, But for what you could give. If tears could build a stairway, And memories a lane. I'd walk right up to heaven, And bring you back again. Goodbye dear Dad My friend, my mate Keep alight the torch, Number 28. Love forever - Ken, Helen, Olivia and Ryan. Dad, Loving and kind you showed us the way, Generous and warm to the very last day. Sincere and true in your heart and mind. Beautiful memories you leave behind. Forever in our hearts We'll miss you Pop - Beth, Ian, Rebecca, Carly and Daniel. Dad, You dedicated your lifeto make us happy and content, And made us forget that you'd only been lent. Dad, it's now your turn to rest, You've earned that by being the best. Forgive me Dad as I sit here and weep, For you were someone I wanted to keep. For as longas I live I'll always be glad, That I was your son and you were my Dad. Love you always - Graeme, Amanda, Emma and Tyson. SKINNER. - Ron. Pop, you were someone we were always proud of. You gave us so much love and expected nothing in return. Although you weren't close by, you were always in our hearts and will be forever more. All our love - Julie, Kellie, Rachel and Chloe.