Robert A Skead

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Robert A. Skead (Bob) has taken leave of this place to be with his Savior Jesus Christ. Bob passed away on May 27, 2023, at the age of 97. His wife of 69 years, Mildred, entered heaven five years earlier. Bob was an avid fly fisherman, gardener, wood worker and wood carver. As a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Ridgewood for more than 65 years, Bob served as a Sunday School teacher, Sunday School Superintendent, deacon, elder and as a member of the board of Trustees and Finance Committee. Bob was also a published children's book author having co-written three American Revolutionary War Adventure books with his son Rob. A Son of the American Revolution and Mayflower descendant, Bob was a patriot serving his country in the US Navy during World War II. During his career, Bob was an executive with Phillip Morris Inc. and the American Safety Razor Company. Bob touched many lives with his kindness, generosity, prayers and strong faith.

Bob is survived by his two daughters Lynne, Gail, her husband Robert, his son Robert and wife Susan: grandchildren Allison (Jeff), Matthew (Stephanie), Robbie, Kirsten, and John and great-grandchildren Cameron, Lily and Parker. He is also survived by his sister Marion (Steve) and extended family members Elizabeth, Camille and Justin.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30am on Thursday June 1, 2023, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 155 Linwood Avenue, Ridgewood, N.J. Following the service, the interment will be at Valleau Cemetery, at 546 Franklin Trpk. Ridgewood. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Bob's memory. 

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