Gerald Richard Skipper, 79, of Crestview, Florida, passed away unexpectedly Monday, September 6, 2021. Mr. Skipper was born June 13, 1942, in Clermont, FL.
Gerald is preceded in death by his parents L.C. and Jeanne Skipper and his oldest son, John Skipper.
Gerald is survived by his wife Kazue Skipper, his sons Jeff (Cathy) Skipper and James Skipper (Michele), his daughter, Lisa Skipper, his sister, Judy Fields, a niece, Jennifer Fields Capps and, four grandchildren, Garrett and Austin (Lela) Brannon, Jessica and Alec Skipper, great-granddaughter, Willow Brannon.
The funeral service will be held Sunday, September 19, 2021, beginning at 2:00 pm, from the Chapel of Brackney Funeral Service. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, September 18, 2021, from 5 to 7 pm. Gerald will be laid to rest at 2:00 pm on Monday, September 20th at the Barrancas National Cemetary, Naval Air Station Pensacola.
Brackney Funeral Service Chapel
Brackney Funeral Service Chapel
Patsy Cobb
September 9, 2021, 8:40 pm
Lisa, my deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences in the death of your father. You and your family have been a part of my heart since I was blessed to have you in my first grade classroom. I pray you feel God’s love and peace in your heart today and in the days to come.
Stephanie Sanders
September 9, 2021, 11:46 pm
I am so sorry to hear this news. Skipper was one of my favorite people. He was always kind and had a kind word for me everyday. I will miss him!
Patti Fleming
September 10, 2021, 12:16 am
This has been a sad year. Prayers to family & friends.
Andy Malbon
September 10, 2021, 7:06 pm
Ms, Kay and family, our family is so saddened by the loss of Skipper. He was quite a character and a sincere friend.
There is bridge that he helped build on our property before we ever moved here to allow access to the Northwest side. We have always called that, and will continue to call that , “Skipper’s Bridge”. Our most heartfelt condolences are extend to you and family. God Bless.
Bonnie Boston
September 11, 2021, 4:23 pm
Everyone will miss Skippers jokes and love for family and friends.I have a lot of great memories of line dancing with the group of friends we had. If u need anything Kay, I’m here for you. Bonnie
Juanita Johnson
September 12, 2021, 11:43 pm
Skipper family, There’s no words with enough passion to say exactly what we feel when we lose someone. Lot’s of loss around us but we keep trudging on as God would have us do. RIP Jerry. My husband was one of your fishing buddies and he loved you. He is gone now, as well, so you have a grand reunion together in heaven while he waits for me.
Judy Fields
September 13, 2021, 11:33 am
Judy Fields
My brother and I enjoyed a very special and close love and friendship. I miss him terribly already as he called or texted me every day, often several times a day. Jerry was a kind, honest, funny guy who believed that family always came first. I know he is enjoying one of our favorite family reunions with those who have gone on before. May he Rest In Peace.