William Raymond 'Ray' Skiffington

SKIFFINGTON, William Raymond ‘Ray’ It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of Ray Skiffington on October 11,2019 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital at the age of 87. Born in Donkin he was the son of the late Gidion and Elizabeth Skiffington. Ray moved to Meriden Connecticut where he was employed for over 40 years at the First Congregational Church. Dad loved to spend his summers in Loch Lomond, hunting and fishing. Surviving are daughters, Joan (Dave) Petrp and Lily; sons, Wayne (Kimberly) and Raymond (Rosy); five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Besides his parents he was predeceased by wife, Minnie; brothers, Clarence, Howard, frank and Francis, and sisters, Mable and Sarah. In following Ray’s wishes cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Patten Funeral Home Glace Bay, NS. There will be no service, burial will take place at a later date. Online condolences can be sent to www.pattenfuneral.com