In loving memory of

John Skime
May 2, 1947 - February 1, 2020

John Skime, 72, of Dundee, FL died Saturday, February 1, 2020 at his Fountain City, WI residence. John was born May 2, 1947 in Marshall County, Minnesota to Lloyd and Dorothy (Williams) Skime, Sr. He grew up in International Falls and graduated from high school there in 1965. John and Betty Potter were married October 21, 1967 in International Falls. He worked seven years for the paper mill in International Falls before they moved to Onalaska where he worked on the Hubbard Foods farm. They later moved to Utica, where they lived until retiring to Dundee, FL. John owned and operated his own semi-truck, retiring after 40 years, having leased to Transport America the last 19 years.
John was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in St. Charles, where he enjoyed taking part in weekly Bible study groups. He liked reading Westerns and Mystery's. Most of all he enjoyed attending his grandchildren's activities and spending time with them.
Survivors include his wife, Betty, two daughters, Deb Heffner of Rushford and Christie (Troy) Harris of Sparta, WI, five grandchildren; Dani, Gabi, Emmy, Addy and Colton and siblings, Carl (Pam) Skime of Winter Haven, FL; David (Jean) Skime of Fountain City, WI; Edward (Lori) Skime of Kasson; Gail (David) Lyke of Owatonna; and Lisa Davis of La Crescent, a sister-in-law Marilyn Skime of Onalaska. He was preceded in death by a son-in-law Rick Heffner, brother Lloyd Erving Skime, Jr., sisters, Kathy Law and Pamela Holter.
Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, February 6,2020 at Faith Lutheran Church with the Reverend Mark Kvale officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Utica. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday at Hoff Funeral Service in St. Charles and one hour before services at the church on Thursday. Please share a memory of John and view his video tribute when it becomes available at www.hofffuneral.com.

Tributes

Ilse Pielmeier wrote on Feb 8, 2020:

"So sorry about John's passing. He was always friendly and so polite when I met him at the YMCA. My deepest sympathy to you, Betty and the family!"

Norm and Barb Lecy wrote on Feb 7, 2020:

"So saddened to learn of John's passing. Our sympathy to you Betty and family."

Evelyn & Nathan Chauncy wrote on Feb 5, 2020:

"Betty, we are so sorry for your loss of John. Y'all were the best neighbors always lending a hand to Nathan "Johnny" and I. We love you so very much.."

Jan Mathison wrote on Feb 5, 2020:

"Dear Betty and family...sending my heartfelt sympathies to you. So sorry for your loss. "

Mardy Midler wrote on Feb 4, 2020:

"Betty, Deb, and Christie: My sympathy to you. I am so very sorry for your loss of John. May God comfort you and provide healing for you."

Kathy Decker wrote on Feb 4, 2020:

"I am very sorry for your loss. Kathy Decker"

Dean and Marlene Broten wrote on Feb 4, 2020:

"Betty and Family, Are hearts are broken over the loss of John but we know he is no longer in pain! We are keeping you all close in our heart and praying for strength and peace during this difficult time. Cherish the many memories.. Deepest Sympathy, Dean and Marlene"

Jill Haag wrote on Feb 4, 2020:

"Betty and Family - I'm so sorry for your loss Jill Haag"

Jay & Carol Munsch wrote on Feb 4, 2020:

"Betty & Family .....so very sorry to hear of John?s passing. He was one of the good guys..... Always enjoyed talking with him at Church & anytime. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this very sad & difficult time. Jay & Carol Munsch"

Pat Ellis wrote on Feb 3, 2020:

"Betty & family our deepest condolences on the loss of John.. Thoughts and prayers - Pat & Craig Ellis (Swiss Golf & Tennis community)"

Lyle and Joyce Peterson wrote on Feb 3, 2020:

"I?m glad I was able to get to know him a little through church. Always appreciated his views. Sad for your loss, but I do have a fun memory of smuggling him Norwegian sweet soup at 3:00 am when he was in the hospital. I know he enjoyed that. Lyle and Joyce Peterson "

Ulrike Skime wrote on Feb 3, 2020:

"Betty and family we are sorry for the passing of John. Ouer thought and prayers are with you. "

Carrie Warner Fritsch wrote on Feb 3, 2020:

"Sending caring thoughts and prayers to Betty and all the family. May he rest in peace. Carrie Fritsch "

Patty Haggerty wrote on Feb 3, 2020:

"Betty and family, I am so sorry for your loss! Sending deepest condolences to you all and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers"

Dick & Pat wrote on Feb 3, 2020:

"Betty and family, so sorry for your loss. We always enjoyed seeing John in church. We extend our sincere sympathies. Dick and Pat Buckbee"

Dick & Pat wrote on Feb 3, 2020:

"Betty and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. We always enjoyed seeing John at church. We extend our sincere sympathies. Dick and Pat Buckbee"

Dick & Pat wrote on Feb 3, 2020:

"Betty and family, so sorry for your loss. We always enjoyed seeing John in church. We extend our sincere sympathies. Dick and Pat Buckbee"