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Donald L. Skinner
May 19, 1937 ~ September 15, 2017 (age 80) 80 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Melissa Anders
on October 3, 2017 8:13 PM
Message from Bob Aherin
September 22, 2017 6:24 AM
Don was a great supporter of the Illinois and national AgrAbility programs. His testimony before congress and his support of developing an AgrAbility program in Illinois in the late 80's helped form the program. He served as chair of our Illinois AgrAbility advisory committee for many years and as honorary chair most recently. He also served on the national AgrAbility advisory committee for several years. Through Don's foresight, advice and support thousands of farm people have benefited from assistance through the program. Everyone who knew Don was aware of his support of AgrAbility. He alao liked to laugh and loved a good practical joke. He was a great mentor to me and those of us directly involved with the program. We can never replace him and he leaves a legacy of support in seeking ways to help farmers and farm workers who were dealing with some type of disability so they could continue to provide for their families and be as productive as possible.
Bob Aherin, PhD
Ag Safety Program Leader & Director of the Illinois AgrAbility Program - University of Illinois
Bob Aherin, PhD
Ag Safety Program Leader & Director of the Illinois AgrAbility Program - University of Illinois
A candle was lit by Josy Applegate
on September 21, 2017 6:59 PM
Message from Cindy brandt
September 21, 2017 6:49 AM
Kim & David so sorry to hear of the loss you are going through. Don was a great inspiration to me as a child and every time I saw him he was always smiling and happy to speak to me. Condolences to you and your family.
Message from Pam Watson
September 20, 2017 11:16 AM
On behalf of the entire Watson (Bud/Leona) family we want to extend our sympathy to Don's family. All of us have always felt we were part of the extended family for the Skinners. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
A candle was lit by With sympathy, Kathy Lynch, your old travel agent
on September 19, 2017 3:49 PM
A Designers Choice was sent on September 19, 2017
Don's service and leadership to the Illinois AgrAbility Unlimited program was invaluable. He helped the program provide services to hundreds of farm people with disabilities to help them be as productive as possible. In Deepest Sympathy - Illinois AgrAbility Staff & Advisory Committee
Message from Larry Woods
September 19, 2017 2:19 PM
Sorry to read in the newspaper about Don's passing. Condolences to the family.
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