SKINNER – Valda (Val) (née Edwards)

Born on July 19, 1925. Passed away April 30, 2021.
  1. Passed away peacefully at Margery Cole Aged Care Traralgon on April 30th, 2021 in the presence of family.

Aged 95 years

Dearly loved wife of Ron (Dec).

Much loved mother and mother in law of Jill and Richard, Ken and Helen, Beth and Allan, and Graeme.

Adored Nanna to  Julie, Kellie, Rachel, Olivia, Ryan, Jason, Rebecca, Carly, Daniel, Amanda, Emma, Tyson and Nanna Val  to 15 great grandchildren.

Sister of Doris, Gwen and Marj (All Dec).

Funeral Notice
Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel 260 Princes Highway , TraralgonView Map
A Memorial service to celebrate the life of Mrs Valda (Val) Skinner will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 260 Princes Highway Traralgon  On Friday (May 7th, 2021) at 3pm.

In lieu of flowers donations to Anti-Cancer Council Traralgon Unit would be appreciated. Envelopes available at the service.

Val’s service will be also live streamed. To view the live stream, please click here.
Tributes
  1. Lovely memories of a lovely lady

    heather sneddon May 2, 2021
  2. Lovely memories of an inspiring lady. The former Traralgon Ladies Probus gathering are poorer for her passing but greatly enriched by her years of tireless leadership and friendship. Special thanks for Beth for bringing her Mum to our last 2 gatherings. Val will be sorely missed.

    Glenda McPherson May 2, 2021
  3. So sorry to hear Grae and family. The most beautiful lady who served all my fam in the Newsagents as kids and as I became older, it was such a pleasure to know her. Val will be very sadly missed by all who knew her. ❤❤❤

    Terry Padgett ( Padfield) May 3, 2021
  4. Sorry to hear of the passing of your dear Mum, condolences to Ken, Helen & families.

    Rhonda & Les LV Prostate Support Group

    rhonda & les May 3, 2021
  5. Fondly remembered as a Moore Street neighbour. Always full of life with a ready smile. A lady who made a difference. Deepest sympathy to Jill, Ken, Beth ,Graeme and families.

    Leanne OATES May 3, 2021
  6. A gracious and much loved lady who was always so strong in spirit and will be sadly missed. Praying for all the family in your time of bereavement.

    Chris Hustler May 4, 2021
  7. Condolences to Ken & family on the passing of your Mum.
    Ron & Anne Skinner
    Fish Creek

    Ron Skinner May 4, 2021
  8. Sending our love and thoughts at this sad time. ❤️

    Kevin kay armstrong May 4, 2021
  9. Dear Val,

    Dear Val,
    A wonderful, generous and caring friend to many including her fellow Probians.
    Her kindness and generosity will not be forgotten.

    Pauline Boothman May 5, 2021
  10. Dear Val,
    A wonderful, caring and generous lady who will be missed by all who knew her.

    Dear Val,
    A wonderful, generous and caring friend to many including her fellow Probians.
    Her kindness and generosity will not be forgotten.

    Pauline Boothman May 5, 2021
  11. To the Skinner family, our condolences on the passing of Val. A lovely, caring and generous lady who will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

    Jeff and Helen Blythman

    Jeff Blythman May 6, 2021
  12. Graeme and all the Skinner family, our thoughts and sympathy are with you on the loss of this special inspirational lady, Her smiling face told the world how she felt. Ray & Chez Bishop

    Ray Bishop May 6, 2021
  13. A beautifull lady who was always friendly and caring. I always liked her and Ron very much,I was their first office girl. I Made lots of mistakes too,but she and Ron,cared enough to keep me on. I will miss our meetings in ww.,our little talks. Rest In Peace Val .love to all family too.

    Bev robinson.(walker) May 7, 2021
  14. A beautifull lady who was always friendly and caring. I always liked her and Ron very much,I was their first office girl. I will miss our meetings in ww.,our little talks. Rest In Peace Val .love to all family too.

    Bev robinson.(walker) May 7, 2021
  15. sorry to hear of the passing away of this lovely lady Val,
    sadly missed by many

    Bridges family May 7, 2021
  16. Val
    Thank you for giving me guidance in my first job. Always kind, caring and patient. Lovely memories of days gone by.
    Annie O’Hara ( Mackey)

    Ann O'Hara May 9, 2021