Peter Skahan

Funeral services for Peter “Skip” Allen Skahan, 30, Lawrence, will be 11 am Friday, April 20, 2012, at Lawrence Free Methodist Church, 3001 Lawrence Avenue.  Private Family Burial will take place in Oak Hill Cemetery.  He died Sunday, April 15, 2012, at his home.

He was born on December 7, 1981, in Lawrence, KS, the son of Robert E. and Patricia A. (Gregory) Skahan. 

Skip graduated from Free State High School in 2000.  He attended the University of Kansas.  He enjoyed baseball, soccer, softball, and basketball but his greatest joy was his friends and family.  He was a believer and Christian.  Skip loved the Kansas Jayhawks.  He was a football and basketball fan.  Skip was well loved by his family and friends.

Survivors include his parents, Overland Park, KS; sister, Carrie E. Skahan Fitts and husband, Adam,  Overland Park; maternal grandmother, Margaret Gregory, Abilene, TX; Aunts and Uncles, Dr. Paul Gregory (Becky), Collierville, TN, their children, Daniel and Amy; Donald and Eva Skahan, Overland Park, KS, their children, Krista, Bob, Beth; Dr. Sanford Radom (Mary), Stillwell, KS, their children, Patrick Shehane, Mark and Dan Radom; Dr. Gary Patzkowsky (Marcia) Enid, OK, their children, Dr. John and Krista.  He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Paul Gregory and Fraternal grandparents, Donald and Darlene Carrie Skahan. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence Wesleyan Church and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS  66044. 

 

62 Condolences

  1. Brad and Cindy Morton on April 17, 2012 at 1:57 pm

    May God surround you and yours
    with mercy and grace. We love
    the Skahan family and pray for
    each of you. We are so saddened for your loss.
    Love,
    Cindy and Brad Morton



  2. Samuel Borge on April 17, 2012 at 2:31 pm

    My thoughts are with the Skahan family at this time. I had the pleasure of enjoying memorable times with Skip at our fraternity at KU, memories that I will never forget.



  3. Becky Mondi on April 17, 2012 at 2:42 pm

    My prayers are with all of you. I am so very sad.



  4. Chris Maynard on April 17, 2012 at 2:43 pm

    I knew Skip from Free State and Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and my thoughts go out to the Skahan family. Skip was a great guy, a kind man, and he will be missed many.



  5. Ruth Foster on April 17, 2012 at 4:14 pm

    I sooo wish I could be there with you, and give you hugs and kisses. But as you know, my hip replacement is on the 19th, then recovery. May the Lords peaceful blessings on you all.



  6. Will Skepnek on April 17, 2012 at 4:15 pm

    Skip was a staple in my life. He was a genuine and kind person that I was lucky to have known. I am so very sorry for your loss. Know that you are in my thoughts.



  7. David Bennett on April 17, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    My thoughts and prayers go to Skip and the Skahan family. I’ve known Skip since high school and shared many wonderful memories with Skip from intramual sports to working together, Skip was a a great guy to be around; we will never forget him. David and Shelly (Axcell) Bennett



  8. Michael McQueeney on April 17, 2012 at 4:49 pm

    Thoughts and Prayers go out to the family.

    Pete- I will always miss you. Will never forget the days of Sophomore Chemistry class and all the visits I made back to KU during college.

    Keep and eye out for us. You are missed.



  9. Bob and Jan Criswell on April 17, 2012 at 4:58 pm

    We are thinking of you and were so saddened by the loss of Skip. I think we all have memories of Skip that make us smile and he will be missed.



  10. Jess Criswell on April 17, 2012 at 5:01 pm

    I have known Skip as a friend and teammate since our biddy ball days. We had some great times together over the years which will never be forgotten. Skip you will always be missed. I am so sorry for your loss.



  11. Sharon and Teresa Munding on April 17, 2012 at 5:11 pm

    Our hearts are broken.



  12. Jude McDaniel on April 17, 2012 at 6:49 pm

    Bob,Patty,Carrie and Adam; there is a big knot in my stomach. You all must hurt so much. I know you are broken. I pray that our heavenly Father will comfort you and remind you that Skip belonged to him also, and that he did not let Skip get out of his hands.



  13. Rodger Henry on April 17, 2012 at 6:57 pm

    Bob, Patty and family
    My heart is broken for you. I am truly sorry that you have lost your son. I will pray for you and your family. May God be with you in this time of great trial. Rodger



  14. Pat Kirk on April 17, 2012 at 7:04 pm

    My heart goes out to the family.



  15. Dave and Debbie Lopez on April 17, 2012 at 7:15 pm

    Bob,Patty & Carrie
    We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to your entire family during this time. Praise God we know Skip is in good hands with our Heavenly Father.
    The Lopez Family



  16. Bob and Jenean Sears on April 17, 2012 at 7:25 pm

    Bob, Patty, Carrie and Adam,
    Our hearts grieve for you at this time of deep loss of your precious son. We cannot even imagine the pain of your great loss. Your are in our thoughts and prayers at this time and we know that God will get your through this time of loss and grief. With much love, Bob and Jenean



  17. Michael Ward on April 17, 2012 at 7:56 pm

    Skip was a wonderful friend and always a joy to be with. We will all miss him so much, my prayers and love go to all his family and friends. Love you Skip!



  18. Jonathan Mathews on April 17, 2012 at 8:02 pm

    My heart goes out to you all. I’m so sorry for you loss.



  19. Allison Lewis Larsen on April 17, 2012 at 8:13 pm

    I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of such a great guy. We shared many laughs together and I will always remember him fondly. Watch over us, Skip. Thanks for the memories.



  20. Jim Lewis on April 17, 2012 at 8:46 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers are with the Skahan family. I will always cherish the many memories of our time together as friends and teammates. We will miss you Skip.



  21. Marc Mondi on April 17, 2012 at 9:11 pm

    I was so saddened to hear the news of Skip’s passing. I have fond memories of our days as youngsters, and will miss Skip dearly. Bob & Patty, Carrie & Adam… I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.



  22. Debbie (Slack) Melnyk on April 17, 2012 at 9:21 pm

    I went to high school with Skip, and although we didn’t know each other that well, he was a friend–because he was that warm guy that made everyone feel like a friend. So very sorry to hear of his passing. God bless.



  23. Greg and Jessica Barr on April 17, 2012 at 9:25 pm

    Out sincerest condolences to the entire Skahan family. May God comfort you and guide you through this difficult time. We always have, and will continue to smile when we think of Skip.



  24. Reba Bennett on April 17, 2012 at 9:55 pm

    Words can not begin to express my sorrow for your loss. We all expect to die before our children, but life just doesn’t always happen that way. I know Skip is in good hands with our Lord & Savior.



  25. Molly Winter on April 17, 2012 at 10:13 pm

    Skip, I’ll always think of you and smile. Thanks for making us better than you found us.



  26. Brian Raggett on April 17, 2012 at 11:22 pm

    My thoughts and prayers go out to Skip and the Skahan family. Skip and I were fraternity brothers at Kappa Sigma. He was always a positive and fun friend to be around; lots of great memories shared. I pray for the entire Skahan family during this difficult period.



  27. Curt and Martha Lanpher on April 18, 2012 at 8:08 am

    Dear friends, our prayers are with you now. May His Spirit grant you rest. Love, Curt and Martha



  28. Connor Treanor on April 18, 2012 at 9:06 am

    Deepest condolences to the Skahan family, I am intensely sorry for your loss.

    Thanks for always being a great friend, Skip. We will all miss you.



  29. Sharon (Martin) Draper on April 18, 2012 at 9:19 am

    Dear Patty, It’s been a long time even though I have thought about you over the years. I received a call this morning about the loss of your son Skip. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult time. May our Lord place His arms around you and give you comfort and peace.
    Love Sharon



  30. David & Cheryl Stoffer on April 18, 2012 at 9:46 am

    Bob & Pat

    verry sorry to learn of your loss

    Dave & Cheryl



  31. Barbara (Barbie) Tuckel-Wolford on April 18, 2012 at 9:47 am

    Skahan Family:

    I’m truly sorry for your loss you all have suffered, sending prayers and love your way.

    Classmate from Free State High.



  32. Eric Schmidt on April 18, 2012 at 9:51 am

    Bob, Patti, Carrie & Adam, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss of Skip, may the peace of Christ rule in your hearts this day. Thank you for your testimony of our Lord and for being such good friends and servants of Jesus to us.



  33. Patty and Dave Dimond on April 18, 2012 at 10:02 am

    Dear Bobby, Patty, Carrie and Adam,
    There are no words at a time like this. Our hearts break for all of you. May God keep you in His loving embrace during this in unfathomable time. We love you! Patty, Dave, Katie, Kevin and Craig



  34. Don & Shirley Adams on April 18, 2012 at 10:22 am

    Precious Friends, We grieve with you, and pray that our Lord will cover you with His loving mercy and grace to sustain you at this time of sadness and loss of your son. We love you.



  35. Lynn & Debbie (Boulware) O'Neal on April 18, 2012 at 10:50 am

    Bob, Marcia, and family,
    Please accept our condolences and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Debbie & Lynn



  36. Spencer Eagan on April 18, 2012 at 11:35 am

    Skip was a great guy. He was my pledge son in the fraternity. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He will be dearly missed.



  37. Dave & Donna Ellis on April 18, 2012 at 11:45 am

    We grieve with you and love you very much.



  38. Brady Flannery on April 18, 2012 at 12:21 pm

    Skip was one of a kind. He will be fondly remembered and dearly missed.



  39. John and Phyllis Hartman on April 18, 2012 at 12:26 pm

    We love you guys and love the way you love the Lord Jesus. We pray that the comforting arms of our Lord wrap around you and hold you tightly.



  40. Ryan Heman on April 18, 2012 at 12:45 pm

    My thoughts are prayers are with the Skahan family. Sorry for your loss.



  41. Harv & VaLera Groening on April 18, 2012 at 1:52 pm

    We are so sorry to hear about Skip’s death. What a tragic loss! We have & will be praying for your family. Much love, Harv & VaLera



  42. Katie Martinez on April 18, 2012 at 5:40 pm

    I will be praying for your family at this time. I am so sorry to hear about this.



  43. Eric and Heidi Meyer on April 18, 2012 at 9:56 pm

    Eric and I will be praying for our Heavenly Father to hold you in His hands. We will continue to lift up your family during this time. We are so sorry for your loss.



  44. Jason Plagman on April 19, 2012 at 12:33 am

    Heartfelt condolences to the Skahan family during this difficult time. Skip and I were pledge brothers at Kappa Sigma and I’ll always remember the interesting conversations and laughs I shared with him.



  45. Bill and Susan Skepnek on April 19, 2012 at 9:41 am

    Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with Skip’s friends and family. Our hearts are aching from the loss. Skip will be so sorely missed and our memories of him are dear. Words cannot express our deep, deep sorrow. Fondly, Bill and Susan Skepnek



  46. Chris Wheatley on April 19, 2012 at 11:19 am

    Sending my love to the family during this incomprehensibly difficult time. My heart is so heavy with the news of his passing. Skip, you will be missed. Rest in peace.



  47. Janice Russell on April 19, 2012 at 1:54 pm

    Bob,
    I am so sorry. There is nothing in my experience or imagination to enable me to know what you and your wife are going through. My prayers are with you. May God’s peace comfort your hearts.



  48. Linda Trotter on April 19, 2012 at 2:10 pm

    Bob, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this time of sorrow.



  49. Carl and Sharon Mathews on April 19, 2012 at 4:59 pm

    Bob, Patti, and Carrie, We send our deepest sympathy and are praying that the Lord will give you the strength and comfort you need in your grief.



  50. Casey Wasson on April 19, 2012 at 6:03 pm

    Mr. Skahan, Mrs. Skahan, and Carrie, I was deeply saddened to hear about Skip. I am praying for you all.



  51. Karen Lightfoot Shryock on April 19, 2012 at 6:49 pm

    To the Skahan family:I can only imagine the grief you are feeling at this terrible time. May the Lord bless all of you & give you comfort.I will keep you in my prayers.
    Peace be with you, Karen



  52. Marilyn Grant on April 19, 2012 at 8:02 pm

    Patty & Bob,
    My heart is heavy with this news. I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.



  53. Elizabeth Hammond Mak on April 19, 2012 at 10:50 pm

    I am so, so sorry for your loss. May God be with you to comfort your broken hearts. My prayers are with you, Bob, Patty and Carrie.



  54. Clint Thrasher on April 19, 2012 at 10:57 pm

    My sincere condolences to the Skahan family. I remember playing DCABA baseball with Skip back in the day at the fairgrounds. We didn’t see much of each other over the years but anytime we did cross paths we greeted each other as good friends and with good conversation. He was always a great guy and i will miss his presence. My family’s thoughts are with you as well. My deepest sympathies – Clint Thrasher



  55. Mike Heck on April 20, 2012 at 7:29 am

    Please accept my deepest sympathies.



  56. Tom and Angela Puckett on April 20, 2012 at 9:19 am

    Bob, Patty and Carrie – We are so saddened to hear of your loss. But we find comfort in knowing that God will hold you close during this time, as always.



  57. Jane Hoyt on April 20, 2012 at 10:16 am

    Dear Bob and Patty,
    My son Nick told me about your sad news. I am so very sorry. I remember Skip as a little boy at the Mustard Seed.

    May the God of Peace be with you during this most difficult time, Jane Hoyt



  58. Kim Heck on April 20, 2012 at 10:29 am

    Bob & Patty–I am so saddened by your loss. I have your family in my prayers. I know that your faith and precious memories of Skip will help to sustain you. — Kim Heck



  59. Sherman Yacher on April 20, 2012 at 6:19 pm

    Dear Bob and Patty – I am greatly saddened at the loss of Chip and I am saddened for the pain that you both have to endure. I will pray the Rosary for Chip and dedicate this Sunday’s Mass for his memory.

    If there is anything that I can do to help you both, please call me – 785-865-6194.

    Sherm



  60. Ruth Chesner on April 25, 2012 at 3:01 pm

    I’m sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Ruth Chesner



  61. Aaron McMenomey on March 15, 2014 at 2:25 am

    Dear Mr. And Mrs. Skahan and Carrie, so deeply sorry to hear of Skip. I still remember the days fondly of us all on the soccer fields in Lawrence. Bob and my dad coaching and Carrie, Skip and I playing. I reflect on those days often. It still makes me smile thinking of those days and I hope these same memories do the same for you during this time. I pray God’s healing power, his grace and love over your family.

    -the McMenomey Family



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