Rev. Raymond Nathaniel Skipper, Sr., 96, of Henrico, died on February 26, 2020 . He lived a life of service delivering God’s Word in sermon, song and deeds. He was married to the late Margaret Smith Skipper and survived by their four children, Sandra Hughes (Jerome), Raymond Jr. (Betty), Golden (Wanda) and Janice Holmes (Luther, Jr). Eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews and a devoted friend, Jeanette Robb. He is also survived by one brother John Goode, Jr and one sister-in-law. Rev Skipper was the pastor of Fair Oaks Baptist Church (Henrico) and Cedar Grove Baptist Church (Charles City) and interim pastor for Angel View Baptist Church (New Kent). Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 4 at Scott's Chapel 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. from 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 5 at Antioch Baptist Church, 1384 New Market Road. Rev. Dr. James L. Sailes, officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery, In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Antioch Baptist Church.
Sending my sincere condolences to the Skipper Family. A life well lived!
Janice, Raymond Jr., Golden, Skip and your families - we're saddened to hear of your Dad/grandfather's passing - our love, prayers and support go out to each of you. We too will miss his booming voice in word and song as well as his smile. Take care and God bless you all. FrankO & Elaine Johnson
Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you all. May you find peace in the memories you hold dear in your hearts. God bless you and your family. William and Treva Phillips
Condolences from the Jones Family. My Dad's friend and fishing buddy. Willie Russell Jones, Jr.(Junnie)
Sorry to hear for your loss. Condolences to the Skipper Family during this time. Love & Prayers. Florisa & Kids
Deacon Ralph A. Jones want to send his condolences to the Skipper family
Raymond, so sorry to hear of your Father's passing. He must have lived a full and wonderful life. We are blessed to have our parents as long as we do. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I hope that our paths cross again sometime in the near future. My God bless you and your family at this time. Dick Tyndall
Condolences and love to the Skipper family. You know that your family is our family. May God bless each of you From the Logan family
Dear Betty and Family, Both Gloria and I were saddened to see the obituary of Rev. Skipper, and want you to know that our sympathy is with you in this time of grief. He was a delightful gentleman, and I always enjoyed my conversations with him. We hope that you are well otherwise. Sincerely, Dr. Odie Whitlow
Sincere condolences to the Skipper family. Rev. Skipper will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts. We have so many grand memories of he and Mrs. Skipper. Arnella Christian and family
Condolences to the family. May God keep you in the comfort of His arms during this time. Rev Skipper was a special kinda man and the sharing of his wisdom and song will be missed at Antioch Baptist Church.
"But the saints of the most high will receive the kingdom and will possess it forever--yes for ever and ever", Daniel 7:18. Raymond and family, we offer our condolences for the loss of your father as well. I have fond memories of him even though my opportunities to enjoy his Godly presence and loving and caring demeanor were somewhat limited. Heaven is a brighter place today because of his arrival. We will be praying for you. Larry and Kathy Julian.
Pam and I loved Rev. and Mrs. Skipper and they loved us as well. We were always welcomed when we visited with them. We spent many hours visiting them and were always happy to visit again. We extend our condolences to the family whom we love as well. We'll miss him.
Celebrating a wonderful soul. Rev. Skipper will be missed. Forever in our hearts. Sending our condolences to the family. From, Ruth Christian and the Young, Buchanan and Cannon families.
Will always remember the visits through the years with my Friend Sandra(Skip). Carter and I will keep you and your Family Prayers.
Annie Costen Gilmer
To the Skipper family, We were saddened to learn of Rev Skipper's passing. He was a great inspiration to me when he pastored at Cedar Grove. I'll always remember his bright smile, kindnesses and the beautiful wreaths he made for me at Christmas. Our sincere condolences to all. JoAnne Crawley Bell
Raymond Jr, Betty and Family,
Condolences and prayers for your family during your time of bereavement for the loss of Reverend Skipper. God Bless.
Ruffin Jr and Delcenia Prentiss
Condolences and love sent to you all. Raymond was a kind sweet man who lived a wonderful life. R I P Raymond .. Love from the Johnson Family
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