Robert W. Skeffington

August 24, 1940 - November 25, 2018

DANVERS- Robert W. Skeffington, 78, passed away on November 25, 2018 in Beverly Hospital. He was the loving companion of Pauline Lynah of Danvers. Born in Marblehead on August 24, 1940, he was the son of the late Richard and Eleanor (Robinson) Skeffington. Robert was raised and educated in Topsfield and graduated from Topsfield High School. He had been active within his community and had been a past volunteer fireman and a part time police officer for the Town of Topsfield. He was also a supporter of small local businesses. Robert had been member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 4 for over fifty years and earned his gold watch and certificate with them. In the past he greatly enjoyed working with his Belgian draft horses, and more recently enjoyed working with his tractor and driving his motorcycle. In addition to Pauline, he is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Lee and John O’Brien of Georgetown and his son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Laurene Skeffington of Topsfield, three grandchildren, Eric, Courtney and Kelli O’Brien, his friend and former wife, Weegee and Jerry Buckley of Topsfield and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Richard Skeffington, Jr. His Memorial Service will be held from 1-4PM on Sunday, January 6, 2019 in Coolidge Hall at the Topsfield Fairgrounds. Relatives and friends are invited. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Robert’s name to Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH, 45250 or dav.org/donate.