Whitney Pier
It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Scott Tompkins Skinner on Friday, May 9, 2025, at Hospice Cape Breton, Membertou.
Born on August 6, 1942, in Guysborough, Scott was the son of the late Charles and Laura (Mintus) Skinner.
Scott worked for Sydney Landscaping for many years. He enjoyed his job and worked beside his brother, Douglas every day. Scott took pride in his garden. When people passed by, they would comment on how beautiful it looked. He was always lending a helping hand to anyone in need. Scott loved to dance and was a very good cook.
Scott is survived by his siblings, Mark, Charles, and Harry (Bernice), all in Guysborough, and Douglas, Henry (Annabelle), and Edith, all in Sydney; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, Scott was predeceased by his pride and joy, his son, Scottie; companion, Connie Yakemchuck, and siblings, Harley, Vernon, Shirley, Patricia, and Elaine in infancy.
Thank you to the doctors, nurses, and staff at the Palliative Care Unit and Hospice Cape Breton who attended to Scott to make him as comfortable as possible in his final days.
A special thank you to Scott’s caregiver and friend, Susie Hayward.
There will be no visitation or service at this time for the late Scott Skinner.
Donations in memory of Scott may be made to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Cape Breton or a charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
To the family of Scott Skinner. We the family of John & Ingrid Shannon would like to express our sincere condolences in the loss of a great man. Scott was always so nice and always greeted you with a big smile. He will be surely missed at the top of Tupper street. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with all the family at this difficult time. RIP Scottie
From: John & Ingrid Shannon & Family
I knew Scottie ever since he came to Whitney pier back in the early 70’s…A true gentleman and a friend..Rest In Peace Scott and God Bless you!!!
To the Skinner family my deepest condolences so sorry for your loss
My deepest condolences to the family Scott was a beautiful soul inside and out and he will be dearly missed may you Rest In Eternal Peace 💐🕊️🙏
My condolences to the family of Scott May God guide you all through this time of sorrow
May you RIP Scott
My thoughts and most sincere sympathies are extended to Scott’s family and friends. I had the pleasure of many chats with Scott while on my walks and runs. Most times he would be shoring up the wood pile. He was always on the go. Those many chats I will always cherish. Always a great smile or a little laugh. I’ll miss you my friend.
my condolence to the family rest in peace, cousin🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Scott
Rest in peace Scottie,you were a very nice person
So sorry for your loss…..Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time….
I’m so sorry to hear about Scott’s passing.
He was a kind , gentle and honest man with such an amazing personality.
The world needs more people like him.
…my deepest sympathies
My heartfelt condolences to families of the late Scott Skinner. Scott was a wonderful, kind and happy gentleman and a very hard worker. He will be missed R.I.P. Scott you will be missed.
To all The Family of Scott
Sending our deepest sympathy in the loss of such a dear, sweet
man, he did lots work landscaping for the homes we built ,
We had a few laughs over the rake, he was such a hard worker.
Many blessings
Ronnie and Patsy Lee
Scott was always so kind and friendly. I knew him a long time. May he RIP 🙏🙏
Very sad to hear of Scott’s passing.
Scott was a very kind friend .
He loved to dance and was a good dancer, never sitting out a good song. Always smiling. He will be missed by all who knew him. Rest easy my friend.