Reginald (Reg) Johnson Skidmore, age 88, Trenton, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on Sunday, August 22, at the Aberdeen Hospital in New Glasgow.

Born in Stellarton, he was a son of the late Harold and Gertrude (Lloyd) Skidmore.

Reg grew up in the Bull Pen in Stellarton and was a proud member of Boilermakers Local 73.

He served in the Army with a deployment in Germany in the 1950s. His favourite things to do were sitting on his front deck with his love, Eva, and spending time with his son, Scott.

He is survived by his son, Scott (Sheryl Chisholm); sister, Helen (Hughie) MacDonald; many nieces and nephews; loving partner, Eva Dee, and Eva's wonderful family. Besides his parents, Reg was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Rose (Zatylny); brothers, Kenny and Jim (Margie); sister, Bernice (Geordie) White.

Cremation has taken place.  To honour Reg’s wishes, no formal service will be held.

Donations in his memory can be made to the Aberdeen Hospital. Arrangements are under the direction of R.H. Porter Funeral Home.