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Charles F. Skillman

                       - June 27, 2014

Commander, USN Retired, 30 years of service.
Commanding Officer USNAVCOMMSTA Balboa, Panama, CZ 1968-1970

Resident of Garden Grove, originally of Newark, New Jersey. Passed away on June 27, 2014.Leaving behind 4 children; 10 grand children; 11 great grandchildren; and his 2nd wife. - Loved by all. - Legacy.com

Following received from shipmates:

September 25, 2014

The Captain liked to fish, we went fishing. We went fishing quite a few times. Got chewed out one time for not inviting him on one of my fishing trips.

Senior Chief Radioman J. Whiting (Retired)

September 9, 2014

I had the great pleasure of serving with Commander Skillman at the Naval Communications Station, Balboa, Canal Zone from 1968 until his departure in 1970. He was a true gentleman who was well respected by his subordinates. My deepest condolonces to the Skillman family.

David Hanrahan
Retired Chief Radioman
United States Navy
David Hanrahan, Venice, FL

September 8, 2014

I served under CDR Skillman when he was Commanding Officer of Naval Communications Station Balboa Panama and I was then a Chief Radioman. He was a great CO. I know of no sailor who did not like him. He has crossed the bar into calm waters. May he rest in peace.

Forris Hudkins, West Milford, WV