Robert "Skip" James Skipper

Robert "Skip" J. Skipper, 57, of Jefferson County, Colorado; born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on July 24, 1960 unexpectedly passed on Saturday, March 24, 2018. Robert grew up in Columbia, SC and lived most of his life out west primarily in Albuquerque, New Mexico and surrounding areas of Denver, Colorado. Robert enjoyed life to the fullest never meeting a stranger and making the world a better place wherever he could with a special love that was in his heart which all who had the honor of knowing him would eventually come to know. He found God's peace within and was growing his faith. He thoroughly enjoyed his work-life and was very loyal and dedicated to always giving his best efforts in all aspects of his chosen careers, especially in plumbing and construction. Robert's had a passion to his ‘way' which will be thoroughly missed by all, especially when it came to his culinary skills that many enjoyed. He was an avid "Broncos" fan and his hobbies included traveling to the mountains; area festivals and relaxing at home with Lizzy and his precious grandchildren. Robert is survived by the love of his life for 20 years, Elisabeth Gonzales; his children, Julia Gonzales (Mike), Scott Heit (Veronica), Jennifer Skipper, Jacqueline Skipper, and Zach Tschida. His sisters, Rosemarie Fernald, Regina Jeffcoat (Oral), Rachel Broadnax (Brett) and Robin Skipper. His beloved grandchildren, Tristan, Felix, Anthony, Tyler, Sophia, Khloe, Layla, Bentley and Sadie Lynn along with many nieces and nephews, dear extended family members and several life-long friends. All services will be held at Romero Family Funeral Home - Denver on Saturday, March 31, 2018. Visitation and viewing will take place at 1:00 p.m. followed by funeral services officiated by Rev. Edward Jaramillo at 2:00pm in the chapel. Fellowship reception to follow. Previous Events Visitation & Viewing MAR 31. 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (MT) Romero Family Funeral Home & Ft. Logan Mortuary - Denver 4750 Tejon St Denver, CO 80211 [email protected] Loading map Funeral Service MAR 31. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (MT) Romero Family Funeral Home & Ft. Logan Mortuary - Denver 4750 Tejon St Denver, CO 80211 [email protected] Loading map