Arthur "Ray" Skow

Life is a journey filled with many unexpected adventures. Our BELOVED husband, father and grandfather, Arthur “Ray” Skow, completed his journey on Tuesday, August 16, 2022, surrounded by the love of his family.

He is survived by “the LOVE of his life”, Arlene (Wagner); his Children: Kimberley (Daniel) Hutton, Tanya (Mark) Johnson and Dane (Melissa) Skow. His Grandchildren: Daxen, Ronen, and Teyla Skow; Owen, Paul, and Ava Hutton; and Ethan and Jessica (son Avery) Johnson.  He is also survived by one sister, Eleanor Higgins and numerous nieces and nephews. Ray was predeceased by his parents, Arlene’s parents, one sister and 2 brothers-in-law.

Ray’s greatest treasures were his family, including Arlene’s brothers: Mervin (Joyce) Wagner and Glen (Gloria) Wagner and their children and grandchildren…with special memories shared with their Goddaughter, Sherry Gauthier. We also would like to thank his Wednesday coffee buddies: Eddie, Bobby, and Jim. He valued their ‘meetings’.

Ray was involved in Special Education with MHSD #76 for 32 years. He taught in the classroom, was head of the PAS Program, head of IOP Program, Work Experience and finally worked with the Hospital Program. His motto was, “There is no excuse for poor behavior.”.  

The Skow family attended St. Peter Lutheran Church and Victory Lutheran Church. Ray enjoyed his involvement with many activities and positions over the many years.

Retirement meant travelling and they bought a 5th Wheel Trailer on their first day of freedom. Many trips were made including, Grand Canyon, South Dakota, Indiana, Vancouver Island, Washington State, and finally…Alaska (the favorite). Ray and Arlene also flew to Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, and Mazatlan and enjoyed the sunshine near the Equator. 

The past 1 ½ years were a difficult time for Ray and his family. He had successfully beat cancer 13 years ago, but it reoccurred in 2021 and after a painful journey, he left us and the pain and found his PEACE.

After almost 55 years of marriage and making a lifetime of treasured memories, Arlene will complete her journey alone, having Ray forever in her heart.

The family will gather privately to celebrate Ray at a future date.

Special thanks to the Palliative Care Team and the MAID Program.

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