With her parents by her side at LHSC- Victoria Hospital on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 of London and formerly of Exeter at the age of 27. Loving mother of Lailah and Trulen Griffith of Exeter. Chosen daughter of Gary and Cathy Skinner of Exeter. Little munchkin of Craig and Melissa Skinner of Seaforth, Scott and Julie Skinner of Newcastle, and Jacquelyn Skinner of London. Alandrea loved to take selfies with her nieces and nephews: Avery, Treynor, Rylan; Annabelle, and Alexander. Loved granddaughter of Aldeen Skinner of Exeter and Fred and Lorraine Bowers of Crediton. Missed by her aunts, uncles, and cousins. Remembered by Trevor Griffith and the Griffith family. Predeceased by her grandfather Sam Skinner (2008)
A private family funeral service will be held on Sunday, April 25 at 11 AM. Cremation to follow. Though the service is private, the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your home. Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh. Haskett Funeral Home, EXETER entrusted with arrangements.
Donations to a trust fund for Lailah and Trulen (cheques made payable to Cathy Skinner in trust) would be appreciated by the family.
Fly free my little Memengwaa.
Private register link for invited guests www.haskettfh.com/register
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Amy Robinson
Cathy and Gary, I’m so very saddened to hear of your loss. Your love and support for Alandrea was amazing, may you all find peace and happiness in the memories. Big Hugs
Chuck Mallette
I am incredibly sad to learn of this news. I remember her so well from SHDHS. Such a young life taken so soon. My deepest sympathy to the wonderful family who loved her so much. Peace, Alandrea. Peace.
DIANNE Finkbeiner
Gary, Cathy , Graig, Scott and Jacqueline and your families
May God bless u in this time of loss ….can remember her from church she was a great kid and was placed in a good family setting….Take care
Dianne and Jeff Finkbeiner
Gail Baker
My biggest memory of Alandrea, is at Scott and Brads baseball games, starting when she was brand new to your family and years later as a sweet little girl who always seemed so happy to be there. Then a few years ago we caught up at the spa. My heart aches for you and all of the family. Deepest sympathy.
Gail and Bill Baker
Bill & Joanne Hodge
Deepest sympathies to the entire family. I remember her when she was a little girl. She was so lucky to have your family.
Dan Heywood
Gary & Cathy ,Scott and Craig and families. My sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. Its not easy saying goodbye to someone so young. I hope your memories will help you through this difficult time. Dan
Jo-Dee DesJardine
Please accept my condolences of the passing of Alandrea. I worked with Alandrea. We had some really good laughs and chats… not always about school work but that’s okay! I really enjoyed working with her, She will be so missed. What a beautiful soul! Rest In peace, sweet Alandrea ❤️
Sandra and Larry Hern
Dear Aldeen, Gary and Cathy and family,
We are so very sorry for the sad loss of your dear daughter and granddaughter. Please accept our sincere condolences as you mourn her untimely passing.
George and Helen Pratt
Aldeen ,Diane ,Gary & Cathy & family ..Our deepest sympathy. Thinking of you
at this difficult time ‘ .Our prayers are with you all.
Bob and Helen Coates
Aldeen, Fred and Lorraine, Gary and Cathy, and all your families, we are so sorry for the loss of a lovely young woman at too young an age. Our hearts go out to Craig, Scott and Jacquelyn who so bravely paid tribute to their munchkin. Your family provided Alandrea with a wonderful home and family. Our hearts go out to Trulen and Laihlah who sang at her service. We were touched by them. We are also thinking of Trevor and the Griffith family. She was our neighbour when the children were little and we remember a loving mother and a friendly lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim and Marilyn Skinner
Gary & Cathy and family; Sincere condolences to your family at this sad time.
Sue Willert
Sue Willert
Aldeen, Gary ,Cathy and family, Karen and Diane
Sending our deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one.
Lenore Parsons
Susan and Rick Willert
Brenda Horn
Gary, Cathy and family,
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of Alandrea. We are thinking of you and hope that your memories will bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Jeff and Brenda Horn and family
Anne Cottel
Beautiful Service for Alandrea. Our thoughts and prayers are with ALL of Alandrea ‘s family at this time. Sending our deepest condolences to all of you at this sad time
Dave and Anne
Darlene Brooks
To the Skinner Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Alandria. I remember her in Kindergarten as such a happy, vibrant, inquisitive, caring little girl who wanted to bring me home at Christmas because she thought I lived at a school.
She was so lucky to be in the care of such a loving family. May you find strength in the many memories you share.
Sending my deepest condolences.
Vicki Parsons
So sorry for your loss. I still remember when you welcomed Alandria into your family. My heart breaks for all of you… big hugs❤
Joan McCallum
Aldeen; So sorry to read of the death of your grand daughter. thinking about you at this sad time.
Cynthia Devenyi and Scott Harris
Craig and Family,
Our deepest condolences go out to you at this very difficult time. We hope the happy memories you’ve shared with her bring you some comfort and peace. Our thoughts are with you.
Clare & Brenda (Parsons) Martene & Family
Dearest: Gary, Cathy, Lailah, Trulen, Fred & Lorraine, Aldeen & Families . . .
Praying for you all . . . our hearts are heavy with sadness after we learned the heartbreaking news about the sudden passing of your beautiful, Alandrea – who was taken so suddenly and at such a young age. We are grieving alongside you and praying for strength and peace in the difficult days ahead. Treasure the wonderful memories and happy moments Alandrea has blessed each of you with, as these moments will bring a warm smile to your heart. You have so many wonderful family, friends, neighbours & community grieving along side you also – please find strength by leaning on them for faith, courage, comfort, and support.
Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. ~ Author Unknown ~
Grief is the last act of Love we must give to those we Loved. Where there is deep Grief, there was great Love!
In this sorrowful time, we would like to extend to you our heartfelt condolences. You are in our thoughts & prayers – sending lots of Love & virtual Hugs to all. 💞🙏💞
Clare & Brenda (Parsons) Martene & Family
Marg Prout
My sincere condolences to Aldeen, Gary & Cathy, Fred & Loraine….
Thinking of all of you in this sad time in your life. Cherish all the
happy memories of Alandrea and let these help you through this
difficult time.
Joyce Eveland
Heard the sad news of your loss. Myself and my family send our deepest sympathy to you all. May she rest in peace. Joyce Eveland and family.
Margaret Brintnell & Brad
Cathy, Gary & family, Fred & Lorraine, All the Bowers family, Tim, Teresa, Trevor & All the Griffith family
Our sympathy to All of you at this very sad time. Such a beautiful young mother. No words can take away your heartache. Such beautiful pictures & memories to share now & in days to come. God watch over & Bless everyone of you.
Margaret Brintnell & Brad Wright
Kathy and Terry Thiel
Dear Cathy, Gary and family, Fred & Lorraine and Aldeen;
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Alandrea. She was so very fortunate to have been placed in the care of your family as a baby. Sending love and hugs to all of you; especially Lailah and Trulen. 💖
Kathy and Terry Thiel and family
Ellena Kechego
My deepest condolences to the Nicholas family and griffith family.
Shirley and Jim Wilkinson
Gary, Cathy and family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Pam Bieman
Cathy Gary your daughter’s children and extended family and friends ….. Our family has you in our thoughts and hold you close dear friend.
Pam and Richard Bieman and family
Doug Hocking and Kate Monk
Dear Gary, Cathy and family,
Our sincere condolenses to you at this sad time. Alandrea was a much-loved member of your family. Hold onto the good memories.
John & Sharon McNeilly
Cathy Gary family & Grandparents.
Sending deepest condolences on the loss of your daughter, sister, and grand-daughter. We can tell from the wonderful pictures that you have many great memories to hold on to and help you through the next days and weeks.
Sincerely
John & Sharon
Harold and Ann Switzer
Aldeen, Gary, Cathy and Family our hearts break for all of you. Sending sincere condolences.
Kathy and Brian Knechtel
Cathy, Gary and families
Please know that we carry you in our hearts as you grieve the loss of your beautiful daughter. She was blessed to have you as loving parents. Our most sincere sympathy♥️
Dianne Waun
Dear Cathy, Gary and Family,
My heart aches from reading this tragic news. Even though I have lost track of Alandrea
since she left Snider Crescent, I have vivid memories of our time spent
together at E.P.S., and her fun visits and our chats after I moved to her neighbourhood.
I hope she knew my door was always open to her. The photo gallery tells a story of a
lucky child who joined your family and was so loved. Sending virtual hugs to all of you.
Please bring the children to my Little Free Library soon – and knock on my door.
I would love to meet Alandrea’s children from a distance.
Dianne
June E Morenz
Dearest Aldeen, Fred and Lorraine: I am so sorry to read of the passing of your beautiful granddaughter. May your faith and wonderful memories help in getting over this tragic loss. Keep close and enjoy her children, as they will need you now.
ROB MARSHALL
Cathy and Gary my heart goes out to you . I remember when you took Alandrea into your home. She had a rough start in life and thank goodness for people like you that give kids a chance. My fondest memory was at a Kenpal summer party at the Exeter golf course. Alandrea was still in diapers and she was up dancing away, she apparently liked to dance, and she reminded me of a cute little duck waddling away. She grew up to be a beautiful woman and mother. My sympathies to you all.
Howard and Yvonne Hendrick
Cathy, Gary and family, Skinner and Bowers family. Sincere condolences in the passing of Alandrea. Cherish your memories in these difficult days. May she Rest In Peace. Hugs and prayers to you all.
Rev. Dr. Sheila Macgregor
Dear Cathy and Gary,
I can’t tell you how shocked and sorry I am to learn of the passing of your precious Alandrea! I have such fond memories of her as a little girl attending the Crediton Church. She was such a beautiful and delightful child and you were both so good to her. Please know that I keep you and your family — also grandparents Fred, Lorraine and Aldene — very close in prayer. May God surround you with love, peace, courage and hope at this very sad time.
Blessings,
Sheila xx
Jim & Linda Dietrich
Sincere sympathy to all the family, so sorry for your loss, our prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Erin Traquair
Sending my deepest condolences to the Skinner family, and extended family as well. I remember her fondly when she was a baby/toddler she was such a bright light with a beautiful smile. Sending big hugs.
Erin Traquair
Dale McAllister
Gray & Cathy. I am so sorry that this day had to come, We hope pray & pray that this can not be happening to are family. But it does, I do not know what to say, other than hold each other has loving as you can. I pray that you all find the love that you knew. My love and thoughts are with you all. Stay close to each other, hold each other tight and love each other more. All my love Dale
Tim, Teresa & Trevor
Our deepest sympathy Trulen, Lailah, Gary, Cathy and family. We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Sharing in your sadness as you remember Alandrea.
Peace to our butterfly
Mary Jane Parsons
So sorry for your loss, a beautiful girl and mother. God Bless Alandrea’s family and children.
Sincerely,
Maryjane Parsons& The Parsons Family
Linda Traquair
I well remember the story of Alandrea consulting with the school principal about changing her name to ”Skinner’ . She certainly tugged on my heart strings, as well … such a precious girl… so well-loved. So very sorry for your loss.
George and Sue Wilson
To all the families, heartfelt condolences on the loss of Alandrea. Cherish your precious memories. Hold them close to your heart. May you find peace and comfort from your faith, family and friends. Hugs and prayers, George and Sue Wilson
Mike and JoAnne Pickering
Sending our deepest sympathies Gary, Cathy and family.
Christine (Chappel) Schurter
Gary and Cathy, I am so sorry for your loss. Our thought and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Cathy Westwood
Dear Gary, Cathy & family,
I am so sorry for your loss of Alandrea. I remember when she first came to you as a baby and all the love your family gave to her and the joy she brought to you. Sending love and hugs to all of you.
Cathy
Bernie Benoit
Gary and Cathy and family, our sympathies are extended to you at this time of loss.
Bernie Benoit and family.
Bev Branderhorst
Gary and Cathy and family
Sending you my deepest condolences. The most unimaginable pain to lose a child. Sending you hugs and love
Chris Bressette
The lose of such a young woman is tragic. Ilandrea was loved from close and afar. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Nicholas family as they to struggle with the lose of yet another young life. Your journey home begins now baby, no more pain , no more trauma. Troy will be waiting for you with opens arms to help guide you. Love your Auntie from afar..Chris
Jeff and Abby Hannah
Gary,Cathy and family
We are so sorry for your loss. We hope your memories give you comfort during this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts.
Lynda(Parsons ) Iredale-conlin
to Aldeen, Diane, Gary and family ..my deepest sympathy to you ..my prayers are with you at this sad time
Jim and Linda Dietrich
Sorry for your loss
Mary MacGregor
To Gary, Cathy, Amanda,Tommy and families,
We are very saddened by the news of Alandrea’s passing. A life lost way too early.
We remember her as a young girl when she would come to our house. She and our daughter were friends in public school.
Our hearts go out to all of you. Sending virtual hugs.
Mary, Jim, Kayley and Shane MacGregor
Holly
So very sorry for your loss. Alandera was a great person and always had the biggest smile on her face. So sad to hear she’s past. Rest In The Sweetest Peace.
Sue Riley
Aunt Alden, Gary, Cathy and family- my thoughts are with you during this difficult time! Sue Riley – aka Neil’s partner.
Murray and Barb Parsons
Gary, Cathy and family
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of your family at this difficult time
Murray and Barb Parsons
Michelle will
This is one of those times that isn’t fare ,but you couldn’t ask for better people to raise you and take care of you ,you are truly blessed to have such a great mom and dad, Condolences to Cathy and Gary and your children my you rest in peace sweetheart ❤ Michelle will,Ryan and hadyden RIP SWEETHEART ❤❤❤❤
Faye and Larry Skinner
Gary, Cathy, Skinner and Bowers families:
Our deepest condolences on the death of Alandrea. Know we are thinking of you at this sad time.
We wish you peace and comfort as you grieve this loss.
Don’t let go of your precious memories!
Scot and Judy
Dearest Aunt Deen Gary,Cathy and all the family.
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you always and sending virtual hugs to you all at this sad time. Take care. Scot and Judy.
Francis Denomme
My memories of Alandrea were when you first brought her into your lives I am very sorry for your loss
Nancy Odell
Sympathy to all the family. Sad that she was so young
Sue Chappell
Our deepest sympathies Gary, Cathy and family for your loss.
Cindy Dukeshire
Craig and family,
I’m so very sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. Hold your memories close to your heart. Our deepest condolences, our thought and prayers are with you and your family .
Cindy, Nick and Cassie Dukeshire
Don and Edith Lewis & family
Gary, Cathy and family, Aldeen, & family ,and the Bowers family
We are sorry to see such a tragic loss and so young.
Cherish her memories with all the lovely pictures.
God Bless you All, at this sad and difficult time.
Our sympathy to you All.
Heather Montgomery
My deepest sympathy to you Cathy and Gary, Jackie, Craig & Melissa, Scott & Julie and families. I wish you my heartfelt peace and comfort as you grieve the loss of Alandrea.
Denise Haines
Gary, Cathy and Families,
Thinking of you at this very difficult time. Hoping that your memories will bring you much comfort in the days ahead.
Lesley
U will be missed. . Love u always. Lesley Pfaff and family. Rip alandera. Condolences to my family. And all who knew her. Was a good kid. Sorry cathy Gary. And family. Xoxoxo
Brian & Pat Hicks
There are no words I can say to ease your heartache. The love of your family will help each one of you in the days to come. Our sincere sympathies.
Denise De Vries
I’m so sorry for your loss. Alandrea was a lovely lady who I had the pleasure of being friends with while growing up. Thinking of all her loved ones during this difficult time
Debbie Bowers
Love and prayers to my family.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
I will always remember her smile!!!!
Kathy Heywood
Cathy and all your family , I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know you did everything in your power to love and support your precious daughter. Keep all the wonderful memories close to your heart, and give her little ones extra hugs!!
Paige
Sorry for your loss her kids were so beautiful. Sad seeing ppl that we go to school passing away. No parents Should bury their children
Brad and Caroline Baker
Scott, Julie and the Skinner Family,
Our deepest condolences for your loss. A young life cut way too short. Our thoughts are with you all.
Katherine walker
So very sorry for your loss. Alandrea was a fabulous person and great mother!
Irvine R. Armstrong
To ALDEEN AND THE SKINNER FAMILY. I AM SORRY TO HEAR OF THE DEATH OF YOUR Granddaughter. My prayers are with you at this this time. Alandrea is in the prime of her life. All the best. Irv
Kathy and Greg Hendrick
Gary, Cathy and families
We are so very sorry to hear about the passing of Alandrea. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers now and in the coming days.
Lynda Denham
My deepest sympathies to Gary and Cathy and your family. ❤️🙏🏻