Norman Leslie Skinner Jr

Norman “Norm” Leslie Skinner, 69, passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at his home with his loving family by his side after a long battle with cancer.

Norm was born on July 28, 1955, in Moscow, Idaho, to Norman Skinner and Velda (Meeker) Skinner. He was one of nine children. In 1964, his family moved to Seaside, Oregon, where he created many memories of fishing, hiking, clam digging, clambakes, and surfing. Norm graduated high school in Seaside in 1973.

On February 4, 1974, he married Janet Lovel in Washington. They welcomed their son, Norman III, in 1975, followed by a daughter, Christina, two years later. Norm and Janet later divorced and he eventually relocated to Pocatello, Idaho and found the love of his life, Connie Judkins.

Connie and Norm married on November 22, 1980, and had a daughter, Crystal Tiamaria on March 9, 1982. The family enjoyed countless adventures traveling, time at the gun range, camping with relatives, and especially fishing on the Palisades Reservoir. Norm loved engaging in political discussions with anyone willing to chat. He was also a passionate foodie, always eager to try new recipes for his wife, children, and grandchildren.

Norm’s joy came from spending his days with his grandchildren Issac Michael and Taylor Leahgene. He adored his children, and children he was always great at creating way to have constant interaction with them, staying involved in their busy lives.

Norm's playful banter, adventurous spirit, loving heart, and arms will be greatly missed and forever in our hears of many more dear family and friends.

He is survived by his wife, Connie Skinner of Pocatello, ID; daughter, Crystal (Jerry) Skinner of Pocatello, ID; son, Norman III (Christina) Skinner of Elks Grove, CA; grandchildren, Issac Sandmad of Pocatello, ID, Taylor Sandman of Pocatello, ID, Nowell and Justice Skinner of Elks Grove, CA; sister in law, Jean (Ron) Smith of  Silver City, NM; brother in law, Dell (Colleen) Judkins of Pocatello, ID; mother in law, June Judkins of Pocatello, ID; brother, Larry (Nona) Cain of OR; sisters, Brenda Skinner of OR, Tina (Thomas) Duran of WA, Kelly Stuckord of WA; and step sister, Gloria Deitz of WA, and Doug Skinner of WA.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Norman Skinner Sr and Velda Meekeri; daughter, Christina Skinner Jaret; step sister, Jacqueline Kay; brothers, Wade Skinner, Richard Cain; father in law, Gene Judkins; and brother in law, John Judkins.

A celebration of life potluck will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at the Ross Park Pavilion from 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Please bring a side to share.

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