Charles "Charlie" Robert Skidmore

April 16, 1956 - July 29, 2023

Charles "Charlie" Robert Skidmore (67) of Bridgewater, VA, passed away on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at his home with his family.

He was born on April 16, 1956, and was the son of the late Leila Huffman Skidmore. He was a member of St. Michaels United Church of Christ in Bridgewater.

Charlie married Lynn Cassiday Skidmore in 1981, who survives.

Two children survive him, Kyle Skidmore of Dayton and McKenzie Ulmer and husband James of Blacksburg; brothers Rick Skidmore and wife Patti of Grottoes, and Bill Skidmore and wife Suzy of Dayton; three grandchildren Ava Long of Dayton, Cora and Creedence Ulmer of Blacksburg.

Many loving family members also survive him; mother in law and dear friend Nancy Cassiday, Kelly and Randy Roberts, Chris and Bubby Todd, Molly and Sam Skidmore, Nicole Kerns, Zach Roberts, Essie Gordon, Grace Warlitner, Michael and Penny Cassiday, Crystal Simmons and his dog Daisy.

He was preceded in death by grandparents C.C. and Leila Belle Huffman, Richard and Martha Skidmore; Father-in-law Charles Cassiday and brother-in-law Rick Cassiday.

Charlie was a natural-born truck driver, working at Shenandoah Trucking, Harrisonburg Auto Auction, and Keen Trucking. One of his proudest accomplishments was a 5 Million Mile Safe Driver award. He was blessed with five years of retirement, where he enjoyed driving his 1976 Triumph and his new hobby of collecting rocks/artifacts. Charlie was a gifted storyteller with a funny, quick wit that kept his family and friends entertained.

A celebration of life will be held on August 19, 2023, at One Eleven South Main venue in Bridgewater from 4:00-8:00. Please join us with your love and memories of Charlie and a covered dish to share.

Arrangements are entrusted to Johnson Funeral and Cremation Services in Bridgewater, VA. Online Condolences may be shared with family online at johnsonfs.com.

Charlie's family would like to thank everyone who has poured comfort, love, and prayers into us during this difficult time. We will miss him.