Harry Skene, 85, of Pittston, passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2017, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township.

Born on December 07, 1931, in Bronx, New York, Harry was the son of the late William and Ethel (Reid) Skene.

Harry was a graduate of New York City High School.

Following high school, he went on to enlist in the U.S. Air Force, where he enjoyed an interesting assignment. Upon his honorable discharge, he attained the rank of Master Sergeant.

Harry was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church of West Pittston.

Prior to his retirement, Harry co-owned and operated a business in New York for 40 years.

After his retirement, he and his wife moved to Pittston to be closer to their grandsons. A proud grandfather, Harry was blessed to share a close bond with his two grandsons, Trevor and Evan. In February, he became a great-grandfather to Evan and Abby’s daughter, Claire, which brought him much joy.

In addition to his parents, Harry was preceded in death was his brothers, James, William and George Skene.

Harry is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, the former Inge Borries; his children, Harry William Skene, Exeter; and Douglas George Skene, Mineola, New York; his grandsons, Trevor and Evan Skene; and his great-granddaughter, Claire Skene.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM, on February 18th at First United Presbyterian Church of West Pittston, 40 Institute Street, Wyoming, Pennsylvania 18643.

Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Avenue, Exeter.  

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Harry’s memory to the First United Presbyterian Church of West Pittston, 40 Institute Street, Wyoming, Pennsylvania 18643.

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