The death occurred at the Palliative Care Unit of the Western Hospital, Alberton, on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, of Edward Alfred Skerry, of Alberton, in his 79th year. Born at Alberton on March 28, 1943, he was the son of the late Harold Alfred and Gertrude Mary (nee Gavin) Skerry.

Loving father to Richard Edward Skerry (deceased December 26, 2019) and David John Skerry (deceased March 16, 2020). Dear friend to Elizabeth Pippy. Caring brother to Wilhelmina (late Philip) Kenny of Northport, and Hilary (Lennie) Skerry of Alberton. Cherished grandfather to Sarah. He is also survived by a sister-in-law, Anne Skerry, of Alberton, and by the mother of his sons, Brenda Batherson Inman. He will be sadly missed by his niece, nephews, cousins, and friends.He was predeceased by a brother Clifford Skerry.

Resting at the Rooney Funeral Home and Chapel, Alberton. A committal service for family and friends to take place at the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Alberton, at a date and time to be announced.

As an expression of sympathy memorials to the Sacred Heart Cemetery Fund would be gratefully appreciated.