Richard Lynn Skyberg, 60, of Havre, Montana passed on October 25, 2019. He was born in Glasgow, Montana on May 17, 1959. He was the second son of four, born to Melvin and Borghild (Hove) Skyberg. He graduated from Nashua High School and DeVry University with a Bachelor’s Degree in the Electronic Technician Curriculum, working in cable/satellite installation for 32 years.
Richard moved to Havre, Montana in 1990 where he met his current wife Sharon in 1992, they married October 4, 1997. Although he did not have any biological children, Richard raised his two step-daughters and two adopted sons as his own. He resided on the family farm that he shared with Sharon in Havre until his passing.
He was a long-time member of Northwest Antique Power Association and North Central Montana Antique Enthusiasts. He enjoyed hunting, camping and basically anything having to do with the outdoors. His major passions were the antique engines that he worked on.
Richard is survived by his wife of 22 years, Sharon Skyberg; his four children, Ella Olin, Jessica Garza, Gabriel and Alexander; his 11 grandchildren: Elizabeth, Jeremiah, Richard, Rebecca, Thomas, Isaiah, Christian, Emma-lee, Kira, Nora and Anastasia; three great-grandchildren, Kaison, Kinsley and Jaxon; three brothers, Steve Skyberg of Columbia Falls, Montana, Jim (Carol) Skyberg of Greenville, South Carolina, and Paul (Bobbi and their two children, Emily and Nick) Skyberg of Fort Peck, Montana; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his mother Borghild, his father Melvin and first grandchild Taylor.
A Celebration of Life will be held 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at the Eagles Club in Havre, Montana. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, November 1, 2019 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Nashua, Montana with Bonnie Novak officiating. Burial will follow services in Fort Peck Cemetery, Fort Peck, Montana
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
2:00 p.m.
Friday November 1, 2019
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church
Nashua, Montana 59248
Funeral Reception
3:00 p.m.
Friday November 1, 2019
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church
Nashua, Montana
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
2:00 p.m.
Friday November 1, 2019
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church
Nashua, Montana 59248
Funeral Reception
3:00 p.m.
Friday November 1, 2019
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church
Nashua, Montana
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Margaret Davis says
My grade school buddie. Our family’s had lots of ties. . I’ll never forget the farm. So sad to hear of the passing. RIP Richard!!!! You will be missed
Jolene DEBOLT says
My condolences to the Skyberg families. RIP Richard
Ed Cooper says
My condolences to the family.
Melinda Tangen says
Dear Skyberg families, I am sorry to hear about of the loss of your brother, husband, and father, Richard. My condolances to you all.
Rick Willis says
Richard’s smile is what I remember most. I’m sure we will meet again around a fire in Elk Camp. My thoughts are with the Skyberg family.
Mark Weston says
like a brother, my best friend, I will miss forever
Jim Schoenfelder says
We are so sorry to hear about Richard’s passing, he was a grade school and high school buddy and I have many fond memories of our time together growing up in Fort Peck. Our condolences to the Skyberg family. May God’s comfort and peace be with you, and may you hold on to all of the wonderful memories of Richard. God Bless