Beryl Irene Skinner

March 5 1926 - June 25 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of

Beryl Irene Skinner on June 25, 2026, at the age of 100.

Beryl (nee Hancock) was born on March 5, 1926, in

County Durham, England. Beryl moved with her parents,

John and Muriel Hancock to Ardrossan, Ayrshire,

Scotland where she spent her childhood with her sisters,

Joyce and Shirley. She graduated from the University of

St. Andrews with a Master of Arts degree in French and

German. Later, she met and married James Reginald

Skinner, and together they immigrated to Canada in

1960.

Throughout her life, Beryl wore many hats with grace

and versatility.She taught French and German in Scotland,

kindergarten in Calgary, directed a daycare of over 100

children, and later served as secretary to the Head of the

English Department at UBC.

Beryl was predeceased by her beloved husband, James

Reginald Skinner. She leaves behind her loving daughters,

Shuna and Morag; sons-in-law, Bruce and Stewart;

grandchildren, Jaclyn (Ben), Alison (Sean), Ian (Emilie),

Julie (Brian), and Kevin; and great-grandchildren, Sophie,

Callum, Wesley, Maggie, and Katie.

Beryl will be remembered for her kindness, positivity,

hospitality, and unwavering devotion to her family and

friends. She enjoyed Scottish country dancing, even

dancing on her 90th birthday to Bonnie Beryl’s reel, a

dance created for her by Simon Scott! She prioritized

fitness, travel and entertaining, where she embraced

friendships and traditions throughout her life. Some of her

happiest memories were made during summers spent on

beautiful Savary Island, a place she held close to her

heart.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the

compassionate staff at Hollyburn House for the

exceptional care, comfort, and dignity they provided to

Beryl in her final days.

She will be deeply missed and forever loved.