Bernard Francis Skibinski III

Bernard F. Skibinski, III, "Skib" passed away peacefully on November 14, 2023, after a brief but courageous battle with Glioblastoma. Skib was a kind person to all until his passing. Skib is survived by his wife of 31 years, Denise Zavagno, his children, Matthew and Mia, his siblings, Jeanne (Ted) Ratcliff, New York, N.Y.; Patricia (Richard) Adams, Kintbury, England; Maria Skibinski, St. Inigoes, Maryland; Joseph (Kim) Skibinski, Bristow, Va.; Sherry Chas, Reston, Va. and 23 nieces and nephews. Skib was born in Leonardtown, Maryland on August 16, 1957, to Bernard F. and Ann Tuly Skibinski. He attended Mary Washington College and Old Dominion University. Skib was a physical therapist for over thirty years. His true calling was providing a healing hand to his numerous patients who loved him dearly. Skib was devoted to all things related to the Washington Commanders and Villanova basketball. The most important part of Skib's life was his family. He coached and attended Matt’s and Mia's numerous sporting events, cheering them on and recording it all. Visitation will be on Monday, November 20, 2023, from 4pm - 8pm at Murphy Funeral Homes, 4510 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, Va 22203. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, November 21, 10:30 am at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 1910 Randolph Road, Arlington, Virginia 22207