of Kerrville, TX
August 24, 1948 - December 17, 2023
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Skip was born in Sioux Falls, SD, to Bette P. and Robert M. McKenzie on August 24, 1948. He married Bonnie Youngblood on January 1, 1999, in Kerrville, TX.
Skip graduated from Washington Senior High School in Sioux Falls in 1966. He earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of South Dakota in 1971, followed by a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Augusta College in Sioux Falls in 1974. Finally, Skip earned a Bachelor of Science in Anesthesia from the University of South Dakota and completed a Program in Anesthesia for Nurses accredited by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists at McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls in 1976. He then moved to Big Spring, TX, where he practiced anesthesia until 2005. In 2005, he moved to Kerrville, where he continued to practice anesthesia until he retired at the age of 70.
Skip was preceded in death by his parents; a newborn sister, Mary Margaret who passed away shortly after birth; and an exceptional friend, Dr. Anand Mehendale.
Survivors include his wife, Bonnie; and son, John; step-children, John Youngblood and wife, Lisa, Ashley Szar and husband, Charlie, and Joni Rust and husband, Joey; step-grandchildren, Jake Youngblood, Louie May, Ben Szar, Anna Szar, Evan Youngblood, Kate Youngblood, and JC Rust; mother-in-law, Jeannette Howell; sister-in law, Laura Sweeney and her husband, Dr. Michael Sweeney; and numerous friends.
Skip was a lover of the great outdoors and enjoyed countless hours of water skiing, scuba diving, snow skiing, horseback riding, freshwater fishing, and bird hunting. He was an impressive marksman, a natural general aviation pilot, and an avid reader, especially of history.
A private family celebration of Skip's incredible life will be held at a later date.
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15 Condolence(s)
Robert and Stacy McFaul
Horseshoe Bay, TX
Friday, February 16, 2024
We just learned of the passing of this good man. We flew together, operated together, and hunted together. He was so very trustworthy and competent in everything he did. He loved his Bonnie and their family. Skip had a great mind and a huge heart.
Arthur Kelly
Center Point, TX
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Just saw this Bonnie, we are devestated! We dont get the paper or have an avenue to this information usually. Anna and I both love you two dearly. Always thought of you two as way above our social level but thought of you as the kind of people we would most wish to be like. Im so sorry Bonnie, carry him close and always picture him in heaven, waiting for his other half. With so much love and respect, Anna and Bubba Kelly
Jose Longoria Jr
San Antonio, TX
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Bonnie, Olga Herrera and I offer our deepest sympathies and condolences. We are both fond of Skip and yourself and are very sad that we have all lost Skip from this mortal plane. Please know you are both in our hearts and send our love. We both miss working with you and Skip. We just found out that Skip has passed. We keep you both in our thoughts and prayers.
Cathy Richardson
Big Spring, TX
Saturday, January 6, 2024
Dear Bonnie, Our hearts are broken for your loss of Skip. Jack and Annette and I had so many good times with him. He was wonderful to work with in the OR, always upbeat and made everything run smoothly. Prayers for you and your family
Dr. Joseph Chavez
Big Spring, TX
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
We were saddened to hear about Skip. He was a great colleague and friend. Continued prayers for Bonnie and family.
Dr. Joseph & Lupe Chavez
Irma Aguirre
Kerrville, TX
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Bonnie, Skip was always fun, loving, and a very compassionate medical
provider. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Jo Ann Hagemeier
Kerrville, TX
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Bonnie,
So sorry for your loss. Skip was always so much fun to talk with. Karl really enjoyed his company.
Prayers for the family.
Jo Ann
Patti Brown
Big Spring, TX
Monday, December 25, 2023
Bonnie, I am so saddened by the news of Skip’s passing. He was a wonderful person and an amazing anesthesia provider. I will be forever grateful for all the medical knowledge he shared in the OR over the years. He brought laughter and enjoyment to work every day I worked with him. I know he will be missed by all who knew him. Condolences to you and your family. Patti
Bill Reed, CRNA
Brownwood, TX
Monday, December 25, 2023
Bonnie, I was deeply saddened to hear of Skip's passing. He was an exceptional anesthesia provider and always a joy to be around. My prayers will be with you and the rest of the family during this difficult time.
Tommy and Kathy Gartman
Orange, TX
Monday, December 25, 2023
Bonnie,
Tommy and I are sad to hear that Skip has passed . Prayers going up for your family.
Tommy and Kathy Gartman (formerly of Big Spring).
Ellen Phillips
Lubbock, TX
Monday, December 25, 2023
Bonnie, I am so sorry about Skip. We all loved him so much. To know Skip was to love him. I will have a Mass said for him at Christ the King Cathedral in Lubbock. I’ll send you the information when it is arranged. Of course I will sing for him. Love, Ellen
Carla Mott
Seguin, TX
Sunday, December 24, 2023
Bonnie my heart breaks. Skip is going to be forever missed and loved
Becky
Kerrville, TX
Friday, December 22, 2023
My Sincere Condolences Bonnie…. Rest In Peace Skip..
Ike & Glenda Low
Big Spring, TX
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Bonnie we were so saddened to hear about Skip. He will be missed by many. May he RIP.
Mindy Gray
Kerrville, TX
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Great memories of such a wonderful gentleman. Condolences to Bonnie and family. Flying unencumbered now. Rest in peace, Skip.