Donald “Don” Skei (Redmond ’69)
Posted: October 15, 2026
Don was born August 9, 1946, the eldest of four boys. He passed away on July 5, 2026, one month shy of his 80th birthday.
Don was a lifelong Oregonian. He jumped out of Redmond for five seasons (1969-73) and was known for his adventurous and positive spirit, as well as for his deep passion for the outdoors.
He built his professional life in Newberg, OR, as a chiropractor. He was also a longtime Rotary Club member.
He married Judith Ann Connaway on December 26, 1971. They had two children, Amy and Peter.
Throughout his life, Don pursued an extraordinary range of outdoor passions. These included sailing, windsurfing, running, skiing, mountain biking, and diving.
He’ll be remembered as someone who lived fully and followed his passions wherever they took him.
