Anyone that went to / had kids that did music at Aske's / CYM

[Otta]

You'll know Mr (John) Skinner. The man that gave so so much to so many people, he retired not long ago, deserving a kong and happy rest, but instead he's VERY sick in Lewisham Hospital.

I am left heart broken at this news. He was more than just a teacher, he was a selfless mentor that truly did give everything to the education of his students.

I went to see him yesterday and he is not doing well.

If anyone knows him and wants more details please PM me.

[EmilyPie]

Very sorry to hear that. I was at the girl's school so had relatively little contact with him but he was a tour de force whenever I did and helped and inspired generations of kids. Very sad to hear he isn't getting the retirement he deserves.

[Otta]

Several people have said similar today. That they didn't do much music or have much direct contact with him, but that he was such a personality you couldn't forget him.

He did so much for me in many ways that I just need to thank him and tell him what a big difference he made.

[Skegness]

John Skinner is a lovely man. I went to cym but was actually quite rubbish at music, embarrassingly. He was really kind to me when my mum died. I hope Lewisham hospital is treating him well.

[Otta]

They seem to be. :)

[MAK]

Mr Skinner used to be my music teacher. He was a great teacher and so jolly.

Really sad to hear he is unwell. I pray he recovers quickly.