Dottie Mae Skinner

Dottie Mae Skinner, age 64 of Groton, NY was born July 28, 1962, in Cortland, New York, passed away on October 22, 2026 in Auburn, NY. She will be remembered with love by those who knew her and by the family whose lives were shaped by her presence.

At the heart of Dottie’s life was her family. She is survived by her mother, Grace Brooks; her sister, Debbie Perry; and her brother, Ron Couch. She also leaves behind her children, Heather Tenny and her husband, Bradley, Derek Skinner, Joshua Skinner, Adam Skinner, and Nicole Scott and her spouse, Joseph Allen II. She is also survived by many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who will miss her dearly. In each of these relationships, Dottie’s place was enduring and deeply felt, and her memory will remain woven into the lives of those who carry her forward.

She was preceded in death by her father, Adelbert Couch, and by her son, Maurice "Mo" Skinner III. Their memories remained an enduring part of her life and story.

In life she loved to crochet, watch television, and spend time with the ones she held dear. She enjoyed making memories and laughing about the good old times. Along with listening to her 80s and 90s country music with her windows open. 

As her family and friends mourn her passing, they also celebrate the life of Dottie Skinner and the place she will always hold in their hearts. She will be remembered with love, missed deeply, and honored always.

Services will be held Friday October 30th, 2026 at Perkins Funeral Home from 2pm-4pm, and will be followed with a celebration of life.