Gilbert Allan Cavins was born to Harvey and Helen Cavins on June 23rd, 1934 in Rock Island, IL. Somewhere along the way he acquired the nickname "Skip". No one seems to know where it came from, but it stuck. Like all good American Rock Island boys, Skip spent much time exploring the Mississippi River railroad yards, bridges, and locks and many other places his mother did not need to know about. However, he was also diligent at school and began showing his natural work ethos and ability to work well with everyone.
He took these qualities to St. Ambrose Academy, where another ability began to stand out: athletics. Skip played many sports and was good at all of them. His capability and leadership led him to be Captain of several St. Ambrose teams. He also found time to accompany Donna Frances Becker of Davenport, Iowa, to a dance.
Skip's scholastic and athletic abilities led him to Denver, Colorado, where he received a basketball scholarship to Regis University. Skip succeeded in Busines

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