Doug Skaff, WVU Alumni and Community Member, Dies at 48

West Virginia University alumnus Doug Skaff Jr., a former state representative and member of the WVU Alumni Association, passed away on Tuesday, June 10 in a vehicle crash in Lewis County, per a report from HD Media, a Huntington, W. Va. media company that Skaff formerly operated as president.

Skaff was 48 years old.

WVU president Gordon E. Gee posted to X, (formerly Twitter), describing the impact that Skaff had on the university and its athletics.

“Doug Skaff was a Mountaineer through and through. As student body president at WVU, he helped launch [WVU] All Night and the Mountaineer Manics — two beloved programs that continue to shape student life today,” Gee wrote.

Doug Skaff was a Mountaineer through and through. As student body president at WVU, he helped launch WVUp All Night and the Mountaineer Manics—two beloved programs that continue to shape student life today. (1/3)

— E. Gordon Gee (@gordongee) June 11, 2025

“His deep love for West Virginia University was evident in everything he did—as a graduate, donor, public servant, fan, and former faithful member of the WVU Alumni Association Board. Doug believed in the power of education, community, and service, and he gave generously of his time and spirit to support our students, faculty, and staff. We are heartbroken by his passing and extend our deepest sympathies to his family and loved ones.”

The WVU Alumni Association also posted a message  on the organization’s official account.

“The WVU Alumni Association mourns the loss of our longtime friend and former Board member, Doug Skaff. A proud Mountaineer, Doug made every community he touched better. Our deepest sympathies are with his family and loved ones.”