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Alan, you have done the right thing. Those closest to Skye will miss her very much. In these circumstances it is important to remember her. I would not dwell on the act of taking the photographs, I think this is just part of the remember and grieving process and you supporting your family in this. Unfortunately bereavement is not openly discussed however naming, holding, kissing and the saying good bye are very important in these circumstances. This is not really a photography question, however discussing it with your Friends is good, and we will do our best to help. I'm afraid I am going to offer some cold an calculated advice, but this is based on my own experience.

My advice would be to seek reassurance from some experts. You are questioning what is "normal" or "acceptable" under very difficult circumstances. You have not only experienced what has happened, at a time of great need you have stepped forward and gotten involved with some of the practical process of what was happening. I would talk to those who deal with this regularly, nurses, doctors or members of the family who have dealt with bereavement. I don't know if you are religious, and it does not matter if you are or not, but on a purely practical note vicars deal a lot with this kind of difficulty. What they will all tell you is that you did the right thing and that you got stuck into a task that had to be done. You have taken some family photos that will be cherished for a long time. It will mean a lot to the people who count. Don't be ashamed, there are many practical tasks that need to be done when there is a bereavment. Well done.