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Aaron SKINNER Obituary
He was a native of Clayton, N.C., and a resident of Newport News for 25 years. Mr. Skinner retired from Newport News Shipyard as an Electrician after 34 years of service.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John Lee Skinner Sr. and Vera Skinner; brother, J.L. Skinner Jr.; sisters, Nettie Shearin and Mary Butler.
Survivors include his wife of 22 years, Mary Lou G. Skinner; two daughters, Kathy Powell and husband, Jerry of North Carolina, Valerie D. Skinner of Virginia; two sons, Ronnie D. Skinner of North Carolina, Bruce R. Skinner and wife, Sherry of Camden, N.Y.; three sisters, Virginia Hokanson and husband, John of Port Orchard, Wash., Alice Duncan of North Carolina, Shirley Fish and husband, Ted of North Carolina; five grandchildren, Raven and Kinsley Seward, Mason Skinner, Ryan Skinner, Kaylee Robinson; one great-grandchild, Brooke Robinson, and many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, May 2, at Peninsula Funeral Home. A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 4, at Maple Wood Cemetery in Clayton, N.C., with the Rev. Darrell Sauls officiating.
The family would like to thank their friends for their loving support and prayers.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Aaron SKINNER
Norman Hare Jr
May 3, 2010
I worked with Skinner some years back and I thought a lot of him. He was soft spoken, good hearted, and a good friend. My prayers
are with his family
Jennifer Fish Russell
May 3, 2010
Uncle Aaron, I can see you right now having coffee with the whole Skinner Crew and family! Aunt Nettie's beautiful red hair, Aunt Evelyn reading the paper, Uncle J.L. whistling his favorite Andy Griffin tune!, Uncle Lynell with that contagious smile looking at everyone, and all of the family and friends sitting around. Enjoy Uncle Aaron cause I know you are at peace! Even though we will miss you, I will not say good-bye, I will say see you soon one day. We have many prayers to give us strength till then. I love you. Love, Just one of your many nieces that will miss you. Love, Jennifer
Teresa Vreeland
May 3, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
DONALD BATLINER, SR.
May 3, 2010
I worked with Mr. Skinner for many years. I was an electrical test engineer. He was the greatest. He and I were very close friends for all the years I worked there. My prayers are with the family. I'm sure he will be greatly missed, but heaven has received a GREAT man.
Martha` Hughes
May 2, 2010
Mary Lou,I was so sad when i went to the computer and found Aaron death,he has always had a place in my heart every sent I worked with him he was a Heart of Gold I know how much you and Valeria ment to him.I know he will be miss but we all will see him at a later time.
Mary Lou if you need anything feel free to call on me.Aaron rest in Peace you have been a great friend and a great coworker.
Amanda Bowles
May 2, 2010
Valerie,
You and your family are in my prayers. Your father was a great person and was always there for us at cheerleading when we needed him. One day we will get the joy of seeing him again, but until then remember he is in a better place and watching down on our every move. Remember to not tell him goodbye, its see you later because you will reunit with him one day. If you need anything at all please dont hesistate to ask. May your dad Rest in Peace.
Roger and Lisa Skinner
May 2, 2010
You are forever in our hearts Uncle Aaron!
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