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James Skorzak Obituary
Lincoln, IL—James Walter "Jim" Skorzak, 63, of Lincoln, passed away December 14, 2017 at Memorial Medical Center.
Cremation rites have been accorded by Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home. Burial will be at a later date in St. Paul Cemetery, Mosinee, Minnesota.
A family visitation was held December 16, 2017 at Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home.
Jim was born January 20, 1954 in Bay City, Michigan, the son of Walter Anthony Skorzak and Virginia Earldine (Storrs) Skorzak. He married Carol Marie Cordray on May 25, 1974.
He proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He served his community for 25 years as an Illinois State Policeman, retiring as Master Sergeant. He was previously employed as a deputy in Boone Co. and as a Belvidere City Policeman. Jim enjoyed military history , American history, metal detecting; and football. He was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. His greatest treasure was his grandchildren. He spent as much time with them as possible.
Surviving are his wife Carol Skorzak; daughter Michelle (Chad) Finley; son Michael (Jen) Skorzak; grandchildren: Abbey, Gabe, Jake, Emma, and Eli; brother Kirk Skorzak; and extended family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Tom Skorzak.
Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the Wounded Warrior Fund.
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Dan Shiroda
November 24, 2019
Carol,
I just came across Jim's obituary as I was viewing the BHS class of 72 list classmates that have passed away and was shocked to see Jim's name on the list. Jim and I were acquaintances having had some classes together and I considered him a friend. I also have fond memories of him and the joking around we did. My sincere condolences to you and your family. God bless and take care.
Doug Chapman
February 5, 2018
Dear Carol you may not remember me, I remember Jim as fine young man who enjoyed life.
He was well thought of by the teachers and this coach at BHS.
God Bless,
Doug Chapman, Coach
January 1, 2018
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
ready for his audition
Jeffrey Mielke
December 19, 2017
Dear Carol, My condolences to you and your family for this loss. My memories of Jim are of laughter and mischief. He was a dear friend and a kind soul. With love, Jeff
Chuck Leonard
December 19, 2017
To Carol and the Skorzak family ... Kim and I will be praying for all of you during this difficult time. God bless you !
Wayne Mahan
December 19, 2017
Just an all around good guy. You'll be missed Jim! Thank you for your unselfish service to this country...RIP!
Jim O'Brien
December 19, 2017
Carol and Family
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Jim was a very good friend and even though we lost touch, I thought about him and our adventures often.
Mike Ritzman
December 19, 2017
Carol and family. My deepest condolences. Jim was a great friend in high school and post high school. He will always be remembered as the source of many fond memories and laughs. Like the time he found a siren and rigged it under the hood of his Rambler. We would sneak up behind friends and pull them over. Priceless. Just one of many memories of Jim. Even though it's been over 30 years since I last saw Jim, I have never forgotten him.
Lisa Johnson
December 18, 2017
Carol... My deepest sympathy for you and your children. This was a shock to me! I send you my love and prayers. Jim was such a great man. Many memories.... I am so sorry to hear this!
December 18, 2017
Our prayers and thoughts are with Carol and his family. Bobbie(Glaser) Eicksteadt and family.
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