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CAROLYN SKINNER Obituary
She was preceded in death by her husband of 33 years James "Jimmy" Skinner and brothers James T. Dail, Jr. and Rufus K. Dail and a sister Leona Russell. Carolyn is survived by her son Wayne Skinner; son Brian Skinner and his wife Candi and grandchildren Benjamin and Julia. She is also survived by her three sisters, Neola Adams of Centerville, Betty Phillips and her husband Dr. Harvey Phillips of Ashland, and Peggy White of Newport News, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 19th at Bethel Baptist Church in Yorktown. Burial will follow at Peninsula Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation in her honor be made to the Boys and Girls Club of the Virginia Peninsula. Arrangements by Amory Funeral Home, Grafton, VA.
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Jacqueline Bacon
June 23, 2020
Wayne - I am so sorry to hear this news. I pray that you and the rest of your Mom's loved ones will be comforted by the memories of this beautiful woman. I did not have the pleasure of meeting her, but looking at the other entries I can see that she was a very special lady. Rejoice in knowing that "Momo Carolyn" is reunited with your father in paradise and that both are smiling down on you all from above. My condolences and continued prayers for your family. ~Jacquie
Mary Beth Stewart
June 22, 2020
Wayne, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jane and Jack - Key West Friends
June 19, 2020
Wayne, so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Our condolences to you and your family.
Michelle Draper
June 19, 2020
My heart goes out to her family. Carolyn was such a special lady and I am so grateful to have been in her life, she welcomed me, Neal and the kids in her life and made us feel like part of the family. She was the epitome of Southern grace and charm and she will be missed. I will cherish the memories that we were so fortunate to have with her over the years.
Terry Cooper
June 18, 2020
Brian and Family: I am sorry for the loss of your mother. It's hard to lose your mom. Prayers and deepest condolences to all of you.
June 17, 2020
So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.
Karen Lange - Key West Friend
June 17, 2020
Wayne, I am very sorry for your loss. You had wonderful stories about your mom. She was a special lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lisa Skinner Molinari
June 17, 2020
Carolyn was one of the most gracious southern ladies I have ever known. She is part of so many wonderful memories for me. Family reunions in Richmond where I would only eat her food if there were multiple 'salads' etc. She was so kind and loving and I will miss her so. I know she is rejoicing being reunited with her one and only love Jimmy. I was honored to have her as part of my fabulous Skinner family.
Pat Quinn
June 16, 2020
I worked with Carolyn in Newport News DMV. She was a joy to work with I am sorry for lost
Diane and Pete Moreau
June 16, 2020
Wayne, Brian and family: Your mom was a beautiful, wonderful
and kind neighbor who cherished her family and friends.
We offer our condolences and sympathies in this time of grief.
Diane and Pete Moreau
Neighbors
Jami Anthony
June 16, 2020
Wayne, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Christina Head
June 15, 2020
My deepest condolences to your family during this time. Please know that our family is keeping you in our prayers and thoughts.
Renee Brummer
June 15, 2020
My thoughts and prayers to all her family and friends. Bless all of you.
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