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Rick Wayne Skillern went to be with his Heavenly Father on Friday October 7th, 2011 at the age of 58. He was born on December 5, 1952 in Hot Springs, AR to Elzie and Hollie Skillern. He married his loving wife, Katherine Gail Thomas, on September 4, 1992.
Rick loved most being actively involved with his children and wife, and also collecting Shell memorabilia, supporting his Razorbacks, riding his motorcycle, and giving others the pleasure of his photography.
He was an honor student at Hot Springs High School and attended Centenary College in Shreveport, LA. He was an Operations Supervisor for Shell Oil Company, a title that he worked hard to obtain through a distinguished career of 30+ Years. He was a member of Deer Park United Methodist Church.
Rick was a devoted loving husband, Daddy, and Paw Paw. Rick was preceded in death by his father Elzie Skillern, and infant son Brad Skillern. He is survived by his wife of 19 years Kathy, his stepson Quinten, son Derrick, daughter Alyssa, former wife Cheryl Rummings, and their daughters Tiffany and Brittany. He is survived also by his mother Hollie M. Bryant Skillern, his brothers Bruce, Steve, John, and their wives Linda, Jetta, and Sandi Skillern, as well as, his sister Breeanne, several nieces, nephews, cousins and his grandchildren Dalton, Trent, and Aidan Hodge.
He will be most remembered for the love he showed his family and friends. We are deeply saddened by his unexpected departure, but we know that he is with his Lord.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 11, 2011, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Grand View Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 12, 2011, at 2:00 p.m., at Deer Park United Methodist Church, 1300 E. 13th St., Deer Park, TX 77536 (281) 930-1300. Online memorial tributes may be placed at www.grandviewfunerals.com
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Connie (Warwick) Hodde
October 27, 2011
Kathy, May God bless your family and help you through this time. Like everyone, I have many happy memories of Rick. We hung out a lot when he moved to Houston. He was a great guy. Yes another cousin!
Carol Sauceda
October 21, 2011
So saddened to hear about the loss of Rick. We are praying that Lord may comfort all of you during this difficult time. -The Sauceda Family
October 17, 2011
Katherine, I just found out about Rick. May God bless you and the family. Rick loved his family and friends so much. He was a wonderful person. Here's a hug and a kiss from the Mauk Family. I am so sorry, my heart breaks for you and the kids.
Jaime Hebert
October 13, 2011
My Uncle Rick was a great guy who was taken too soon. I guess he was needed elsewhere, but the Skillern family sure misses him right now. It was wonderful to see how loved he was by everyone who knew him, and I know we all have memories that make us smile, even through the tears. Tiffany, Brittany, Kathy, Derrick and Alyssa, you are in my thoughts and prayers. When I was little, I got to spend time on vacation with him and my cousins, and we all had a blast. He was funny, generous and just a very cool guy...I am sure he would have been the first to laugh when he heard us calling the Hogs for him after the service. Woo Pig Sooie, Uncle Rick, I hope up there is a McClard's and the Hogs always win! Rest in Peace.
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DOUGLAS RUMMINGS
October 13, 2011
GOD BLESS YOU AND ALL YOUR FAMILY RICK!!!!! REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND!!! I WILL KEEP YOUR FAMILY IN PRAYERS EVERY DAY. DOUG
Beth Butler
October 12, 2011
Although I was three years behind Rick in school, he was so well known that I knew of him. My brother graduated the same year as Rick. Thank-you for sharing his life in photos. I enjoyed seeing how he lived his life and the love he obviously shared with his family. Another life taken too early. You have my deepest sympathy. Beth Butler HSHS 1974
October 12, 2011
"Our wish is that all of the yesterdays you shared
will bring you the comfort and peace
you seek today"
The Paniagua Family
Georgetown Tx.
Gabbys God Parents
Jeannie Pryor
October 11, 2011
I have many fond memories of growing up with my cousins in Hot Springs, AR. I was always proud to say that those good-looking Skillern boys were my 1st cousins! Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Jeannie Kay (Dean) Pryor
Bill Cooper,Jr.
October 11, 2011
I'm so very sorry to hear about Rick.He was my best friend growing up,and always will be.I do, and will continue to miss him.I pray the blessings and the peace of Jesus will comfort all of you.
Maricela Moreno
October 11, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers go out to you and the children. Maricela and Carlos Moreno
Shenoa Flack
October 11, 2011
May our Heavenly Father wrap His arms of Love and Peace around you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Shenoa, Harrison and Haley
Susi Dean-Reinhardt
October 11, 2011
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. My fondest memory of Rick (and Bruce and Steve - Johnny was too little) is wrestling on the mattress at Elzie and Holly's house. All of the "cousins" use to have a great time together. May God be with you all.
Susi Dean Reinhardt
Diane Burch
October 11, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Phyllis White
October 11, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Phyllis White
October 11, 2011
Just found out of your loss. Want you to know your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Love to you all from the Mutuels money room of Oaklawn.
John and Sandy, a special hug and love to you both from all of us.
Lee & Gloria Ervin
October 10, 2011
Kathy, You and your children are in our prayers. God bless you with wonderful memories of your life with Rick. Please call us if there is anything we can do to help you. Love and prayers, Lee & Gloria Ervin
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