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James Skelton Obituary

SKELTON, JAMES P. "JIM" (Age 63)

Of Sterling, VA, on Friday, February 13, 2004 at Loudoun Hospital. Beloved husband of Betty E. Skelton; loving father of Bryan, Jeffrey and Robert Skelton and Kristina Erwin; brother of Catherine Horsley and Robert McQuaid. He is also survived by eight grandchildren. Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, February 19, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 1090 Sterling Rd., Herndon, VA, where service will be held on Friday at 10:30 a.m. Interment Quantico National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name may be made to the above named church. Arrangements by ADAMS-GREEN FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by The Washington Post on Feb. 15, 2004.

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Becky

December 20, 2020

We didn’t know Jim but we paid our respects today with Wreaths Across America.

Jeff Skelton

February 26, 2004

Thanks for your very kind words. Still seems surreal to me that Dad is gone. Your fond memories and words of support are very welcomed and very much needed.

Carl and Nancy Hamilton

February 26, 2004

Jim will always be remembered by us for his work with the Boy Socuts. He was a good man and a terrific model for the young scouts in his troop.



He was our neighbor for 28 years and will be missed dearly.



We are deeply sorry that we did not know until today.

Karen Shupe

February 16, 2004

I will always remember Jim as one of the finest gentlemen I have ever known.

Rob Chiles

February 16, 2004

My deepest condolences to the Skelton family. Jim was a defining figure in my life and I will carry his memory with me for all of my days. All of the Boy Scout trips, nights staying at the Skelton home along with the fun, direction and wisdom he brought to me will never be forgotten.



Rob (Robbie) Chiles

Brenda Marks

February 16, 2004

To my favorite uncle, you will be greatly missed.

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