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Mark Skelton

January 26, 1970 - March 11, 2020
Visitation
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Friday 3/13, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Service
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Saturday 3/14, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Mark Skelton, age 50, passed away on March 11, 2020. The family will host a time of fellowship and remembrance from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm on Friday, March 13, 2020, at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers. We will celebrate his life of 50 years at 10:00 am on Saturday, March 14, 2020, atContinue Reading

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Stephanie Baxley Matthews left a message on March 16, 2020:
So sorry to hear of the loss of a fellow Yellowjacket and wonderful person. Prayers for the entire Skelton families.
Greg Guymon left a message on March 16, 2020:
Mark was a great friend to me in high school as a newcomer... We played offensive line together and he helped me learn the game. I appreciated him very much. My condolences.
Marina Johnston left a message on March 16, 2020:
Margaret and Lincoln, we are deeply sorrowful with both of you! We want you to know that we love you are praying for you. What a beautiful tribute to Mark’s life! He was such a good husband and father! We hope that you can find God’s love and comfort during this time. Please, accept our sincere condolences!lIn Him,Glen, Marina, Alexandra, Anton and Andrei Johnston
Mike Spraggins left a message on March 15, 2020:
Mark and I haven't seen each other since 1988. We grew up together in Denison, TX. My memories of his smile and jovial laugh are still as strong today as they were then. Though we were not close personal friends, Mark was someone I liked and called a friend nonetheless. He always seemed full of life and seemed to be force for positivity. My heart hurts for the family as I know he will be missed greatly. I pray for their peace and comfort knowing that Mark is with his heavenly Father.
Kristy Van Zee Goodwin left a message on March 15, 2020:
What a beautiful tribute to Mark; that he is in heaven surrounded by loved ones and his cherished pups. I’m so sorry for your loss and the hole left in your hearts and your world. Praying for you all.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Young left a message on March 14, 2020:
What a terrible loss. We know you were neither ready nor prepared to lose your beloved Mark. Please accept our love and what ever comfort we can share. I will always remember the glory days of the Yellow Jackets and how involved Kay was in getting us all pumped up for the games while encouraging us to squeeze in time to put up our Christmas trees. Cherish the memories, Kay and Don. Love from Jack and Cynthia
Sheri Todd Hodge left a message on March 14, 2020:
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and close friends. May God bless you all with a peace that only comes from Him.
Vicki & Greg Oliver left a message on March 13, 2020:
We are so saddened to know of your loss. We know our God is with you and your family. I can’t imagine any words that take away the pain. I do know the Great Physician and He promised to be with you wherever you may be. I pray you can feel His presence?
Lynnette Lunsford Boriack left a message on March 13, 2020:
Margaret, I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m grieving deeply with you as mourn and praying for your comfort in the upcoming months. I know you were loved!
Cindy Brown left a message on March 13, 2020:
All,We are dealing with a death in our family as well this weekend. Otherwise I would be there to give you a hug. It is unfathomable pain to loose a son father and husband so soon in life. God loves you all and will enjoy having a Skelton in heaven to tell new new jokes!BlessingsByron and Cindy Brown
George Offutt left a message on March 13, 2020:
Don & Kay & family, I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Mark. Knowing and loving you for more than sixty years and serving with Kay on the ACU Board has been a real blessing to me. I can't even imagine the pain of losing a son at such a young age. I will be there, in spirit, with you during this difficult time. Blessings, my dear friends.
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Riggs left a message on March 13, 2020:
I’ve had the honor of knowing Mark for the past 7 years.He sure knew how to liven up a courtroom, and he will be missed so much in Dawson County and Howard County. Please know that he served his children well in those counties, and he always fought for them with heart and conviction.I will miss his crazy stories and humor, and I will miss the fun he brought to our group lunches on court days. Prayers to his family and friends.
Wooten left a message on March 12, 2020:
I had the privilege and honor of sharing a court room and duties of watching over many children with Mark Skelton over the past 7 + years. He was one of the first attorneys to give me a chance to learn my job, prove myself, and earn trust. He was always mutually professional and respectful towards me and trusted my work, even when on opposing sides. I will miss his valiant fight for the children and teens that have been blessed to have him as their voice.I will miss his introductory "so the problem is..." in pretty much every conversation with him. I will miss his quick wit. We lost a very knowledgeable and respected attorney and human yesterday. There will be a huge void in Dawson and Gaines County CPS courtrooms. My heart is so very sad.Prayers to the family.
Sherry M left a message on March 12, 2020:
I am so saddened by his passing. We just had lunch after court last Friday with him. So surreal he is gone. I will always remember him and his turtle teen. Yes, he pressured me to take her turtle on the plane with me and her. As a joke I gave him a tie with a turtle on it. CPS Caseworker, Sherry Mitchell
Rosario Peralez-Cowher left a message on March 12, 2020:
I am deeply saddened by the loss of Mr. Skelton. I had the pleasure and honor of working With him in the Child Protection Court - Gaines County and Dawson County. Most recently, I again had the pleasure of working with him in Midland County. Mark was always a gentleman. He was professional while maintaining a cheerful attitude. He will be truly missed and I include him and the family in my prayers. Rosario M. Peralez-Cowher (Fort Stockton, TX)
Rusty Brigman left a message on March 12, 2020:
Don & Kay, We were so sorry to learn of your great loss. Please know your in our thoughts and prayers. May your precious memories bring you comfort and joy knowing you raised a Godly son. Please know that so many others are with you during this difficult and sorrowful time. Rusty & Aline Brigman
Lake Ridge Chapel & Memorial Designers left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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