of Little Rock, AR

July 17, 1944 - July 21, 2021

James Paul Skinner 1944-2021. Paul Skinner of Little Rock, AR passed away on Wednesday July 21, 2021. Paul was the first born of Jim and Theresa Skinner including his sisters Nancy, Susan, Margaret, Mary Jane, and brother John. Paul grew up in Quincy, MA on the bay of the ocean where his love of the water was born. He spent countless hours on the water teaching sailing lessons during the summers of high school, taking adventures in his own Star sailboat with his siblings. He graduated from BC High then attended Providence College where he was active in ROTC. Paul married Janis Sheridan his senior year, and after attaining a BS from Providence College he enrolled in the Army. He was assigned to Vietnam, while serving overseas Paul was injured in combat. He soon returned to Vietnam serving in the military police motor pool. Paul honorably discharged from the service at the rank of Captain, Paul and Janis settled in Little Rock AR. They successfully raised children Kristen Bridges, Courtney Skinner, James Skinner Jr (Jennifer) and Thomas Skinner (Renee). Paul enjoyed his time with family outdoors and his grandchildren. Any time on the water was a good time for him. In addition to always being remembered by his family he was a best friend to his grandchildren Lindsay Harper (Justin), McKenzie Bridges, Addison Bridges, Caroline Bridges, James Clay Skinner, Thomas Skinner, Ellen Elise Skinner, Luke Skinner, James Skinner, Simone Skinner, and great grandchild Ruth Anne Harper.

Visitation and Rosary will be held Tuesday July 27, starting at 6:00 PM at Christ the King Church. The funeral will be Wednesday July 28, at 10:00 at Christ the King Church.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Chenal Funeral Home
13801 Chenal Parkway
Little Rock, AR  72211
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com