of Batesville, AR
May 13, 1923 - April 8, 2006
Thurman Skinner, 82, of Batesville died
He was born
He and his brother, Herbert Skinner, opened Skinner's Jewelry and Watch Repair in 1946. Thurman and Sue Summers were married May 30, 1951.Thurman loved sports and coached ball teams for his son; he attended every baseball, football, soccer and track meet of his grandchildren; then would buy pizza for the whole team and their parents. He taught his grandchildren how to hunt and fish; he was an avid turkey hunter.
He is survived by his wife, Sue Skinner of Batesville, one son, J. T. Skinner and his wife, Karan of Batesville; two daughters, Kitty (Skinner) Wilson and her husband Harold of Heber Springs and Cindy (Skinner) Stewart and her husband Danny of Tulsa, Oklahoma; eight grandchildren, Julie Anna Taylor, Jesse Skinner, Woody Skinner, Zeke Wilson, Kitty Leigh Wilson, Jacob Wilson, Sidney Stewart, and Nathan Stewart; two great-grandchildren, Lilly Gillihan and Howell Taylor; and several nephews and nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents; eight brothers, Wayne, Carl, Ethan, Kenneth, Wendall, Herbert, Boyce and Clyde Skinner; one sister, Hilda Keedy; and one nephew, Russell Skinner.
Memorial Services will be at
The family will receive friends at the funeral home from
Memorials may be made to the National Wild Turkey Federation, P.O. Box 530, Edgefield, South Carolina 29824-0530 and the Independence County Youth Athletic Association, P.O. Box 3184, Batesville, Arkansas 72503
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25 Condolence(s)
Randall Cason
Friday, July 13, 2007
JT,Kitty,Cindy I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a great man and will be missed. I wish all the best to your families. Randall Cason 10 Misty Lane Greenville, SC 29616 864-286-8053
Belinda (Riggs) Burns
Tuesday, April 25, 2006
Cindy, I don't know if you remember me from school but I just wanted to tell you that I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father. His personality will always be remember and Batesville will miss him. May God Bless you and your family during this time of sorrow. Sincerely, Belinda (Riggs) Burns
Robert J. "Bob" Skinner
Tuesday, April 18, 2006
Uncle Thurman was always someone I could look up to. He was a second father to me and a wonderful man.
Betty Johnson
Monday, April 17, 2006
Our sincere sympathy in the loss of your loved one. Betty and Delmas Johnson
Steve Bryan
Sunday, April 16, 2006
JT, so sorry to hear about your Dad passing. He was always so friendly and helpful in any way he could be to me. He will be missed. You are in my prayers. Steve
Curtis Wainwright
Friday, April 14, 2006
Well, another Pioneer has passed. Mr. Thurman Skinner is now flying high. What a loss, and what a shock. I called Mama this morning and she said to be sure to tell the Skinner family that the Wainwright's are saddened, but are proud to be friends with them all. She said for them to call if they want or need anything. Take care folks, good luck. And remember a "Pioneer never quits," never!! Sincerely, Curtis Wainwright
Roger Wainwright
Thursday, April 13, 2006
A man more a jewel than a jeweler; beautiful in every respect. To a family I love as I love my own: may you find peace and strength in this difficult time.
Mike Clark
Tuesday, April 11, 2006
May God give you all comfort during this time of trial. Thurman was always so nice to me, I will remember our visits. God Bless, Mike
Jamie Adams Mobley
Tuesday, April 11, 2006
You have my deepest and sincerest sympathy. Life has some very sad moments that seem to last a long time. We have wonderful memories to help us heal. May God Bless You All Jamie
Bruce & Peggy (McSpadden) Kelley
Tuesday, April 11, 2006
So sorry to hear about Thurman. He will be missed by all of Batesville.
Bruce & Peggy (McSpadden) Kelley
Tuesday, April 11, 2006
We are so sorry about your dad. As much as he loved to hunt, I think this was how he would have chosen to go.
Jeannie Talburt Kowis
Monday, April 10, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Gene and Bettye Talburt
Don
Monday, April 10, 2006
Batesville has lost a good citizen. He shall be missed. I fell today and will not be able to attend his funeral.
Ed Haas
Monday, April 10, 2006
Sue, J.T. and family, Thurman was always so nice to me. Saturday morning we saw each other at Hardy's just before heading out for the first day of Turkey Season. We always joked together and laughed. He liked to tease me about hunting. He will be deeply missed in this community and in the Outdoor Brotherhood. Ed Haas Outdoors
Larry Allgood
Monday, April 10, 2006
I was saddened to learn of Thurman's passing. Growing up in Batesville, I knew both Thurman, Herbert and many of the families members. I often was in the store when I lived in Batesville. He will be missed (as are his brothers and sister) by all that knew him. May God bless and comfort Sue, the girls and my old friend, JT, during this time of sorrow.
Will Carlile
Monday, April 10, 2006
JT, Woody, and family sorry for your loss
Will Carlile
Monday, April 10, 2006
JT, Woody, and family sorry for your loss
Mordecai Scott Marlin
Monday, April 10, 2006
JT & Kitty, sorry for your loss.
Mordecai Scott Marlin
Monday, April 10, 2006
JT & Kitty, sorry for your loss.
Jeff Zelasko
Monday, April 10, 2006
Sorry for your loss.
Carl and Lawanda Berry
Monday, April 10, 2006
Sue and family, I was saddened to learn of Thurman's passing. He and all his brothers were like family to me as we were from the same area. I graduated high school with Clyde. You have my deepest sympathy. May God bless and comfort you in your loss. Love, Lawanda
Ronnie Brogdon
Monday, April 10, 2006
Thurman was a good man and a good friend. I have been gone from Batesville since 1970, but I have seen Thurman in recent years when he attended ballgames at Highland watching grandsons play ball. Please pass my condolence to the entire family. Thank you, Ronnie
bill and janis walmsley
Monday, April 10, 2006
we were so sorry to hear about the death of your father. we will be in lexington until wednesday and so will miss the service. you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Rebecca Starks
Monday, April 10, 2006
Our thoughts are with you. Love you
Greg Golden
Monday, April 10, 2006
Mrs. Skinner and the entire Skinner clan, My sincere condolences upon the passing of Mr. Skinner. His close friendship with my Dad, and the fine example that both he and Herbert set for me during my formative years, will always be remembered.