John Skidmore's obituary , Passed away on January 13, 2026 in Arlington, Texas

John Skidmore

June 18, 1927 - January 13, 2026 (98 years old)

Arlington, Texas

John Skidmore's obituary , Passed away on January 13, 2026 in Arlington, Texas

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John Skidmore

June 18, 1927 - January 13, 2026 (98 years old)

Arlington, Texas

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John Skidmore Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on January 13, 2026, at the age of 98, John Skidmore (Arlington, Texas), born in Grapeland, Texas passed away. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Skidmore to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Arwine Hickey Skidmore and Cora Bell Skidmore; his sisters, Gwendolyn Skidmore Walton and Ouita Skidmore O'Dell; his son Steven Clayton Skidmore; his former wife Jean Mason Skidmore; and his grandson Jacob Clayton Skidmore.

He is survived by: his daughter Susan Skidmore; his grandchildren, Bradley Skidmore, Ryan Skidmore and Amanda Delarosa; his great grandchildren, Adriana, Brenna, Kylie, Ty, John, Evan and Maryela; and his great great grandchild Amari.

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January 19, 2026

Scott, Pamela & Leah Lawson, Isaiah & Lauran Kinard, Chad & LeAnn Falksen sent flowers

“In loving memory of John Skidmore, Sharing in your sorrow. With love and friendship.”


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Jan 21

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Wade Chapel
4140 W Pioneer Pkwy, Arlington, TX 76013

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Jan 22

Funeral service

First United Methodist Church
313 N Center St, Arlington, TX 76011

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Jan 22

Graveside service

Parkdale Cemetery
701 S Mary St, Arlington, TX 76010

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