James Skinner, 59, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away May 8, 2014 at his home. Celebration of life will be Monday, May 12th from 6-8 pm at White Chapel Funeral Home. James was born May 9, 1954 in Chicago, IL. He was preceded in death by his father and brother. He is survived by his sons, Nathan (Julie) Duncan, Damien Duncan, Alexander (Briana) Skinner, Travis (Dominique) Skinner; mother, Eileen Skinner; brothers, Ed and Thom Skinner; grandchildren, Eva, Brock, Jason, Cameron.