Jesse Carl Skelton

Jesse Skelton, age 69, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle on Saturday, February 1, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and faith that touched everyone who knew him.

Jesse was married to Marilyn for 25 wonderful years, building a life full of love, support, and shared memories. Together, they created a strong foundation of family and friendship that will continue to live on in the hearts of all who loved him. Jesse was a talented carpenter and craftsman, known for creating beautiful and lasting works out of wood. His talents extended beyond his craft; Jesse was also the proud owner of JSC Construction Company, where he demonstrated not only skill, but also a passion for his work.

In addition to his many talents, Jesse had a joyful spirit and a gift for making people laugh. His sense of humor and ability to bring smiles to others made him a beloved figure among his family, friends, and community. Jesse also found great joy in playing the role of Santa Claus during the holidays, bringing joy to countless children and families each year.

Jesse was a man of faith who prayed with his nurses and witnessed to others, quietly yet steadfastly continuing to worship the Lord throughout his illness. Though reserved, he was always a light to those around him, sharing his love for God through his actions and words.

He may no longer walk among us, but his spirit, his creativity, and his love for his family will forever remain. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him, but his memory will live on in the hearts of those who were blessed to call him a friend, a husband, and a father.

Jesse is survived by his wife of 25 years, Marilyn Skelton; children, Jasen Skelton (Alisa), Judson Skelton (Jennifer), Chris McCrackin (Angie), Brian McCrackin (Samantha), Donna Tidmore (Rodger), Denise Crowley (Scott), and Diane Pounders (David); grandchildren, Maddie Skelton, Alex Skelton, Kenzlie Hill, Kelcee Skelton, Jaxson Skelton, Polly Kate McCrackin, Jake McCrackin, Danielle Knauf (Kris), Trey McCrackin, Macey Dyer, Dakota Dyer, Tristan Tidmore, Ty Tidmore, Sidney Owen, Parker Owen, Bailey Dupuis (CJ), and Nicholas Pounders (Lakelyn); 10 great-grandchildren; sisters, Betty Hughes, Barbara Ray (Fred), Bonnie Oswalt (Danny), Belinda Jones (Randall), and Benita Pater; brothers, Noah Skelton, Jr.; Joe Fred Skelton (Linda), and Jerry Skelton (Charlotte), and a host of other relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Noah and Ruby Skelton.

A celebration of Jesse’s life will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Northport Church of God, with visitation from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM with Bro. Phillip Campbell and Sister Leigh Ann Stewart officiating. Burial will follow at Cornelius Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery in Buhl, Alabama.

Serving as pallbearers are Alex Skelton, Trey McCrackin, Parker Owen, Nick Pounders, Ty Tidmore, Tristan Tidmore, CJ Dupuis, and Dakota Dyer.

The family would like to express special thanks to Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, AL., and Hospice of West Alabama in Tuscaloosa, AL..