Rick Wayne Skillern

Rick Wayne Skillern went to be with his Heavenly Father on Friday October 7th, 2011 at the age of 58. He was born on December 5, 1952 in Hot Springs, AR to Elzie and Hollie Skillern. He married his loving wife, Katherine Gail Thomas, on September 4, 1992.

Rick loved most being actively involved with his children and wife, and also collecting Shell memorabilia, supporting his Razorbacks, riding his motorcycle, and giving others the pleasure of his photography.

He was an honor student at Hot Springs High School and attended Centenary College in Shreveport, LA. He was an Operations Supervisor for Shell Oil Company, a title that he worked hard to obtain through a distinguished career of 30+ Years. He was a member of Deer Park United Methodist Church.

Rick was a devoted loving husband, Daddy, and Paw Paw. Rick was preceded in death by his father Elzie Skillern, and infant son Brad Skillern. He is survived by his wife of 19 years Kathy, his stepson Quinten, son Derrick, daughter Alyssa, former wife Cheryl Rummings, and their daughters Tiffany and Brittany. He is survived also by his mother Hollie M. Bryant Skillern, his brothers Bruce, Steve, John, and their wives Linda, Jetta, and Sandi Skillern, as well as, his sister Breeanne, several nieces, nephews, cousins and his grandchildren Dalton, Trent, and Aidan Hodge.

He will be most remembered for the love he showed his family and friends. We are deeply saddened by his unexpected departure, but we know that he is with his Lord.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 11, 2011, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Grand View Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 12, 2011, at 2:00 p.m., at Deer Park United Methodist Church, 1300 E. 13th St., Deer Park, TX 77536 (281) 930-1300. Online memorial tributes may be placed at www.grandviewfunerals.com