SHORT NOTICE: CONFIRMED: George F. Skinner, Veteran, US Marine, Korea (204-25) 25 Oct 25
17501 Nacogdoches Rd
San Antonio, TX 78266
USA
“SHORT NOTICE”
US MARINE CORP. VETERAN – KOREAN WAR
The family of Mr. George F. Skinner, a US Marine Corps. Veteran, requests the presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard at the graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one. We are honored to accept this invitation.
George Franklin Skinner, age 89, of San Antonio, Texas passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025. George was born in Scott County, Kentucky, on July 6, 1936, to Frank and Lillie Mae Skinner (nee Wright).
George met the love of his life, Judy Fales, in 1955 in Coldwater, Michigan. They were married on September 23, 1956, in Coldwater. They welcomed four children, Michelle, Teresa, Chip, and Thomas.
George was a Korean War veteran and honorably served his country in the US Marines from 1953-1962. Upon leaving the Marines, George worked for the Davis Company while continuing his education in the heating and air conditioning trade. In 1972, he established Skinner Heating, Air Conditioning and Electric. George and Judy moved to San Antonio, Texas, in 1977, where he continued his work in the heating and air conditioning industry, and in 1991 founded Skinner Air Conditioning, Heating & Commercial Refrigeration. George retired in 2005.
Everyone who knew George knew how much he loved to bowl. Among his many achievements are a state championship, numerous individual honors and, at the age of 77, every bowler’s ultimate goal – a perfect game of 300. It was an activity he continued to enjoy every week until October 2025.
George relished his role as a husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He will always be remembered for his devotion to his wife, his love for his family, his strong moral character, and his ability to fix anything and everything. He was respected by everyone who knew him.
George was preceded in death by his parents, Lillie and Frank, brothers Carl and Charlie, and his sister, Mary.
He is survived by his wife Judy, children Michelle Johnson (Kurt), Teresa Brown (Mark), Chip Skinner (Susan), and Thomas Skinner (Linda), grandchildren, Sarah (Sean), Kristen (Gabriel), Devan (Juan), Kyle (Deborah), Corey, Lilly, and Katie (Stephen) and great-grandchildren Mikylie, Kayleigh, Riley, Pixie, Jett, Taylor, Hayleigh, and Brandon, and looked forward to the arrival of Cameron, due in December.
WEATHER: Hi 86 / Lo 66, 59 % Chance of Rain, 92 % Humidity, Wind: 8 mph SSE
REQUESTOR: Johnny Sandoval, Family SPOX
STAGING: 10:00 am, Saturday, October 25, 2025
Holy Cross Cemetery – Office
17501 Nacogdoches Road
San Antonio, Texas 78266
https://goo.gl/maps/nPgfS17sau82
BRIEFING: 10:15 am
KSU: 10:30 am (Semper Gumby)
INTERMENT: 11:00 am
Holy Cross Cemetery
17501 Nacogdoches Road
San Antonio, Texas 78266
https://goo.gl/maps/nPgfS17sau82
RC: Lisa “Fancy Pants” Menard
pgr.lisamenard@gmail.com
FC: Charles “Music Man” Jones
Cj083206@gmail.com
ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Iron horses if you can, cages are always welcome and appreciated and unless under special circumstances not allowed in processions. You do not have to have a motorcycle to participate in honoring our veterans.
2. Safety First: Please remember to properly hydrate (including the night before) before any outdoor activity and to dress appropriately. Do not hesitate to take a break at any time if you feel you need to get in the shade or get indoors and always ask for help at any time. Also please do not forget your sun screen.
3. Please remember that our mission is to stand tall and silent, and with honor and. NO TALKING, SMOKING, CHEWING OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS, OR CELL PHONE USE IN THE FLAG LINE!
***Safety Notice***
Before volunteering and/or attending any San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders missions we encourage you to review all safety information below. Included are some potential safety concerns to be aware of, however this does not include the full scope of all potential hazards. Anyone attending any San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders mission understands that they do so at their own risk. Neither the Patriot Guard Riders Organization nor its representatives are liable for any damages incurred on any PGR mission or event.
Funeral Processions/Escorts
EVERY RIDER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for their own safety at all times while riding in a funeral procession.
At NO TIME are any riders authorized to block any intersection or otherwise block or impede traffic laws in any way. Only Law Enforcement officials are authorized to block and/or impeded the lawful flow of traffic.
If you choose to fly a Flag on your bike you are SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for ensuring it is secured and not a danger to any other rider or traffic.
Warm Regards,
Bob “Pizza Man” Johnson
Asst. State Captain
Deputy State Captain
San Antonio Patriot Guard
Dignity, Honor, Respect
Cell: 562-413-2223
“We can’t all be heroes. Some of us get to stand on the curb and clap as they go by.”
Will Rogers