David Russell Skelton

Saturday, August 31, 2013

David Russell Skelton, 51, of North Caldwell, N.J., died on Friday, Aug. 23, 2013, at his home, surrounded by his family.

He was a graduate of the University of Arkansas School of Pharmacy and was the Director of Neurology Medical Science Liaisons in U.S. Medical Affairs for Biogen Idec. He previously served in Medical Affairs for Roche/Genetech in Nutley.

He leaves his loving wife Jann and his children, Hannah and William, of North Caldwell, N.J.

He was a kind and loving father and husband and deeply committed to his extended family and friends.

He was an avid golfer, a ready coach for his children's sports teams, and an active member of the Caldwell United Methodist Church.

Mr. Skelton was the son of the late John William and Mary Ellen Skelton of Blytheville. In addition to his wife and children, he is also survived by his sister, Cathy Huddleston, and brothers, Gary Skelton and Danny Skelton, all of Blytheville;

And by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by sister Jeanette Skelton.

Because of construction at Caldwell United Methodist Church, a funeral service of The Word was conducted on Monday, Aug. 26, at Notre Dame Church in North Caldwell, N.J. Interment was at Prospect Hill Cemetery in Caldwell.

Arrangements were by the Dancy Funeral Home in Caldwell.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Mr. Skelton's name to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network online at www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/davidskelton; or by mail at 1500 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 200, Manhattan Beach, Calif., 90266.