James Joseph Skarbek's Obituary
James Joseph Skarbek, Esq, age 79 of Millsboro, DE, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2023, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes. He was born on July 2, 1944, in Philadelphia, PA, son of the late John and Rita Skarbek.
Mr. Skarbek earned his law degree from Villanova University and built a career as an attorney. He was a proud veteran of the US Army and also served his community as a firefighter. Mr. Skarbek was also a part of the brotherhood of Masons. Above all, he cherished time spent with those important to him. He was a loving and devoted husband, brother, uncle, and friend who was loved by many and will be genuinely missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Skarbek was preceded in death by his brother, John Skarbek. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, JeanMarie Skarbek; his brother, Robert Skarbek; his sisters: Rita DiCicco and Joan Marsico; and his nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at 11:00 AM, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE, where friends may visit beginning at 10:00 AM. Interment will take place at Dagsboro Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 500 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or the Brandywine Valley SPCA, Georgetown Campus, 22918 Dupont Boulevard, Georgetown, DE 19947.
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