James "Jim" Skelton, Jr.

James "Jim" A. Skelton Jr., of Hereford, PA, passed away on January 18, 2026, at the age of 89. Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, Jim was the son of the late James and Mary (Williams) Skelton, Sr.

Jim attended Muhlenberg College, The Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia for a Bachelor of Divinity, and Kutztown State College where he earned his Master of Education. He was employed as a School Psychologist for the Berks County Intermediate Unit where he positively impacted countless students and their families.

His love for learning extended beyond the classroom; he led spirituality classes at Cedar Crest College for Retired Individuals, and hosted his own Book Group always seeking to uplift others by sharing the wisdom he acquired. A lifelong seeker of knowledge, Jim had a passion for research, especially in matters of holistic health and spirituality. He utilized his remarkable intellect to foster connections with those around him, eager to share any insights that could benefit others.

Jim loved playing tennis, and enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening, and sharing them with family and friends. He was also a creative landscaper, creating pleasing focal spots to sit and enjoy the various gardens on his property. Birds were drawn to his property for the multiple feeders and houses that he built for them. His favorite...the bluebirds.

Listening to classical music and live choral venues was a favorite pastime, and he would often volunteer as usher at Bach at Noon in Bethlehem, and other local concerts. Summer evenings you could find Jim at West Park listening to the Allentown band. 

Jim will be deeply missed by his three children, Rebecca Skelton, Lisa (Skelton) Boyer, Andrew Skelton and wife, Jessica; two grandchildren, Garrett Boyer and Marleigh Skelton; his beautiful  sister Doris Gedon; nieces, Lori Gedon (husband Mark), Leslie (Gedon) Knowles (husband Kurt), and nephew Carl Gedon (wife Tricia), along with all of their children; Austin, Morgan, and Bennett Knowles, and Spencer and Carson Gedon, whom he enjoyed spending holidays with. He will be remembered fondly by his beloved cousins with whom he spent a lot of time growing up. 

Jim was a good Father providing his children with opportunities to become strong, creative, and resilient individuals. .........thank you Dad.

Services will private at this time...