RUSSELLVILLE, AR: 
John Francis Skala, 74, of Russellville, AR passed away Sunday, May 15, 2016 at AR River Valley Hospice Home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Springfield, MA October 2, 1941, and was the son of the late Ralph and Elena (Olivieri) Skala. John was preceded in death by his wife, Eileen (Bilodeau) Skala as well as his sister, Jacqueline A. Supernor of Ludlow, MA. John leaves his former wife Regina Grenier of Southwick, MA, two daughters and son-in-law, Nicoll (Skala) Vincent and Michael of Westfield and Joanne (Skala) Jaskulski of Agawam and two grandchildren, Roderick W. and Evelyn O. Jaskulski. Additionally, he leaves three step-children, Michael Bolanis and Rhonda, Michele Turner, Matthew Bolanis and Angela. He also leaves many loving extended family members. John was a veteran of the United States Army. He enjoyed playing golf and was an avid sports fan, but mostly loved spending time with his family. Private services will be held. John will be forever in rest with his wife in Russellville, AR. Memorials may be made in his honor to the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org).
John F. Skala
1941 – 2016
