Corporal Jack R. Skeels is an American hero. He served in the United States Army Air Force during World War II. He is one of a rapidly dwindling number of living WWII veterans. As a Radio Defense Medic, he served in the Atlantic-Pacific Theaters and earned numerous service medals.
Mr. Skeels was a humble man and rarely spoke about his experience, but his awards and medals tell the story: Victory Medal, Atlantic-Pacific Theater Ribbon, two Overseas Stripes, and Exceptional Conduct Medal. Mr. Skeels married his wife Lois in 1943 and she followed him to most of his postings during the war. After the war, Mr. Skeels first job was as a salesman with the Fuller Brush Company. He worked in sales for his entire adult life and ultimately became VP of Sales for Rapistan Conveyor Company.
When this American hero developed dementia late in life, Lois continued to care for him at home as long as possible. When the time came to move him into a memory care setting, they chose Juniper Village at Naples.
“One of my dear friends and neighbors had her husband at Juniper Village at Naples. She told me that the care he received was wonderful and that I should check it out. I visited Juniper Village at Naples and was impressed with what I saw and realized that I could let him go and know was he was safe and well cared for”, stated Lois Skeels.
One of the Juniper Village at Naples team members stated that Mr. Skeels is her best friend. To this day, he dazzles with his sparkling blue eyes and charming smile.
We are honored to be caring for this American hero.
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