James R. Skavlem

James “Jim” R. Skavlem, 70, of Hillsboro, ND died Thursday, December 24, 2015 in the Hillsboro Medical Center, Hillsboro, ND. James Richard Skavlem was born in Grand Forks, ND on April 20, 1945  the son of Selmer and Ethel (Hagen) Skavlem. He grew up and attended school in Grand Forks and graduated from Central High School in 1963. Jim worked as a self employed carpenter in the Grand Forks area.  Jim was an avid hunter enjoying hunting with his father and his brothers. Jim had a great sense of humor and enjoyed being with his family. Jim will be missed beyond measure by his family and friends. Jim is survived by son, Jesse Skavlem of Grand Forks; sisters, Mary Bachmeier, Susan Pedersen; brothers, Sheldon and Russell. He was preceded in death by his parents ; brother Dennis; sisters, Shirley Jean and Barbara Arlene (Lacrosse).