Mary Lou Skidmore
December 8, 1926 ~ May 30, 2015
Mary Lou (Vuchetich) Skidmore age 88 a resident of Southview Ln. Philippi passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2015 in Talbott Personal Care Home. She was born December 8, 1926 in Ashland, WI a daughter of the late John and Myrtle (Timblin) Vuchetich. She was united in marriage September 20, 1946 to Paul Edward Skidmore who preceded her in death January 30, 2001. Surviving are children,
Paul Michael Skidmore, Las Vegas, NV
Kathi McBee and husband Mike, Philippi
Kenneth David Skidmore and wife Suzanne, Pittsburgh
John Christopher Skidmore and wife Amy of Belington
11 grandchildren; Lesli Tustin, Traci Hoffman and husband Jason, Brett Skidmore, Abby Skidmore, Sean Skidmore, Erin Skidmore, Zach Skidmore, Megan Skidmore, Morgan Skidmore, Connor Skidmore and Arawyn Skidmore
Three great-grandchildren, Bryanne and Nicholas Tustin and Mallori Hoffman.
One step-great-granddaughter, Mykal Hoffman
Mrs. Skidmore was preceded in death by three sisters; Beryl Jones, Shirley Tutalo and Phyllis Lacare.
Mrs. Skidmore was a homemaker and owner/operator of the first Sears Catalog Store in Philippi; she also worked as a secretary for Alderson-Broaddus College, Barbour County Health Department and North Central Community Action.
She enjoyed gardening, music, dancing, traveling and was an avid bowler.
She was a member of Crim United Methodist Church.
Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Monday, June 1, 2015 from 6-8 pm and on Tuesday, June 2 from 8am-1 pm the service hour with Rev. Dr. Dan Unger officiating. Interment will follow in Mary’s Chapel Cemetery.
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I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. Mary Lou was a good lady. I bowled on a league with her for several years and we had so much fun. No one ever replaces your Mom so hold her memories close to your heart.
Mary Lou, you will be sorely missed. What a spunky lady! I was so pleased to be a small part of your life these last years! Have a wonderful family reunion in the hereafter! See you later. LOL. 🙂
She was one of a kind! Very sweet and funn. She and I had the best times in Vegas visiting the boys. She would always fine things to laugh about. Great woman glad I got to see her a couple months ago a.
Please accept my sincere sympathy in the death of your mother. She was a beautiful person inside and out and was a good friend of my parents.
Kathy, just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God wrap his arms around each one to give them peace and comfort. Hold those precious memories close to help you during this most difficult time.
Heartfelt condolences to her children. I know what it means to loose your Mother and it is not an easy time. Be comforted in knowing she was here for 88 years. You will have lots of memories to treasure
Kathi & Family
We send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Cherish the memories and anticipate the reunion. What a day that will be!
I only got to know Mary Lou through my brother Paul Vuchetich and cousin Mary Vuchetich Smith. So sad to lose one of the extended family members. My prayers are with the family.
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother and friend of my family. Great memories of great people are the best way to remember all the good times. I can't make it to the visitation Tuesday but will be thinking about you folks. God bless you today and always. Bill[y]
Kathi, Mike & family–I was very saddened to hear of your mother's passing. May God bless you and support you in your time of need.
Praying for each of you as you take this journey.
It's so hard to lose a mother.
You're be in our prayers.
So sorry for your loss. I bowled with your Mom many years ago! She was so much fun ad did love bowling! You and your family are in my prayers.
Kathy I was on vacation with David and our kids and grandchildren when I found out about your mother ….so so sorry for you …Dorcas and I can sure understand your pain and relief ! She's in a better country !
Kathy I was on vacation with David and our kids and grandchildren when I found out about your mother ….so so sorry for you …Dorcas and I can sure how one can cry but be glad they are no longer suffering and in a better place !