Anna Jean Mahoney "Janie" Skaggs

Anna Skaggs Obituary

SKAGGS, ANNA JEAN "JANIE" MAHONEY, born August 23, 1930, passed away suddenly Thursday, February 14, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eva and Cline Mahoney; sister, Sylvia Blake; and niece, Pamela Collins. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Eugene Skaggs; beloved daughter, Gina (Hunts) Mercer; her grandchildren, Kevin Joseph Mercer and Kelly Anne Mercer, who loved her and will forever miss her; siblings, Velma "Snookie" Barnett, of Taylorsville, KY, Wilma Jo Simmons, of Madison, IN, Sue Price of Campbellsburg, KY, James Mahoney, of Campbellsburg, Marie "Recie" Burd, of Taylorsville, Wayne Mahoney of Hanover, IN and Linda Wolfe, of Campbellsburg; and a host of nieces and nephews. Janie was the very best wife, loving mom, doting grandmother, faithful sister and caring aunt. She loved her church family at Mt. Washington Christian Church. "My heart is broken, Mom, I will miss you forever." Visitation will be at Schmid Funeral Home, Mt. Washington, KY Sunday, from 2-8 p.m. Funeral will be at Schmid Funeral Home, Monday at 11 a.m., with burial at Highland Memory Gardens, Mt. Washington. Memorial donations may be made to her church.

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Published by Courier-Journal from Feb. 16 to Feb. 17, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Anna Skaggs

10 Entries

Betty (Lawson) Ruck

February 22, 2008

Gina,
I was a friend of your mom 50+ years ago. Remember when she and Gene were married. We both lived in West End. We both worked downtown and had lunch together many times. I moved to Georgia in 1984 and called Ann to tell her. In 1983 I had married the love of my life (late bloomer). Jack and I moved back to Lou 4 yrs ago to be near family and friends. I regret that I did not get in touch with Ann and Gene. I will remember your mom's red hair and big smile. Just a week before she died I thought about her and was going to call but put it off. In telephone converasations with her she would fill me in about you and was so proud of you. Give Gene my best and much sympathy to both of you and your family. Sorry I did not make it to the funeral home. God Bless.

Gina Mercer

February 21, 2008

Some of our favorite photos.

Matt Black

February 19, 2008

I am glad that I was able to see Ann and Eugene when I came to Kentuckey at the beginning of the month. I have always enjoyed their company and will miss Ann very much.

"Granny Skaggs" & "Granny Mercer", Together forever.

February 18, 2008

Ann Deatherage

February 17, 2008

So sorry of your loss. Our thoughts are with each of the family. Ann Deatherage and family

Chrissy Shoffner

February 17, 2008

Uncle Gene I am so very sorry for the sudden passing of Aunt Ann. We love you both very much and she will not be forgotten.... God Bless you Gene and keep strong knowing she is with God..

Sherrene Hardison Talbert

February 17, 2008

Truly, Mrs. Skaggs will be missed greatly by all that have been blessed to have had her in their lives.

It is so hard to say good bye, for now, as we hold on to the hope from God's Word (John 14:1), that says He has a prepared a place for us and He will come to take us home someday- We know we will meet again one day soon.

Oh I can see her now, she has already caught up with everyone that was waiting for her at the gate. Her smile has created another star in the sky.

She has left a part of her with each of us, and we hold her close in our hearts and hold to the great times we have had with her.

I have fun memories of Mrs. Skags, one of my best friends Mom's in High School, Gina. Mrs. Skaggs was always laughing, so caring, always wanting to know what was going on with you, as she truly cared about you. She had a big smile that lit up a room and you knew she was there with her bubbly personality.
I still hear her talking about Skipper the dog.

She didn't meet a stranger, you loved her from the moment you met her- you had to she took you in just like you were part of her family. How she loved her daughter and was so proud of her. I can only image the love she had for her grand children.

She and Gene had that once in a lifetime kind of relationship, they were perfectly picked for one other.

My prayers are that God would give Peace to your hearts and may the love of friends give you strength in the days ahead.

Love always and always,

Sherrene Hardison Talbert

John Bradley

February 16, 2008

Uncle Gene,
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Aunt Anne. May the Lord Bless and keep you always.

Marty

February 16, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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