Dick Skjod Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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Marvin Mirsky
February 18, 2006
Kathy,
Linda and I are greatly saddened by the passing of Dick. Our condolences to you and your daughter.
Stephanie Moeller
February 16, 2006
Kathy and Katie, We are sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Stephanie and Timothy
suzanne albrecht
February 15, 2006
Kathy and Katie,
My husband , Steve, and I are overwhelmed with sadness at the loss of Dick. Our hearts go out to you both.
I would like to tell you something of my experiences with Dick in the hopes that I can convey how generous he was with the people he worked with. Perhaps these memories can add to the good memories you have and help somehow. I know it will help me to write about Dick in the guest book
I have know Dick as his client for almost 30yrs. His sense of humor was such fun. It was such a pleasure to see him. He was more to me, of course, than a decorator. I liked him and cared about him.
I had lost track of him for a few years and got reconnected last summer. We were not friends as such, yet I cared very much that he seemed settled in a good way with you, Kathy, and was so proud of Katie. Katie, he spoke of you with pride of protectiveness. When I had the chance, I always asked how you were doing as I liked to see this happiness in him when he spoke of you.
Many of my friends were clients, as well. We wanted to share him because we valued his advice and came to rely on his practicality and good judgement. Early on, as young couples, he helped furnish our homes. He was not a hit with everyone, of course, and we still collapse in hysteria at the looks on the faces of the couple who got a cardboard model of a wave ceiling for their kitchen.
Recently, as we are "downsizing" we loved to have him over for a consult, and he just had the knack for getting things right. (the first time) With his permission I "gifted" a morning with Dick at a birthday party. The card read "Start your day with Dick Skjod.... " and it (he) was received with laughs and anticipation.
My new husband came to know Dick and value his advice over the last 6 months as he helped Steve plan out the remodeling of a home he owns, the one he lived in before we married a few years ago. Steve was so resistant to seeing a "decorator", thinking this was so Edina of me. I persisted, telling him, "But it's Dick!"
Well, after their first meeting it was like Dick was Steve's new best friend . They met at Steve's old house which Steve had been renting to young men, my son being one of them. Dick took one look and said, "Wait.... I forgot the dynamite in my trunk."
Dick mapped out a plan for the reno and has helped Steve get a handle on the project. They met at Home Depot. They met at Menards. My advice was subject to approval by a higher power. "I'll ask Dick", he would say. "No, Dick thinks it should be this way"
I will miss him tremendously. I have had this person in my life in a professional, yet personal , way for so many years. I am sitting at the desk he designed, in the room with the wallpaper he picked out, my kitchen has his chandelier and chairs, the family room his sofa, "ball"chairs, carpet and lamps. When my kids were born he helped with their rooms.
Now they are grown and gone, and he has given me good advice on reclaiming the rooms, with an eye towards getting this house ready for resale.
He told me where to get a kit for some kind of wall faux-something and he picked out the colors. I learned my kitchen was "tired" and sink fixtures can be "kitchen jewelry".
We sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Suzanne Albrecht and Steve Redding
Linda Carole
February 15, 2006
Kathy--Dick will truly be missed. I loved to see him feed the birds. He was certainly helpful to me when I moved in 3 years ago. He always had time to stop and talk. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughter.
Blessings--Linda Carole
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Tiger & Renee 14557 Hunters
February 14, 2006
Our condolences to Kathy. Dick will be greatly missed in eagles Landing.
Jerry and Jan Richardson
February 14, 2006
Kathy..so sorry to hear about Dick. We got to know him well during his walks around the neighborhood. Our condolences to you, his family and other friends.
Amy Weston
February 14, 2006
Our favorite Dick! No words can express how deeply you will be missed. Your laughter, humor & playfulness will forever live in the hearts of those who knew you.
Kathy, take some comfort in knowing you are in our thoughts and prayers during this tragic time.
With Deepest Sincere Sympathies,
Amy, Rebecca, Rachel, Jaime & Kerrie
(The girls at D&D Associates)
Terra
February 14, 2006
Aunt Kathy- I'm so sorry for your loss if there is anything I can do just let me know . Love you Terra
Jeff and Ann 14517 Hunters Ln
February 14, 2006
We are shocked and saddened by Dick's passing. He was a good guy and we loved to tease each other. I'm going to miss him.
Connie Erickson
February 14, 2006
All of Dick's friends at Ambiante feel a tremendous loss. We will miss his fabulous sense of humor and the wonderful laugh he always brought with him to the showroom. No words can express just how much he will be missed.
Jo NARDI
February 14, 2006
My husband and I want to send our condolcences. Dick will be missed!
jerry snell
February 14, 2006
My sympathy to the family,Dick was a great friend and neighbor.
Terra
February 14, 2006
Dick,you will be missed by so many people,Aunt kathy Iam so sorry for your loss if i can do anything for you let me know ,I love you
Heidi/Tony Lambertz
February 14, 2006
Kathy-
We are thinking of you!! Come across the street anytime, for anything!!
Love-
Heidi and Tony
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