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Ross Skaggs Obituary
ADA -- Ross William Skaggs, 69, passed away peacefully into Glory at 9:37 a.m. on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at his home in Ada.
Ross was born on November 20, 1954, in Circleville, Ohio, to George and Virginia (Dobbs) Skaggs. On March 30, 1992, he married Mickaleen "Mickki" Louise (Kissling) Skaggs, who survives in Ada.
Ross was an Occupational Safety Consultant in both the Lima area and internationally. He started his career on the BP Safety Team as an Industrial Fire Fighter and Trainer. Ross was a Godly man his entire life, always putting his relationship with Jesus first. He was a member of CrossPoint Community Church, where he was a Youth Mentor, Adult Sunday School Teacher, Worship Team Leader, Elder, and Prayer Warrior with many.
Ross had many hobbies. He was an avid hunter and marksman all of his life, as well as a musician, custom knifemaker, and blacksmith. After his heart transplant in 2009 he began singing and playing the guitar for donations to LifeLine of Ohio. He was known in this area as "The Tin Man"…He needed a heart, and God provided. Ross was a faithful and loving husband to his wife, Mickki, and an amazing father to Susie, Mark, and Rachel.
Along with his wife, he is survived by his stepson, Mark Alan Wildman; stepdaughter, Dr. Rachel (Brandon)Wildman-Dellos; granddaughters, Anna and Eleanora Dellos; brother-in-law, Ralph (Marcia) Howe; and nephew, Trevor (Jamie) Howe; lifelong best friend and weekly lunch buddy, George (Shirley) Wolf and family; close friend, who was like a big brother, Dr. Anthony (Barbara) Denisco and family; and fellow Road Warriors.
He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Susan Skaggs; and sister, Ann Howe.
The family will receive friends for a viewing from 2 – 8 p.m. on Monday, January 8, 2024, at Chamberlain-Huckeriede Funeral Home, Lima, Ohio. A memorial service will begin at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, with visitation one hour prior to service, at CrossPoint Community Church, Lima, Ohio. Pastor Nick Veon will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to CrossPoint Community Church, The Equestrian Therapy Program (Fassett Farm), or LifeLine of Ohio.
Arrangements handled by Chamberlain-Huckeriede Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed at www.chamberlainhuckeriede.com.
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Dwain Schroeder
January 10, 2024
My condolences. I worked with Ross at the Lima Refinery and always appreciated his good will and humor. He was a special man.
Dwain Schroeder
Rod Kennedy
January 9, 2024
I worked with Ross many years at Lima Refinery. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My prayers for him and his family.
William Wong
January 9, 2024
A gem of a human being, now in a better and beautiful place. A compassion, loyalty and kindness that Ross brought to everyone will be missed.
Randee Henson
January 9, 2024
Ross was just a great person who was always willing to help others. He also had a very fun sense of humor. Sympathies to all his family and friends. Prayers for comfort to all
Terry Hites
January 8, 2024
Ross was such a gentle giant! I loved all the Tuesday morning prayer meetings at CrossPoint on Main St. I loved his punnyness! He was such a trebilemaker! This man will definitely be missed! Love ya Ross!
Mary
January 7, 2024
I´m so sorry to see Ross has passed away. He was such a great guy. We shared a friendship decades ago but I have always remembered him fondly. I´m sure Susie is so happy to be with her daddy again. My condolences to his wife, children and grandchildren.
Jim Brooks
January 7, 2024
Very sorry to hear about the passing of Ross. Prayers for the family. Worked with Ross for many years he was a true gentleman and a very good man.
Daniel Neu
January 6, 2024
Our sincere condolences to the family. We followed Ross´ encouraging messages on Facebook for years. I worked with Ross for years also have a walking stick he made for me while working together at the Refinery. Ross was a good guy. - Dan Neu
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