John S. Skaggs

John Skaggs Obituary

It is with great sadness that the family of John S. Skaggs announces his passing on July 8, 2018 at the young age of 63. John is remembered as a son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend to many. John was a long-time teacher and took pride in teaching with the Twin Rivers School District in Northern California. His favorite subject was history. John enjoyed the great outdoors. During summer school breaks, as an employee, he would work in National State Parks; Denali, Yellowstone, and Grand Canyon to name a few. He retired from teaching in 2010. John was adventurous and loved to travel. He has traveled to many different countries in the last 40 years; the most recent being Australia which he explored for two months. He enjoyed bicycling, gardening, hiking, and so much more. John is survived by his sister Rebecca Donnachie and niece, Jessica. John's family will remember him as a good man, best brother ever, and a great uncle! To many, John will be remembered by his kind and gentle soul, his sense of humor, and a hard worker always willing to lend a helping hand. Per John's wishes there will be no service. Donations may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association, 912 Killian Hill Road, S.W., Lilburn, GA 30047 or www.lbda.org/donate.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee from Aug. 12 to Aug. 13, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for John Skaggs

7 Entries

Janet Schafer-Edwards

August 29, 2018

I taught with John for many years, both at Woodlake Elementary and at Strauch. We grew old together, teaching children in North Sacramento. I loved it when John taught 5th grade and I would get his students as 6th graders. They knew how to write complete sentence answers, and they answered my questions with a sentence rather than just a yes, no, or a scrunched shoulder. When John joined me in 6th grade, he was a tremendous partner. He was always calm and positive. I can honestly say I enjoyed our years together. He made a sometimes difficult job a pleasure. I still get a smile on my face when I think about the zebra-print "Hammer pants" he used to wear; and the molasses at lunch. John enriched the lives of many students and many adults. May his memory live in our hearts forever.

Gene Rhoads

August 25, 2018

I knew John back in the 70s. My father owned a gas station on Howe and El Camino. John and his friends would come in to visit one of Dad's employees named Dan. I got to know him though Dan and the rest of the gang too..Don, Vern, Lisa, and various other characters....a real nice bunch of folks. John was soft spoken, kind and pretty darn funny. My condolences to his sister Becky and the family.

Joyce Johnson

August 14, 2018

I worked with John in his classroom when computers were first introduced. John was always so sweet and accommodating. He was a joy to work with. I felt I got to know him better through my daughter Melissa. She worked with him at Strauch and she and her husband became fast friends, doing activities outside of school. She would have been so sad. Life takes such strange turns. Missing John.

Beth Marengo

August 14, 2018

John was a true friend full of adventure who lived a non-materialistic, healthy lifestyle. I will miss his keen sense of humor, contagious laughter and gentle nature. John will be remembered for his positive outlook on life.

Robert Whittaker

August 14, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with John and he was a great guy and will forever be missed,

Anne Rice

August 12, 2018

I'm so saddened to hear of John's death. I met John and some of his friends as a teenager at Howe Avenue Park at the swimming pool! I haven't heard from him in years but thought of him often
He was full of life, loved adventure, tall, extremely handsome, so very funny, kind, thoughtful, helping hand, and the most amazing smile ever! I was able to visit him one summer when he was working at Yellowstone. I still have the pictures from that trip. He was my first real crush and I remember our kissing adventures. He will be remembered by so many people. I'm sending love and prayers to his family and friends. P S small word, grew up by his relatives, the Haddix family.
Love you always John Skaggs,
Anne Rice

Gary Haddix

August 12, 2018

Our deepest condolences. It's so sad that he passed away so young. I have found memories of John at Howe Avenue Pool. This is your cousin Gary (Nora's son). Give me a call at 916-838-5485 if you would like to chat. Prayers and Hugs.

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