Marilyn Jean Skaggs

Marilyn Jean Skaggs (nee Schmidt), 91 of St. Louis, was born April 21, 1933 in Kansas City, Missouri to Harry and Katherine (nee Hammann) Schmidt and entered into rest on July 24, 2024. Marilyn is preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Katherine (nee Hammann) Schmidt and her sister, Flora Warfield. Marilyn is survived by her husband of 68 years, Thomas Skaggs, as well as her three daughters, Karen (Jim) Grillo, Lynda (Rod) Kniepmann, Cynthia (Thomas) Becker, her four grandchildren Allyson (Luke) Dillon, John Grillo and (Jess Breen), Ryan Kniepmann and (Jenny Pierce), Andrew (Paige) Kniepmann and her great grandson Nicholas Dillon. Marilyn was a loving wife, devoted mother, doting grandmother, and great-grandmother, beloved aunt, sister, and friend to many. This love and devotion were one of Marilyn’s greatest achievements in her wonderful life. Marilyn grew up enjoying numerous family fishing trips to Minnesota. Throughout her life, she maintained a love for the outdoors, relishing international trips, cruises, and domestic travels with her family and her husband, Tom. Marilyn's passions included listening to symphonic music, playing Bridge and Pinochle, bowling with her mom and sister Flo (forming the Alley Cats), gardening, sports, and reading. She was also a wonderful homemaker, a phenomenal baker, and an exceptional cook for her family. She was a dedicated member of the Philanthropic Educational Organization (P.E.O.), a Sisterhood committed to celebrating, supporting, and motivating women to advance through education. Marilyn was a proud member for 59 years, embodying the organization's mission throughout her life. Her warmth, dedication, and love will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 8, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at CHAPEL HILL MORTUARY, 10301 Big Bend Road, Kirkwood, Missouri 63122. Funeral Ceremony will be held on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at Chapel Hill Mortuary in Kirkwood, Missouri. Interment will immediately follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Kirkwood, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made on behalf of Marilyn Skaggs to Cottey College, cottey.edu/give/giving-opportunities/. Family and friends can review and share stories, photos and condolences online at www.stlfuneral.com and follow details of this event and others in the community at www.facebook.com/stlchapelhill.

Marilyn Jean Skaggs

April 21, 1933 - July 24, 2024