Kenneth Thomas Skaggs

Kenneth Thomas Skaggs, 94, of Boise, passed away Monday, March 26, 2012 at St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, Boise, after a short illness. Interment will be at Woodlawn in Bremerton, WA. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Boise. Cremation is under the direction of Shaffer-Jensen Memory Chapel, Payette. Condolences may be made to Kenny's family at www.shaffer-jensenchapel.com.

Kenny was born Dec. 13, 1917 to Charley and Eva (Huskinson) Skaggs in Dade County, MO. He started his life on the farm and worked locally driving a truck. In 1940, he moved to Bremerton, WA where he became a fireman for the city of Bremerton. He retired as Battalion Chief. He married Barbara Christine Duncan on Dec. 26, 1940 in Kansas City, MO. After retirement they enjoyed traveling, biking, fishing, and dancing. He was a member of the Baptist Church in Allyn, WA, and life member of the Grand Lodge of F. & A. M., Elks Lodge, and Firefighters Association. Kenny's wife, Tina and brother, Everett preceded him in death. Survivors include Orville Skaggs of Joplin, MO, Denzel Skaggs of Lamar, MO and numerous nieces and nephews. Thanks to the staff on Floor 5 for their excellent care Memorial Donations may be made to the American Heart Association or your favorite charity, c/o Shaffer-Jensen Memory Chapel, P.O. Box 730, Payette, ID 83661.
Life: Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave in a well preserved body. But rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out. Shouting, "HOLY SHIT" what a ride!