Carol Skoog
January 21, 2015
Carol A. Skoog
Altoona
Carol A. Skoog, 78, was born June 4, 1936, to Andrew and Mae Paul in Newton, Iowa. She passed away at Valley View Village on Wednesday, January 21, 2015.
Carol grew up in Kellogg, Iowa, and lived in Altoona until moving to Valley View Village four years ago. She was a librarian for Altoona Public Library and retired as a teller from Altoona State Bank in 1986. Carol was a member of Altoona United Methodist Church and was a founding member of PEO Chapter MC. She loved to crochet and play bridge. Her greatest passion was her family and was always involved in her daughters’ activities.
Carol is survived by her loving husband, Bill; daughters, Pam (Dan) Cole and Barb (Rich) Ramos; granddaughter, Marissa Ramos; six brothers, Norman (Vivian) Paul, Dale Paul, Dennis (Sharon) Paul, James (Margaret) Paul, Curtis (Rosalee) Paul and Keith (Dorothy) Paul; as well as her sister, Helen (Earnest) Hoffa. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Doris (Ernest) Thorson and Phyllis Paul; and two brothers, Wayne (Phyllis) Paul and Eugene Paul.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2015, at Altoona United Methodist Church, 602 5th Avenue SW in Altoona, with burial to follow at Altoona Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at the church. A service of remembrance will be held at Valley View Village at a later date.
The family would like to extend a thank you to the staff at Valley View Village for their excellent care and compassion in assisted living and memory care.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family which will be given to Valley View Village at a later time in Carol’s memory.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Jean Evans
01/24/2015
Roger and I send our condolences to the Skoog family. I have fond memories of Carol as a neighbor and a bridge friend. May your memories sustain you in the future.
Debbie and Bill Houghton
01/24/2015
Dear Barb, Pam and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you.
Beth Mitchell
01/24/2015
Carol was a wonderful member of the P.E.O. chapter in Altoona and encouraged me in the Sisterhood. We also remember her work at the church while my husband was the pastor. A life well lived; would that we could all say the same about our own.
Keith Hammer
01/23/2015
I am so sorry for your loss there is never the right words to say in a time like this. Barb and Pam I only saw you once when you were in grade school but I always thought how lucky you were to have such a wonderful mom. Please send me some correspondence so I can pass it on to my mom. Her name is Mary Rohr. She wanted to be with you but because of advanced age doesn't travel so well. May god be with you in this time of need
john and maryann vedder
01/23/2015
Bill, Carol and I shared many laughs about the antics of you and John and the other poker boys. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers. We are sorry that we cannot be with you in person.
Lisa Lenz Casagrande
01/23/2015
Bill, Barb and Pam,
I am so sorry for your loss. I love your Mom so much. She was like a second Mom to me. She was always there when I needed her. She was a great girl scout leader. As I grew up, I got to work with her at the bank and she was a good friend. I'll always have fond memories of her and growing up with you guys. Love, Lisa
Carl and Judy Carlson
01/23/2015
Bill, you surely have our sympathy. May your faith and your memories be a source of comfort. (former owner of Carlson's Super Valu, Greenfield, IA)
Mary Beth Justice Overton
01/23/2015
Bill, Mom and dad so enjoyed having you as neighbors. You and Carol added a lot of sunshine to their lives. Now Carol can catch them up on all they've missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...
Jackie Hoggins
01/22/2015
Barb & Rich,
Our deepest sympathy and love to you and Barb's Dad and Sister. I know it has been challenging with your mom's disease, but she left a tremendous legacy of love and strength and compassion. Doesn't matter how old we are - we are who we are because of our parents. It is good to know that heaven just accepted another exceptional guardian angel. I am sure Bruce was there with a mai tai and his calming manner that only Bruce could offer. Keeping you all in our prayers and thoughts. Take Special Care. Love, Jackie & John
Jim Duffy
01/23/2015
Bill, I am very sorry to hear the news about Carol. During our 30 plus years working together I got to know her as a truly loving and giving women of Faith. Yes you will miss her but she is now Home where she belongs.
The treats she would bring to our old timers outings were out standing.
Mike Kemp
01/22/2015
Bill, Pam, Barb, and family,
You may not remember me, but I worked with your dad at Supervalu 30 years ago. He and your mom were always so kind to us while living in DSM and since. Colleen and I were sorry to hear of Carol's death. Knowing her, I'm confident she is now in God's arms. None the less, there are no words that we can say to ease the pain you all are experiencing. Please know that sorrow, is shared by very many folks that knew her.
God bless all of you.
Sandy Condon
01/22/2015
Barb & Rich, I'm so sorry for your loss. It doesn't matter how old we are--it's hard to lose our mother! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.