Ronald D. Skow
November 1, 1939 ~ April 15, 2007
Ronald Dean Skow 67, of Mechanicsville, died unexpectedly Sunday April 15, 2007. Services 10:00 a.m., Friday at Morgan Funeral and Cremation Choices Mount Vernon Chapel with Masonic services. Friends may call 4:00 until 8:00 p.m., Thursday at the Chapel. Burial 2:00 p.m. Saturday at Rosehill Cemetery with military rites. Surviving Ron are his wife Marilyn of forty-six years; three sons: Ronald (Denise) of Green Bay, Wisconsin, John (Karen) of Atkins, and David (Rafael) of Westport, Connecticut; eight grandchildren: Ronnie, Molly, Wes, Olvia, Emily, Kristen, Jordan and Jason; one sister Cynthia (Frank) Kraus of Dubuque; a brother Jim (Sheila) Skow of Cedar Rapids; a brother-in-law Don (Audrey) West of Little Falls, Minnesota; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Also surviving are his dogs, "babies," Suki and Muffi. Ron was born November 1, 1939 at Clinton, the son of Hillary and Delores Voss Skow. He graduated from Lisbon High School in 1957. Ron joined the Air National Guard serving six years, and was a member of the American Legion Busch-Dennis Post #309. Ron married Marilyn West on April 30, 1960 at Mechanicsville. He worked at the Lisbon Creamery and became a licensed butter maker. Ron worked thirty four years for the United State Postal Service retiring in 2000. He volunteered his time as a leader of Boy Scout Troop #160, and helped with Little League. Ron was a member of the Mechanicsville Fire Department and was an EMT for the Ambulance Service. He was a member of the Freemont Masonic Lodge #616 of Stanwood and served as Secretary for many years. Ron was an active member of the Mechanicsville United Methodist Church. Ron loved being at home whether it was gardening, working in his yard, and taking the grandchildren for rides on the mower. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and traveling. Ron was an avid collector and sold antiques at Czech Village Antiques. He was a history buff and was fascinated with anything related to the railroad. "Ron loved life, and made the most of it!" In lieu of flowers and plants, a memorial fund in Ron's honor has been established. On-line condolences: www.morganfuneralchoices.com
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Dear Marilyn and family, I was so sorry to read about Ron in the Gazette. I know that you and the community will miss him deeply. With love and deepest sympathy, An old friend, Jean
Dear MARILYN & FAMILY: Carol and the LaMont Boys gave me the news of Ron’s Passing….I am returning from Arizona and Mexico [visiting the Campbell’s]…and add my condolences to those of my family. Ron was a great neighbor, friend and always a good, giving human being. He will long be well remembered and missed. May the lords blessiings and grace be with you all. STRAIGHT AHEAD. —-Hugh “Jerry” LaMont.
We at Czech Village Antiques are all very sorry for your loss. We will truely miss him at the shop. You have our sincere sympathies. Kathy & Scott Beck
We send our deepest sympathy to the entire family during this time. Sincerely, Mel, Mike, Cassie and Emily Machula
Please except our deepest sympathy on the unexpected passing of Ron.
Kathy Beck emailed us of Ron’s passing and we were shocked to hear the news. Even before he joined us at the Antique Mall, we knew him as a fellow collector at the 3rd Ave. substation. When you left for the south, he was so worried about carrying his load and having enough days built up and we teased him about how we would be gone to the Czech Republic and it wouldn’t matter. We plan to come back for a visit the end of May and we were looking forward to swapping stories of “retired life.” He will be greatly missed by so many because he touched so many lives. Although we are an ocean away Marilyn, please let us know if we can help. Pam and Ken Lewis
Dear Marilyn & family: Kay and I were sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. I can well remember you being neighbors of Dad’s and seeing and speaking with you and Ron when we visited home. In fact, I mentioned to Kay that I can recall when you and Ron were dating, that probably surprises you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Regards, Jim & Kay Butler
Dear Marilyn and family, We were shocked and saddened to read of Ron’s death. We have fond memories of the Skow family when we lived in Lisbon in the late 50’s – I as a teacher and Hank as a U of I student. Our son, Allen, was ringbearer at your wedding which was quite an experience for a shy little 3 year old. Delores was Allen’s babysitter. Please accept our sincere sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Hank and Karen Biere
I am so sorry to hear of your husbands passing. I have been out of the country since April14th and on returning was reading the paper and saw it. I let Rex know {he doesnt get the paper} and he was going to tell Jim tonite. We are sorry we could not attend the service. I know you both were so good when Gary passed. My thoughts are with you and all the families. Nancy Carter