Karol L. Skidmore
October 8, 1941 ~ December 27, 2008
Karol L. Skidmore, 67, of Weirton, passed away December 27, 2008, at the Weirton Medical Center. She was born October 8, 1941, in Steubenville, OH, the daughter of the late William and Edna Fetty Orth. Her daughter Karen Skidmore also preceded her in death.
Karol worked 12 years for National Steel Corp. as an upper management secretary. She was a member of the Salvation Army and volunteered countless hours to the Home League of the Church.
She is survived by her husband Carl D. Skidmore of Weirton; daughter Carla Skidmore of Weirton; grandson, Alex Skidmore; brother William Orth and his wife Christine of Marietta, GA; brothers and sister in law, Bob Skidmore and his wife Joyce, Dana Skidmore and his wife Marge, Ron Brady and his wife Patty, all of Weirton, and several nieces and nephews whom she dearly loved.
Visitation will be Tuesday, December 30, 2008, from 2-4 and 6-8PM, at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main St, Weirton, where services will be held Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at 11:00AM with Captain Ed Long officiating.
Interment will be at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Weirton, WV.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Salvation Army, 794 Cove Road, Weirton, WV 26062.
Carl,Carla, and Alex, I am so sorry for your loss. Karol was like a 2nd mom to me when I was growing up. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Carla, You and your family have my deepest sympathy.I will keep you all in my prayer’s. God Bless Linda Aceto.
Skidmore Family I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of Karol, your loved one and a dear friend. Through all the years I have known her, she was the most friendliest or happiest person I had ever known. I will always remember the great times we shared. Carl, Carla and Alex, you have our deepest sympathy, and may our heartfelt thoughts bring you comfort, and loving memories bring you peace.
Dear Skidmore family, Our sincerest condolences for your loss. Our Mother, Sandra, loved Karol as a dear friend. At our mother’s funeral just days ago, Karol kindly shared with me some wonderful memories she and Mom had over the years growing up. I’ll cherish those always. May God bless you and give you divine peace knowing Karol is resting in the Lord’s caring hands.
Carl,Carla, Joyce and Bob. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. When I think of Karol I can hear her laugh. We had many wonderful times together. She could always bring laughs when visiting the craft shows. We will miss her, she is in a better place cured of all ills and laughing.
Our sympathy and blessings to your family. Diane & Bill
Our deepest sympathy to everyone in the Skidmore family. We only knew Karol for a short time, but it was the best time we ever had. Lots of laughs and great conversation. Wish we had had more time.
Carla- I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Carl, Carla, and all who loved Karol, Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. Karol was truly one of the finest people I have ever had the pleasure to know; and it was a pleasure just to be around her. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Skidmore Family: I was truly sorry to hear of Karol’s passing. I have always considered her a very dear friend, with the best sense of humor in Weirton. God Bless all of you. Leanne Bowen
I was surprised to hear about Karol’s passing and am very sorry for your loss.
I was very sorry to hear of Karol’s passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Dana and Margie, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. You have my deepest sympathy and condolensces. Take care and God bless you. Jody
Dana and Margie, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. You have my deepest sympathy and condolensces. Take care and God bless you. Jody
Karl, Carla, Alex, Joyce and Bob. Karol will be missed by everyone who knew her. We will always remember her humor and how she made us laugh. I think she thought her mission in life was to make everyone feel better no matter what they were facing and we are sure that she continues to do so.