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Carol Ann Skinner

Carol Skinner Obituary

CAROL SKINNER passed away September 10, 2017 at San Juan Regional Medical Center in Farmington, NM. She was 71 and had recently been diagnosed with lung cancer.

Carol was born to June and Billy Sparks in Grand Junction, CO when their extended family grew fruit on the Western Slope. Later, Carol's family moved to Cortez, CO where her stepfather, Merle Hubbard, manufactured countertops. Carol raised her sons in Nevada and Alaska before returning to Cortez. For many years, she worked as a department manager for Wal-Mart.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Billie Diane Duncan, and her stepbrother Randy Hubbard. She is survived by her brothers, Larry Sparks of Cortez, and Roy Hubbard of Boise, ID; by her elder son, Brian Skinner, of Columbia, SC (granddaughters Brooke and Rachell); her younger son, Craig Skinner, of Cortez; by her former sister-in-law, Angel Hubbard, and former daughter-in-law, Libby Shields; (Carol never let a divorce end her friendship with anyone); by many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends; and by her dog Ozzie.

Carol's sons and other relatives kept by her side through her last, hard days and nights. At times, she laughed heartily and spoke candidly about her life. Surrounding her bed during her last hour, her family sang "Amazing Grace."

Carol delighted in flowers, trees and animals of all kinds. She loved being in nature and watching birds. She carried the stories of her family's homesteading years. Many of us depended on her keen common sense, her big heart, humor and Christmas Eve dinners. Carol was all about love. She will be forever in our hearts and loved; we will miss her dearly.

The family will plan a tribute to Carol at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in memory of Carol to The March of Dimes www.marchofdimes.org or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital www.stjude.org, or if you prefer a random act of kindness for someone.

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Published by The Journal on Sep. 12, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Carol Skinner

16 Entries

Leah Jackson

September 16, 2022

There's not a day that goes by that Carol is not in my thoughts. We had the best of times laughing ,talking serious stuff,just hanging out. It's hard to find a friend like she was. I wish I could pick up the phone and talk to her still. I miss you Carol.

suzanne Greenlee

September 17, 2017

Dearest Carol, met you when I first got to Cortez in a grief support group and loved you from the beginning. wonderful open hearted loving person. I hope you know how many people appreciated and cared for you. So glad I didn't see you that long ago at my house for tea. RIP DEAR LADY.

Doreen

September 16, 2017

Rip Carol ,you will be misssed,I'm so honnerd to have been your friend.

Lavena Snyder

September 16, 2017

I cant believe you are gone. You were and are my forever friend. Craig and Brian you are so blessed to have Carol as your mother. I will treasure the memories of our friendship. Love you to
The moon and back I will never stop missing you, you made my life richer..

Kim Bashford

September 15, 2017

Carol was a delight to work with. I will miss her humor, sense of fun, and the wonderful stories she shared about her family. I will miss you and treasure these memories always.

Autumn McPherson

September 15, 2017

I have a picture of Carol dressed as a member of Kiss for Halloween in one of my photo albums. She was awesome. Happy memories. I will miss her.

Kaylee Green

September 15, 2017

She was a light in my life when I needed it the most. She was always there to talk or give a hug. I worked with her at Walmart for years. She had the best smile and laugh. She will be so so missed. My prayers go out to the family and friends of this amazing woman.

Marie Swanner

September 15, 2017

To Sande and all of Carol"s family,

Carol was always a kick in the behind. Every time I visited with her I left with a happy joyful feeling. What a wonderful person she was and always so proud of her family. May our heavenly father wrap his arms around you during this difficult time.

September 15, 2017

Brian and Craig,
Sorry for your loss, your Mom was a wonderful person. We will always remember her as a nice and caring person.
Larry Dean Wright
Tina Kimmel
Jennifer Fitzgerald

carla Gustafson

September 14, 2017

Carol will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Kathy Butler

September 14, 2017

Carol was a ray of sunshine, laughter and happiness to everyone who came into her presence. You could not help feeling happy whe you were with Carol. You will be so missed by so many. Rest in peace sweet ladyGod bless you and thank you for the privilege of knowing you and being my friend❤

Suzanne Austin-Johnson

September 13, 2017

I want to extend my deepest condolences for your loss. She was so proud of her family. A beautiful, kind and joyful soul. A true friend who will be missed by many.

Gerry Sheets

September 13, 2017

Carol was a unique person,my laugh buddy,no one could make me laugh like her or laughed at my silly jokes like her.I am going to miss her terribly

September 13, 2017

To you boys stay strong your mom was a wonderful person and will be missed.

Lynn Hurst

September 13, 2017

Brian & Craig,
Your mom was such a unique person. She always made me smile when we had a chance to talk. Especially about our sisters or 3rd street. She will always be remembered with love, smiles, grace, and wonderful memories. May God bless you with peace and comfort.
Lynn

Leah Jackson

September 13, 2017

Carol was such a special friend to me. We always had the best of times together. Her wit,her heart,her friendship will be missed by not only me ,but many many friends and family.

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