Barbara Ann “Bobbie” Skinner, 94, of Frankfort, Ind., passed away June 26, 2024 at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette. She was born on December 14, 1929 in Gary, Indiana to William “Bill” and Bertha (Sturgis) Shannon. She married Roger C. Skinner in 1962 and he preceded her in death in 1997.
Barbara was a 1947 graduate of Frankfort High School and worked for Mallory Controls in Frankfort for 18 years. She attended St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Frankfort. Bobbie enjoyed many Indianapolis 500 races over the years. She loved traveling and cooking and will be remembered for her wonderful fried potatoes among other dishes, but her greatest joy was caring for and being around her grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made in Barbara’s honor to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 2029 South State Road 39, Frankfort, IN 46041.
Visitation and Services
A Private Family Graveside Service will be held in Green Lawn Cemetery, Frankfort. Archer-Weston Funeral & Cremation Center, 501 East Clinton Street, Frankfort is honored to assist the Skinner family.
Survived by:
Surviving are her Sons: John R. (Nancy) Sullivan of Warsaw, IN, James R. (Joyce) Skinner of Frankfort, IN, and Joseph R. Skinner (Ruth Ann Mitchell) of North Port, FL and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, along with many extended family and friends.
Preceded by:
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, infant brother: Richard Eugene Shannon, and sister: Velma Martin.
So sorry to hear about your mother. Prayers and hugs to you John and your family
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Facebook Twitter GoogleJIM & JOHN – I’m sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. You get only one mother. Please know I’m thinking of you guys.
DAVE RODKEY
June 28, 2024
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Facebook Twitter GoogleJim, Joyce and Jayden
We are thinking of you.
Gene and Deb
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Facebook Twitter GoogleDear Jim and Joe. I am sorry for the loss of your mother. I remember that she drove Joe all the way across town so Joe could be in my first grade class at Woodside. She made many trips back and forth. I also remember her bringing you, Joe, to my house so we could work together some evenings. I especially remember one evening when you were leaving and my mother came home after grocery shopping. She was driving that little car (the Volkswagon Beetle) and lifted up the hood to get the groceries. You were so surprised to see the groceries and not the motor. You said, “What happened to the motor?” Joe, it was so cute!!!!!
I liked your mom!!!
Sincerely,
Vicki Griggs
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Facebook Twitter GoogleHeartfelt sympathy to your family. Your mom was so kind and such a sweet friend to my mom (high school friend Lois Fishback). I know the pain is unbearable but you are all in my prayers.
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