Donald M. Skaggs

Donald M. Skaggs, age 83, formerly of La Grande passed away on February 2, 2015 at his home in College Place, Washington with his wife Charlotte at his side.

Don was born at his Grandparents farm out of Winchester, Idaho in 1931 and then the family returned to the Grande Ronde Valley. He served in the United States Navy with the 7th fleet during the Korean conflict. When he was honorably discharged he returned to La Grande. Charlotte and Don met and were married in 1958.

Survivors include his wife Charlotte of College Place, Washington; daughter, LeeAnn Henderson of Kennewick, Washington; one granddaughter and eight great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilma and Everett Skaggs, two brothers, Arlie and Kenneth Skaggs and a sister, Sharron Waymire.

At Don's request there will be no formal service. If you would like to make a memoriam in his name please consider a contribution to the Cancer Society. Arrangements are entrusted to Daniels~Knopp Funeral, Cremation & Life Celebration Center.

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