Terry Jo Skaggs, age 68, of Chalybeate, departed this life on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at Edmonson Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. The Edmonson County native was born on January 9, 1957 to the late Benton and Martha Nell Skaggs.
Terry Jo was a gentle soul whose reserved nature left a warm and lasting impression on everyone who knew her. She was saved as a young girl and became a member of Fairview United Baptist Church, where her faith continued to guide her throughout her life. For many years, she was an active part of the Edmonson County Saddle Club and the Edmonson County Lions Club, generously giving her time wherever it was needed—whether working the concession stand, greeting guests at the ticket booth, or lending a helping hand behind the scenes.
Terry Jo found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She loved singing and spending time with her friends at Brownsville Karaoke. She also poured her creativity into crocheting and baking, often sharing her handmade treasures and homemade treats with those she cared about. Above all, her greatest joy and deepest love was her family. They were the heart of her world and the source of her happiest moments.
She leaves to honor her memory, her sister and best friend, Corentha Cole (Jimmy) of Chalybeate; nieces and nephew, Miranda Thomas (Austin) of Chalybeate, Mallory Taylor (Matt) of Alvaton, and Tucker Cole (Hannah) of Chalybeate; great nieces and nephews, Sadie and Riley Thomas, Margot, Madaline and Malone Taylor, Myles and Noah Cole; dear aunt, Debbie Vaughn and cousins, Marty Burks (Bonita), Ricky Vaughn (Rhonda) and Chad Vaughn and several friends and neighbors who she dearly loved.
Graveside services and interment for Terry Jo Skaggs will be held at 2:30 PM, Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Fairview United Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 AM—2 PM, on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel. Memorial contributions can be made to Edmonson Health Activities Fund.
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