"Mel and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With sympathy, Emily Auth"
In loving memory of
Debbie Skadson
January 21, 1956 - May 28, 2019
Debbie Skadson, 63, of Houston, MN died on Tuesday, May 28, 2019. Debbie was born in La Crosse, WI on January 21,1956, to Donald and Irene (Senn) Vix. She was raised in Houston, MN and graduated from Houston High School in 1974. She married Jim Skadson in 1975, and they later divorced. Debbie attended vocational school and then worked at Winnebago Software in Caledonia. Due to health issues, she became disabled and was no longer able to work. Debbie faced many adversities in her life, emotionally and physically, and she was so resilient through it all.
On November 14, 2007 Debbie was united in marriage with Michael Robotti in Caledonia, MN. Mike died in 2008.
Debbie was a member of Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Houston. She enjoyed collecting Rooster ceramics, playing Euchre, Solitaire, and Bingo, and watching Family Feud on the Game Show Network. Debbie especially enjoyed spending time with her grandson, family, friends, and her dog, Rusty.
Debbie is survived by her mother, Irene Vix of Houston; daughter, Melissa Skadson of Houston, son, David Skadson and his son Cy of Kasson, MN; siblings: Kathy (Danny) Todd, of Houston, Linda (John) Toon, of Ocala, FL; nieces, Amanda (Theo) Blaney, Tonya Toon, and Jessica (Brian) Coker; and by her great niece, Harper, great nephew, August, and extended family, Jerry, Jeanne, Lizzy, and Gabe Tippery.
She was preceded in death by her father, Donald and husband, Mike.
The funeral service for Debbie will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Houston with Reverend Linda McPeak officiating. A time of visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service at the church on Saturday. Burial will be in Money Creek Cemetery.
Please sign Debbie's guestbook and view the memorial video at www.hofffuneral.com when it becomes available.
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"Irene, Condolences to you and your family. We didn't know Debbie very well, but do know we are thinking of you and wish you to stay strong and well. We are all aging with you and protesting it all the way. Take care. Russel and Eleanor Senn's kids, Peg and Richard Senn."
"I am so sorry that I cannot make it to the funeral for Debbie. My son is visiting from Texas for a short weekend. Debbie was a very good friend to me and I will miss her terribly. My thoughts and praryers to all family and other friends. I will miss her terribly. My sympathy to all. Raychel Wacker"
"So sorry to hear that Debbie has passed away. I volunteer at Springbrook and Debbie and I shared some fun times. She always was sincere and appreciative. Many thoughts and prayers for the family. Carole A. Gehrig"
"Dave, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. She raised a wonderful son in you. May her memory be Eternal! "
"Irene, I'm so sorry for your loss. Blessings to you all. Linda Danielson"
"Our Aunt Debbie will forever be missed! She was so tough and always tried to find the humor in things even through all the trying obstacles she faced. My most favorite memories are spending family time together and sitting around Grandmas dining room table playing cards, those times were filled with so much love and laughter. She was truly one of a kind and heaven sure is lucky to have her! Aunt Debbie, I?m sure Grandpa was so happy to see you again! Tell him we love and miss him and I know you are both looking over us all. We love and miss you so much. Love, Tonya and Harper Toon"
"Our Aunt Debbie will forever be missed! She was so tough and always tried to find the humor in things even through all the trying obstacles she faced. My most favorite memories are spending family time together and sitting around Grandmas dining room table playing cards, those times were filled with so much love and laughter. She was truly one of a kind and heaven sure is lucky to have her! Aunt Debbie, I?m sure Grandpa was so happy to see you again! Tell him we love and miss him and I know you are both looking over us all. We love and miss you so much. Love, Tonya and Harper Toon"
"Although I never had the honor of meeting Debbie, her daughter is a testament to what a wonderful women she was. I am so sorry for your loss Mel. "
"Our Aunt Debbie will forever be missed! She was so tough and always tried to find the humor in things even through all the trying obstacles she faced. My most favorite memories will be spending family time together and sitting around Grandma?s table playing cards, those times were filled with so much love and laughter. She was truly one of a kind and heaven sure is lucky to have her. We love and miss you more than you know Aunt Debbie! Shine bright in heaven and I know you are looking over us all. Love, Tonya and Harper Toon"
"Mel, im so sorry to hear about your moms passing. As you know, no words could ever describe the pain of such a loss, but speaking from experience I have to say prayers, family/friends, and memories do wonders on celebrating their life shared! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. -Amanda (Mandee) Fredricksen "