In loving memory of

John M. Skaggs
September 11, 1950 - March 11, 2023

JohnMichael Skaggs, 72, of Middletown, RI, died on March 11, 2023, in the Hope Health Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence. He was the husband of Diana (Campagna) Skaggs for 45 years.

Born in Fort Pierce, FL, on September 11, 1950, he was the son of the late William and Amanda (Adams) Skaggs.

JohnMichael served our nation in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War Era. Once he and Diana married, they spent much of their life together working side by side with adults who had developmental disabilities and youth who were emotionally disturbed. Once JohnMichael retired, he was able to attend to his other desires - that of history, storytelling and music. So, he became a tour guide with Destination North America and joined the Newport Round Table Writers group which resulted in an anthology titled 'Walls & Bridges'. His friend Mark Gorman and wife Anne had spoken of having a concert for those in need. This was the beginning of "Singing for Shelter" which JohnMichael was involved with for several years. Having had the opportunity to bring 5 adopted dogs into their life together, JohnMichael spent endless hours with each of his buddies.

JohnMichael is survived by his wife; Diana C. Skaggs, his children; Todd (Clare Robinson) Skaggs, of Epsom Surrey, UK, Travis (Meggin Juraska) Skaggs, of New York, NY, and his grandchildren; Scarlett, Louis, and Nora.

Services for JohnMichael will be private.

Memorial donations may be made in his name to a charity of your choice.

Tributes

Elinda Hunter wrote on Oct 22, 2023:

"Condolences with sympathy and prayers for comfort for family and friends."

Ricky Lewis wrote on Mar 17, 2023:

"I was sadden to hear of my friend passing. He and worked together at a grocery store in Fort Pierce, he was a joy to be around and see his mischievous smile. We lost touch after high school I went to college then into the Air Force and Vietnam. We got to communicate later thru classmates. Johnny was a awesome friend and man I know he made a good husband and father. My condolences to Diane and family. He will be missed but not forgotten."

Mark & Anne wrote on Mar 13, 2023:

"We are so saddened that our dear friend John Michael has passed, but our hearts are full when we think of all the memories and good times we got to share with both John Michael and Diana-much of it involved around John Michael's love of music. It was a privilege to know him. Safe travels, our friend. Mark & Anne Gorman"