Alan Skaar

ALAN SKAAR Click here to view a video of Alan's life IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Alan John Skaar, 60, of Rigby, passed away November 12, 2008, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. He was born June 13, 1948, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Albert Bernard Skaar and Twila C. Paesl Skaar. He grew up and attended schools in the area, graduating from Bonneville High School in 1966. He served in the U.S. Navy and was stationed on Treasure Island in the San Francisco Bay. On September 14, 1973, he married Kathi A. Gagon in Elko, Nevada. He farmed and for the last 25 years he was Manager of Progressive Irrigation District. He also served as the deputy water master for the State of Idaho. Alan was a member of the First Lutheran Church. He enjoyed playing golf and was a member of the Jefferson Hills Men's Golf Association. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and creating metal art. He especially loved spending time with his grandson, Cooper John Crane. Survivors include: Wife: Kathi Skaar, Rigby, ID Daughter: Alison "Ali" (Paul) Crane, Meridian, ID Brother: Keith (Jane) Skaar, Idaho Falls, ID Brother: Rick Skaar, Idaho Falls, ID Sister: Priscilla (Gary) Rainey, Idaho Falls, ID Sister: Debra (Dale) Clements, Idaho Falls, ID 1 Grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Roger Skaar, and two sisters-in-law, Laurie Skaar and Cherie Skaar. The family will meet with friends Friday, November 14, 2008, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge. A Celebration of Life will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, November 15th at the Jefferson Hills Golf Course, 4074 East 500 North, in Rigby, Idaho. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Jefferson Hills Golf Course Memorial Fund, 4074 East 500 North, Rigby, ID 83442 or to the Alan Skaar Scholarship Fund at Idaho State University, 921 South 8th Avenue, Stop 8050, Pocatello, ID 83209-8050. --------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Zac and Brandy Skaar zacnbrandy@yahoo.com In the midst of this storm, we just want you to know we are praying for you all. May God give you the peace and strength you need during this difficult time. Love and Prayers, Zac and Brandy Skaar Brandon Speirs bjspeirs@juno.com Kathi and Ali I'm so sorry to hear about your husband and father. My prayers and thoughts are with you both. Brandon Speirs and Family Shelly Pratt spratt@sportsacademy.com Kathi I'm so sorry about your loss. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know. My prayers are with you and your family. Ray/Linda Proctor jitrbuglinda@hughes.net Kathi and family, we were shocked and saddened to hear about your loss. Alan has so many friends that will miss him dearly and Jefferson Hills will never be the same without him. Kathi and Ali, our prayers are with you. Love, Ray and Linda Patty Tryon Ali, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time of sorrow. May God watch over all of you and help to ease your pain. Jess Richardson jlrpdx@yahoo.com I am so very sorry to learn of my friend Alan's passing. We were long time friends and I regret not seeing more of him as we grew older. I wish I could be there on Saturday to celebrate his life - he was a fantastic guy! I will be thinking of him Saturday. My prayers are with you. Jess Lena Szilard lpgabor@aol.com Dear Kati: Our sincere condolences for your loss. I went to the class today to meet you, as I am leaving to Rio for two months, and I was shocked by the sad notice. Once again, our condolences, Lena and Pedro Szilard Randy & Kristy Geisler Kathi -- We are so sorry for your loss. It was always a good time with Alan -- he will really be missed by all of us at the course. Jennifer (Morton) Bjornlie jennbjornlie@hotmail.com Kathi & Ali- I was shocked and saddened by the news. Alan was a great guy and will be deeply missed by many. May God bless you and your families during this time. Love Jennifer Virginia Willard Kathi, I am so sorry to hear about Alan. I would be there tonight, but I have to go to Boise. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless you, Virginia Gregg Losinski Kathi, I am so sorry for your loss. By watching the tribute it is clear to see that your husband was one of those sportsmen who really enjoyed all that Idaho had to offer and hopefully provided you with many fond memories. Ray Paesl [raypaesl@yahoo.com] We were sorry to hear of Alan's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bring you comfort at this difficult time. Deb Nowatzki I was so sorry to read about Alan passing away. I just wanted to let you know your family is in my thoughts and prayers, Kath i. Rod & Pam Wadsworth pamela.wadsworth@gmail.com Kathi, Pam and I were out of town this week. It has been a long time and we wanted to reach out to you and let you know that our thoughts are with you and your family. Judy Mortimer judy@mortimer.myrf.net Dear Kathy, After Group Power Monday, I asked if you were alright, only to find out about Alan. If it was a shock to me, how much it must have been to you!! I'm so very, very sorry. I didn't know Alan, but know he must be great to have you. Please know that I'm praying for you and your daughter. With loving concern, Judy Mortimer Judi Rowand rowands@msn.com Dearest Kathi and Ali, Gordy and I were very sad to hear your news last night - such a difficult thing to lose your husband and a dad at such a young age. Please know that you're in our prayers - the video was beautiful. In looking into his eyes, it's almost like Alan had a surge in his life when Cooper came along. Keep smiling those beautiful smiles, ladies. He would want you to. Love and kisses - Judi and Gordy