Lela Mae Skaggs Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Lela Mae Skaggs (Bakersfield, California), who passed away on June 9, 2024 at the age of 95. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Lela Mae leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Lela Mae may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Benson Newton and Lucy Newton; and her husband Jessie (JD). She is survived by: her children, Vicki Tasoff, Debbie Black (Todd) and Jim Skaggs (Loraine); and her grandchildren, Tracey Spears, Mary Norton (Mike), Kellie Saiz (Tim) and Jason Skaggs (Lily). She is also survived by great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren.