Carol Skolds
October 28, 1937 - March 12, 2018
Carol Skolds (nee States) Age 80, of Elwood, IL, passed away Monday, March 12, 2018 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet, IL. Born October 28, 1937 in Joliet, IL to the late Bud and Irene (nee Wilson) States. Carol loved to bake, especially Christmas cookies for her friends and family. She enjoyed the outdoors and took great care of her house and garden. Her greatest pleasure was spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Carol was known as a very loyal friend and neighbor and was always willing to help others. She will be missed by many. Surviving are her son, Robert (Debra) Skolds of Elwood; two daughters, Jodi Dombroski of Crest Hill, IL and Donna Walsh of Elwood; four grandchildren, Ashley, Allison (Devin), Ed, and Courtney; nine grandchildren, Dominick, Luca, Raegan, Aydan, Presley, Sam, Noah, Liam, and Harper. Preceding her in death were her parents; and husband, Donald Skolds, whom she married August 8, 1957. Cremation rites have been accorded. Inurnment will be at a later date in Maple Hill Cemetery in Elwood. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in her name may be directed to the Rainbow Hospice of Joliet. R.W. Patterson Funeral Home & Crematory 401 E. Main St., Braidwood, 815-458-2336 www.rwpattersonfuneralhomes.com
Carol Skolds (nee States) Age 80, of Elwood, IL, passed away Monday, March 12, 2018 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet, IL. Born October 28, 1937 in Joliet, IL to the late Bud and Irene (nee Wilson) States. Carol loved to bake,... View Obituary & Service Information