Emogean Gumm Skidmore's Obituary
Emogean Louise Skidmore (nee Gumm), 94 of Millersville died peacefully at home on April 14, 2023.
Born and raised in Braxton County, WV, Emogean attended Glenville State College and went on to teach in a one room schoolhouse. After marrying Robert Oscar Skidmore, Emogean moved to the Washington DC area, eventually settling in Millersville.
Emogean is preceded in death by her beloved husband and son, Robert Bruce Skidmore. Survivors include Michael Skidmore, Patricia Skidmore, John Skidmore (Michelle) and Joan Twigg (Richard). Left behind are seven beloved grandchildren: Rob, Shelly, Leah, Rebecca, Emily, Elizabeth and Anna as well as four great grandchildren: Joseph, Brianna, Hazel and Logan.
Emogean was an avid fan of Randy Travis and John Wayne and was known for her skills as a painter and basket maker. She spent much of her time gardening and was committed to creating habitats for Eastern Bluebirds and Monarch butterflies. Services for Emogean will be private. For those wishing to make a memorial contribution to Barnett- Searing National Cancer Foundation
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