Barbara Griffin Skeen's Obituary
Barbara Griffin Skeen, age 85 of Bush, LA died in her sleep at Trinity Trace Community Care on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. Born, Thursday, February 17, 1938 in New Orleans, LA to the late Clifton and Flore Griffin.
Beloved wife of the late James Clark Skeen for 55 years. Preceded in death by her wonderful daughter in law, Tanya Skeen. Loving mother of Bryan Skeen (Tanya), Gary Skeen, Stacy Skeen Burke (Michael), Brad Skeen (Mary Elizabeth). Known as Nanny to her wonderful 7 grandchildren, Tarah, Trevelyan, Morgan, Mason, Kyle, Cecilia and Jude.
Barbara was a graduate of Mercy Hospital School of Nursing, class of 1959. She loved playing bridge, her white wine and traveling, especially to Paris.
Relatives and friends are invited to the Memorial Service at E.J. Fielding Home, 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433 on Saturday, February 3, 2024 at 11:00 AM with visitation from 9 AM until the service time.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to CommCare Corporation (Formerly Notre Dame Hospice) 950 W Causeway Approach, Mandeville, LA 70471.
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