CHARLOTTE LOUISE (HANSON) SKAAR

CHARLOTTE LOUISE (HANSON) SKAAR

     Charlotte Louise (Hanson) Skaar, 86, of Hixton died Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024, in the Grand View Care Center in Blair.

     Charlotte was born Jan. 13,  1938, to Cornel and Selma (Olson) Hanson at their home in Blair. Charlotte was the youngest of nine children. Her mother passed away when Charlotte was almost 10 years old. Her father and siblings continued to raise her in to an amazing young woman. 

     Charlotte attended the Blair High School and was homecoming queen in 1955. She graduated from the Blair High School in 1956. Charlotte married John Skaar June 2, 1956, and together, they had four children. 

     While raising her children, Charlotte was employed at Club 95 Supper Club in Hixton. In later years, she enjoyed caring for many children in Hixton and found it rewarding and brought her so much joy. She enjoyed having friends and family at their home and serving tasty treats and refreshments. 

     Charlotte was dedicated to serving her community. She was a proud member of the American Legion Hanson Lien Auxiliary for 58 years and a member of Our Savior’s  Lutheran Church in Hixton. 

     Charlotte is survived by her four children, Stewart (Lori), Shawn (Tom) Kniseley, Shelley (Jerome) Waldera and Steve Skaar; six grandchildren, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law and many nieces and nephews.

     Charlotte was preceded in death by her loving husband, John; her parents, Cornel and Selma Hanson; her siblings, Norah, Myrinne, Elvina, Esther, Stanley, Birdene, Fern and Arthur and several of their spouses; nieces, nephews and a grandson. 

     Memorial services will be held Saturday, April 20, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with burial in the Trinity Rest Cemetery, both in Hixton. Pastor Steve Aldach will officiate.

     Friends may call one hour prior to the service.