Billy D. Skaggs (Willie)

Billy D. Skaggs (Willie), age 90, a cherished husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away February 22, 2026 at the Medical Center in Scottsville, Kentucky.

Born on March 12, 1935, in Scottsville, KY he was the son of the late Forrest Duell Skaggs and Grace Baines Pulliam Skaggs. Also preceding him in death were his two sisters, Peggy Taylor and Sue Williams.

Willie graduated from Scottville High in 1953, a true Pointer he continued his basketball career playing for Campbellsville University. His spirit of service led him to enlist in the Army Reserves, with activation at Fort Chaffee, Arkansas.

Willie enjoyed a fulfilling career at GE, where he worked in maintenance until he retired. His life was complemented by commitment to his family and hobbies, included farming with his cows, spending time outdoors and a love for animals, none more loved than his grand dog Princess that parted this life before him. He was an easy-going man who embraced a simple life, relishing moments spent traveling and at the beach with his beloved wife, Lynda and enjoying the tranquility of sitting on the porch.

He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Lynda Hanes Skaggs, son Chris Skaggs and his wife Sherri Dunn Skaggs, daughter Paige Croley and her husband Dr. Steve Croley, six treasured grandchildren; Caroline Croley, Ali Steele (Josh), Alston Croley, Kalee Skaggs (Noah Fry), Graham Croley and Eliza Croley, and a great granddaughter born February 21, 2026 Ellary Kate Steele.

Willie’s influence and legacy will be honored during a time of visitation with his family on Tuesday February 24, 2026 from 2:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the T. W. Crow & Son Funeral Home and continue on Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home.

A Celebration of Life will be in Wednesday February 25, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at T. W. Crow & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Mt. Union Methodist Church Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to Mt. Union Methodist Church or the American Cancer Society.