Katherine O Olive Skelton

NORTHPORT - Katherine Olive Skelton went to be with the Lord, her husband of 62 years, Shorty Skelton and her son, Steve Skelton, on December 18, 2016.She leaves behind a daughter, Kay Skelton Parker (John) of Northport, Ala.; a son, Chris Skelton (Andrea) of Warrior, Ala.; one grandson, Joshua Parker (Ashley) of Virginia; and four great-grandsons, Joshua Jr., Aiden, Solomon and Benjamin Parker. Pallbearers will be Randy Anders, Butch Hudson, Mack Olive, Donald Skelton, Mark Skelton, Randy Skelton, Ted Stephens and Wade Warbington The service will be Wednesday, December 21, 2016 at 2 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home, A Dignity Memorial Provider, with visitation one hour prior to service and Rev. Linda Watkins officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Park. Mother was loved by all who knew her. She was truly an example for others to follow. She was a giver. She followed the teachings of the Lord by helping those in need and those whom she loved. Dean Gundy and mother started the school of Social Work at The University of Alabama. She loved to tell the story of having a cardboard table and old type writer. She played an integral part in the school until her retirement. But she didn't retire! She found a new life in sales. She worked at Mike's Pawn Shop, E-Z Pawn and then to Wade's Jewelry and Pawn. Fondly known to all of her customers as "Mrs. K". She used each place as a witness for the Lord. Everywhere she worked she added "more kids" to her family. She gave 110% to each job because she loved being with people and showing Christ's love. This is not goodbye, but we shall see you and daddy in Heaven.