Adrian Skoda
March 19, 1929 ~ March 18, 2009
Adrian “Skeeter” Skoda, age 79 of New Hampton, Iowa, died Wednesday, March 18, 2009, at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 23, 2009, at Holy Family Parish-St. Joseph Center, New Hampton with Msgr. Carl Schmitt celebrating the Mass. The pall will be placed on the casket by his wife and children. Michelle Chipera and Eileen Huffman will be the lectors. The offertory gifts will be presented by Alvin and Shirley Skoda, Anna Mae & Sonny Christiansen and Mary Skoda.
Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, New Hampton with Military Honors by the New Hampton American Legion and VFW Posts. Pallbearers are Todd Skoda, Shawn Huffman, Ryan Flynn, Chris Olson, Andy Aries, Brian Voves, Dan Chipera and Ryan McGovern. Honorary pallbearers are Michelle Chipera, Jenny Voves, Erin Fettkether, Allison Vaala, Eileen Huffman, Stacie McGovern, Sarah Aries, Bobbi Skoda, Pete Willadsen, Gary Wegner, Derwin Robinson, Steve Orr, Bill Harris, Hoop Burgart, Dale Gates, Kenny Lester, Duane Nelson, Russ Springmier and Charlie Orvis.
Friends may call 2:00 - 7:00 p.m. Sunday, March 22, 2009, at Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home, New Hampton where there will be a 4:00 p.m. Rosary and a 5:00 p.m. Scripture Service. Visitation continues an hour prior to the Mass at church on Monday.
Adrian “Skeeter” Skoda was born March 19, 1929, near Lawler, IA, the son of Louis and Eleanor (Busta) Skoda. At an early age the Skoda family moved near Cresco where he received his education at Assumption Catholic School. He was inducted into the United States Navy on June 20, 1946, and was honorably discharged on April 20, 1948. He then completed high school, graduating in 1948.
On May 20, 1950, at Assumption Catholic Church in Cresco, he married Maxine Groesbeck. To this union five children were born.
Adrian was initially a part owner of the Cresco Bowling Center and in 1957 purchased the New Hampton Bowling Center located in downtown New Hampton. In 1968, he built the current Bowlaway Lanes in New Hampton. He was a former State President and State Director of the Iowa Bowling Proprietors Association and had been inducted into the Iowa State Bowling Hall of Fame.
Skeeter was an avid Hawkeye Fan. He enjoyed woodworking, winters in Florida with Maxine, golfing, camping, BINGO, stamp and coin collecting and playing cards, but most importantly time with his entire family.
Survivors include his wife, Maxine; two sons, Dale (Cathy) Skoda and Tony Skoda all of New Hampton; three daughters, Sue (Dan) Huffman of New Hampton, Jo (Randy) Vaala of Lawler and Carol (Rod) Olson of Ocala, FL; 10 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; one brother, Alvin (Shirley) Skoda of Cresco; one sister, Anna Mae (Sonny) Christiansen of Cresco; a sister-in-law, Mary Skoda of Cresco.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Arnold Skoda.
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I just learned of Skeeter’s passing. I haven’t seen him in many years, but I have to tell you that some of my fondest memories involve playing for the Bowlaway Lanes softball team. Skeeter was a very generous sponsor who would allow us to play in tournaments almost every weekend and then entertain us at the bowling alley when we got home. Thanks Skeeter, you will be missed.
Our thoughts are prayers are with the entire Skoda family at this time. ( It has been many years since we sat around a campfire-burning bowling pins at KOA near Cresco, but we always remember the fun we had with Tony and your family.)
Maxine, Dale, Sue, Jo, Carol, Tony, & families (Todd, especially)… We were so sorry to hear of Skeeter’s unexpected passing. We weren’t able to attend the visitation and express our condolences to you in person as we were out of town at a store meeting. Our deepest sympathy to all of you for your loss….
Cathy, Tony and family, We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you all in this time of sorrow. Sincerely, Angel, Terry, Jourdan, Brett and Adam Schwickerath
Tony and the Skoda family, You have my deepest sympathies in the loss of Skeeter. He will be truly missed. I loved bowling and seeing his smiling face every time I would ‘hang out’ there. May you all find strength in our Lord, and each other, at this difficult time. Amy (Shatek) Bock
Maxine and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God give you the strength you need at this time difficult time.
Max and family, Our deepest sympathy in your loss. I remember back in the early ’70’s, Skeeter entered a bunch of sandbaggers from New Hampton who won a local tournament, to bowl against a pro team representing Hamms out of Minnesota. Coming from a small town, it was an experience I will never forget. Great memories of a great man. Sincerely, Mark and Fran Kuennen
Max and family, Bob and I have many fond memories of Skeeter in the good old days of softball (Bowlaway Lanes). Skeeter was a great sponsor, and always made sure he treated the team with treats after the games. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Bob and Cyndy Weiglein
To Maxine and family. We want to extend our condolences to you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief for Skeeter. We have many fond memories of the old days and always enjoyed the time spent with Skeeter and Maxine. We had many laughs and appreciated Skeeter’s keen sense of humor and perpetual smile. We admired his love of life and devotion to his family. Dan & Pat Fliger
Max and families, so sorry to hear of Skeeter passing away. We extend our deepest heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Don and I both remember all the fun times bowling. Skeeter always had a smile for everyone. Hold all memories close and he’ll be with you always.
Little did we know that when we mailed Skeeter’s birthday card that he wouldn’t get a chance to see it. We have so many good memories of both of you from our Mixed League days twenty years ago. Our sympathy goes out to you, Maxine, and all of your family.
Maxine and family;You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of Skeeter.We will all miss him.John and Betty.
My sincere condolences at the passing of ‘Skeeter’. I remember back in the mid ’60s when Skeeter and dad tried to teach me to bowl. Although I live in Southeast Alaska, I still get online to read the New Hampton Tribune on line edition. I was real sorry to read of his passing.
my god keep you in his arms in this time of greaving. trust in him and he will heal your pain.christine
Our Sympathy and prayers to the Family of Skeeter’s. He is our lost also and will miss him. Our Prayers and love to his family. Terry & Alice Kasuboski
You have our deepest sympathy from everyone here at Panther Lanes and at our homes. Bowling will not be the same without him.
Our family so sorry to hear of Skeeter’s passing. Dad sends his condolences also. He remembers all of the great times Skeeter and Max spent at bowling conventions with him and mom. Out thoughts are with you all.
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE ENTIRE SKODA FAMILY AT THIS SAD TIME IN YOUR LIFE. PEG AND GENE MARMIE
To Max and family, I have fond memories of Skeeter from my bowling days. He was lucky at bingo too. Gave all his winnings to Max. Good husband. You have our deepest sympathy and know that he’s in a better place Max . God bless you in this time of sorrow. P.S Florida is getting warm.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be deeply missed by many people. There will truly be a bowling angel up in heaven now!!!
I want to extend deepest sympathy. When I played softball for Bowlaway Lanes, Skeeter was the team sponser, will always have great memories of him coming to the games and us showing up at Bowling Alley for treats and Etc. after games. A great man and gentlemen. randy
Dear Maxine & Family So sorry for your loss. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love Don & Ruth Rowe
We wanted to extend our deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband, father, and grandfather. We enjoyed Skeeter over the years that we lived there seeing him at the bowling alley and the golf course and clubhouse. He thoroughly enjoyed life and his family. Take care and God bless you all.
Happy Birthday Skeeter. I’m sure there will be a party up there, maybe bowl a game or two, watch the Hawkeyes and then relax. You will be dearly missed by your family, colleages and all of your friends. Love ya
I have many fond memoeries of times spent at the bowling alley and the old house on Main street. My most sincere condolences
Max & family We are so sorry to hear of Skeeters passing! He was such a devoted servant to the bowlers in District 3 as well as our state. He will certainly be missed by us all!
To the family of Adrian’Skeeter’ Skoda,You all have are Deepest Sympathy with the lose of your love one!No One can take away from you all the teasures,& memories each one of you have that will stay with you all forever.God Watch Over You all,&God Bless You all ! The Family of Adrian’Skeeter’Skoda your Love One is looking down From Heaven watching over all of us!Were ever we are for ever until we met in Heaven! Your Love One is by Each of You,& all Until We met in Heaven! God Bless Adrian’Skeeter’Skodo,& God Watch ovr Adrian’Skeeter’ in heaven! If any of you need any thing we are here for you all! Love to you all,!
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of sorrow. Skeeter will be greatly missed. The ONEOTA LANES Traveling League Team.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. Valley Park Lanes!
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The Iowa Bowling Proprietors
Thinking of you at this sad time and praying for God’s comfort for you. Janiece, Dave and Connor
Dale, Cathy, Michelle, Todd, Sarah and families. You are in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything just let us know. Tod, Dena, and Zachary Palmer