Mavis Sklebar
February 3, 1939 ~ January 25, 2021
Mavis's services will be live streamed below starting at 1:30 PM Saturday January 30, 2021.
Mavis Yvonne Sklebar, 81, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2021 at Sheyenne Crossings in West Fargo, surrounded by her loving family.
Mavis was born on February 3, 1939, to Nora and Arnold Esterby in Valley City, North Dakota. The family moved to Minot, where she attended Lincoln Elementary School and graduated from Minot High School in 1957. Mavis was the oldest of 10 siblings whom she loved.
On June 9, 1958 Mavis welcomed the birth of her daughter Cassandra (Sandy) and the two became inseparable from that moment forward. The two of them shared a love of cats and they were never without one. Mavis and Sandy moved to Fargo in 1961 and shortly after, Mavis began her 30-year career at the Fargo Veterans Administration; a job that she loved. Mavis met the love of her life, Edwin (Ed) Sklebar in 1968, and they were married on July 8, 1977. Over the years, Mavis and Ed enjoyed traveling all over the world together to warm destinations and have many amazing stories and pictures to show for it.
Mavis was a lifelong devoted member of Hope Lutheran Church where she volunteered. In 2006, she went to Jamaica on a mission trip to care for children at an orphanage; a trip she was very proud of. Mavis enjoyed many summers at the family’s lake home on Little Cormorant Lake with her husband, family, and friends; a favorite place of hers. Mavis and her granddaughter, Andrea, were very close. They enjoyed shopping and embracing their Norwegian heritage. Together they attended the Norsk Høstfest and shared a love of Rømmegrøt and Lefse, uff da!
Mavis lived a wonderful life. She was full of love, kindness, and grace; everything that is good in the world. She had a strong faith and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sibling, and friend.
Mavis is survived by her husband: Ed of West Fargo, daughter: Sandy (Brad), sons: Dave (Susan), Ron (Kim), and Steve, grandchildren: Andrea (Aaron), Zachary, Abby, and Jacob, brothers: David and Mike, sisters: Diane, Patty, Kathy, Karen, Candy, and Debbie.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Arnold.
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Remember us – Ron and Edie Braaten of West Fargo! I just to drive bus for West Fargo Schools as you did also.
Sending our sincerest sympathies for the loss of your wife. I know she suffered from dementia/ Alzheimers which Ron has that also. Very touch disease. We see you on TV quite often as you live in Sheyenne Crossings now. Nice looking lady and wonderful obituary! Take good care of yoursefl, Earl. Love from the Braatens. We now live at Edgewood Vista and love it here. E-mail is braatenedie5@gmail.com
Mavis was one of the kindest people I ever met. She was always cheerful and upbeat. She sure loved her kitties and grand dogs. She had a wonderful relationship with her daughter and granddaughter, and was a wonderful companion to my Dad. Always ready to spend time with us. She was very much loved and will be missed immensely. God bless.
With love,
Sorry to hear of mavis passing
Our thought and prayers are with your family.What a wonderful mom,grandma and wife.Soft and kind and always the best smile
Dear Sandy and Family,
Your mother was a beautiful woman and the world was a better place because of her. I am so sorry for your loss. I’m thinking of you during this difficult time.
You will be deeply missed Mavis. All the kittens in heaven will be lucky to have you. Rest In Peace
Ed, Sandy and Brad so sorry for your loss, Mavis was a very special lady. My prayers are with you and all your family.
Mavis was a wonderful volunteer at Hope Lutheran Church for many years. She was someone we could count on. Always showing up, on time, and a cheerful attitude. I hope you can rejoice in remembering all the good times and treasuring them in your hearts. She gave us all many gifts in life. Thank heavens the Easter promise assures us that death is not the final say. God bless you as you mourn her death.
THINCKING OF YOU!!!!
Ed, I’m so sorry to hear of your of your wife Mavis’s passing. My deepest condolences to you and your family. I’ll have you in my thoughts and prayers. Take care and God Bless. I’m not sure if you remember me, I was your UPS driver on Main Avenue at your business place.
Mavis was a delightful lady & I feel blessed to have crossed paths with her. May she be at peace now. Thinking of the family during this difficult time.
my thoughts and prayers, for ED and Sandy… i worked with mavis @ eventid sheyenne crossings and she was one of my most dearest friend. she loved Elvis Presley. and i enjoied singing along with her to the song hound dog..as we would began getting ready for the day. this really breaks my heart but i cried tears of joy. no more suffering no more pain.. just a broken heart for those whom she left behind. fly high my dear friend my you be close in sprit for you’re love ones.
youre friend JACKIE ALLEN
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So sorry for your loss though I didn’t know her very well but if she is was anything like my sister-in-law, and her sister Candy she must have been wonderful. Thoughts and prayers
We had a great bunch of co-workers during our working years at the Fargo VA. Ed, sorry to hear of the passing of Mavis, but I’m sure the good Lord has a fine resting place for Mavis. My sympathy to all the family. Rest in Peace Mavis.
Ed- Pat and I want you to know we are thinking of you today and pray that God will give you the strength and peace for today and days to come . Im gonna miss seeing her sweet face at class. And the two of you “scootching” love you and hope to see you soon❤️ Pat & Cindy
Our condolences to the family of Mavis Sklebar , We were glad to be a part of her life and she will be missed
Mavis was such a wonderful lady & will truly be missed . Our thoughts are with the family .