Blinda Diane Skaggs was born in Gainesville, Texas on December 17, 1960, to Gail and Peggy Tooley. She Graduated from Daingerfield High School in 1980. She went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at the age of 61 at her home in Gainesville, Texas.

Blinda was preceded in death by her parents Gail and Peggy Tooley, Grandson Nathan Beeson, and her Aunt Vicky.

She is Survived by her children, Alan Terry Jr. (AJ), Christopher Skaggs, Christine Skaggs (Beeson), Courtney Skaggs (Hendrix), Shennell Stringer, and Melinda Guinn (Pearson), eight grandchildren, and sisters.

She was a unique woman who often spoke of the Lord and the things he brought her through. She enjoyed flowers, particularly roses and had a fondness for dolphins. She was a well-liked person and enjoyed the company of her family, friends, and neighbors. She was loved and will be deeply missed.

Cremation arrangements are being conducted through Meador Funeral Home, Gainesville, Texas.