Sherry J. Skaff

Sherry Jane (Patterson) Skaff, 78, of Sylvania, OH, passed away unexpectedly on December 2, 2023. Born in Toledo on October 5, 1945, to the late Robert and Betty Jane Patterson, her father’s work took the family to Iowa for a time. There she married her first husband. The marriage was short lived, and she returned to Toledo as a single mother of two young daughters. There she met and married Raymond Skaff. Together they raised her girls and built businesses in Toledo and Dallas, TX. Known for her work ethic, Sherry began her professional life as a dental assistant, later teaching dental assisting courses at a community college. She and Ray, along with their partners, built and opened Ohio Skate, then moved to Dallas, TX where they opened another skating rink. Sherry then began a long career with American Airlines where she worked her way up to regional manager in customer service, later working in management for Saber Holdings, providing technology installations in the travel industry. Upon retirement, Sherry’s entrepreneurial spirit led her to sell collectible memorabilia at markets around the country. Moving back to Toledo in 2016 after 40 years in the Dallas area, she enjoyed being an Uber driver, where she didn’t always charge her regular clients once they became friends. Sherry was a member of St. George Orthodox Cathedral where she enjoyed volunteering at dinners and the annual festival. With an engaging personality and always quick to lavish compliments on those she loved, Sherry cherished her family, friends, Christmas, taking care of others and traveling. In addition to her parents, Sherry was preceded in death by her loving husband, Raymond Skaff; son-in-law, Michael Scannapieco; and sisters, Rosalind Counterman and Robbie Patterson. Left to treasure her memory are devoted daughters, Jodee Scannapieco and Tamme Davis, DO; granddaughter, Allie Scannapieco; grandsons, Michael Ray Scannapieco and Christopher Biermann; sister, Kathy Perry, and numerous nephews and nieces. Family and friends are invited to visit at St. George Orthodox Cathedral, 3754 Woodley Rd., Toledo, on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, from 3:00pm – 7:00pm, concluding with Trisagion prayers at 7:00. Visitation will continue at the church on Thursday, December 7, beginning at 10:00 AM, followed by her funeral at 11:00 AM with Father Michael Shaheen officiating. Interment will follow at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. George Cathedral.

Sherry J. Skaff

October 5, 1945 - December 2, 2023