Algis Skuodas

Algis Skuodas died suddenly and unexpectedly on October 23, 2023, in St Jospeh's Hospital in Savannah, GA, at the age of 78.

Algis was born February 14, 1945, in Germany during World War II., he was the son of Justin and Angele V. (Abukevicius) Skuodas. He spent his first early years with his family after they had fled their home in Lithuania. After arriving in the United States with his family, Algis grew up in DeKalb and graduated from DeKalb High School in 1963, and he was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in DeKalb.

Algis was married to: Kathleen L. Key on August 21, 1999, in St. Mary Catholic Church in DeKalb.

Algis (Al) was known for his loyalty to friends from many years ago as well as continuing to welcome new friends throughout his life. Among his best friends is his Labrador Retriever, Julie, who was a companion for 17 years.

Besides playing practically every sport imaginable Al became a dedicated NIU fan beginning at the age of 12. He shared his interests in sports with children he volunteer coached. He displayed a real understanding of youngsters as they worked to learn and develop new skills.

Algis spent 30 years at NIU working primarily in the printing department. Then he worked for almost 25 years primarily in logistics at Target stores in Rockford, IL and Savannah, GA where he had moved. He had pride and respect for the individuals he worked with and the places where he worked. This showed in the team contributions he made.

Throughout his years Algis demonstrated the same strength, perseverance, and openness of spirit he had from the very beginning of his life.

Algis is survived by his wife Kathleen of Savannah, GA, and he was preceded in death by his parents, and sister: Audrey.

Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at 10:00am at St. Mary Catholic Church with Father Dean Russell officiating.  Burial will be held immediately following the service at Fairview Park Cemetery in DeKalb. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the family to be established at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Finch Funeral Home 310 Oak St. DeKalb, IL 60115 815-758-3841.

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