Eddy Skaggs Obituary

Eddy Skaggs, 73, affectionately known by many titles - husband, father, Papaw, Boss Man and Fast Eddy - passed away Monday, July 21, 2025, surrounded by family in his home.

Born in Elizabethtown on April 18, 1952, Eddy lived a life marked by devotion, drive and a whole lot of horsepower. He was the proud father of three children, Christy (Jeff) Brock, Wally (Melodie) Skaggs and Debbie Duncan; a loving papaw to four grandchildren, Marrisa (Andrew) Shufelt, Coltyn, Ayden and Sean (Lily) O'Malley; and a joyful great-grandfather to four great-grandchildren, Lawson, Gunnar, Rowan and Ryann, who lit up his world and his fur baby, Charlee Gail. He is survived by his beloved wife, Debbie Skaggs, with whom he shared a lifetime of love and partnership.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy and Roy Glenn and Howard Skaggs; and four siblings, William, Verlin, Lowell and Catherine Skaggs.

Eddy was the founder and owner of Gold City Towing, a business he built from the ground up in the 1980s. Known as the Boss Man to his employees and peers, Eddy combined hard work with heart, earning the respect and loyalty of customers and friends throughout the region.

When he wasn't behind the wheel or managing his business, Eddy could be found watching NASCAR every Sunday - never missing a race - and adding to his ever-growing collection of classic cars.

He will be remembered for his quick wit, big heart and no-nonsense approach to life. Whether you knew him as Fast Eddy, Papaw in the backyard or Boss Man at the shop, his presence was unforgettable and his legacy will continue to ride on in the lives of those he loved.

A celebration of Eddy's life is at 1 p.m. Friday, July 25, at Chism Family Funeral Home in Vine Grove. Burial follows in Rineyville Cemetery.

Visitation is from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday and continues from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Condolences may be expressed at chismfamilyfunerals.com.