Inge Skarbo passed away on June 20, 2007, due to complications from multiple sclerosis.

He was born to Peter and Berit Skarbo on March 2, 1947, in Haramsoy, Norway, and came to the United States with his family in 1949. They settled in north Seattle, where Inge attended school and graduated from Ingraham High School. He served in the Army for three years, spending his overseas duty in Korea. He married Kathi Olson of Spokane in 1970 and began working in the family furniture business located in downtown Seattle. When the business moved to Southcenter in 1978, Inge moved his family to Burien. He was instrumental in making the store a successful business for 30 years before retiring in 2000. He enjoyed living on Lake Burien for 24 years, taking special pleasure in entertaining friends at his home. He also enjoyed traveling, particularly going on cruises.

Inge is survived by his wife, Kathi, their two sons Kai and Paul, his father Peter, a brother, four nephews, one niece, and many aunts, uncles and cousins both here and in Norway. His mother preceded him in death.

Inge's smile and cheery disposition, despite the challenges of his disability, will be remembered and cherished by all who knew him. He was a shining example of how anything is possible with a positive attitude and some determination. He was always very grateful for the care he received from the Seattle VA Medical Center.

A memorial service was held June 30 at Bonney-Watson Parker Chapel, and a committal service with military honors was held at Tahoma National Cemetery on July 3.

The family suggests memorials be made to Paralyzed Veterans of America Northwest Chapter, 616 S.W. 152nd St., Suite B, Burien, WA 98166, or the National MS Society Greater Washington Chapter, 192 Nickerson St., Suite 100, Seattle, WA 98109. Please visit Inge's online guestbook at www.bonneywatson.com