Margaret was born in Wahoo, Nebraska on April 8, 1927 to Joseph and Ruth Nelson. She graduated from Ceresco High School in 1944, attended Luther College (Wahoo, NE), and was a member of the last class of the Cadet Nurse Corps. She graduated as a Registered Nurse from the Corps in conjunction with Lincoln General Hospital in December 1948. She made a career in nursing for 50 years, working short stints in Denver and Seattle, and spending the majority of her years in Omaha with Omaha Public Schools (Benson, Belle Ryan, Beals) and the University of Nebraska Medical Center (Pediatrics 6NS). She married Ulf Skoog in 1957 and had one son, John.
In addition to serving others through nursing, Margaret was also a wonderful hostess and cook. She embraced her Swedish heritage and created memorable, authentic meals and exquisite baked goods that she shared with many. Margaret had a beautiful way of presenting herself and her home. Margaret also enjoyed musical offerings, from church to the symphony to her grandchildren’s performances. She stayed connected to her nursing friends, kept in touch with family near and far, and cherished many new friendships she forged in her retirement community. She stayed fiercely independent all of her life.
Margaret was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She will be missed by her family, son John (Joan), and grandchildren Carl (Rachel), Erik, and Ingrid along with many other extended family members and dear friends.
Memorial contributions can be directed to Evangelical Covenant Church (Ceresco, NE) or to Swedeburg Covenant Church to benefit Fridhem Cemetery (Swedeburg, NE).