I'm Skip's wife...that's the whole bio!

But if you'd like to know more: My name is Tara Skipper, a proud U.S. Navy veteran who qualifies for the VFW Auxiliary through my husband Alonzo "Skip" Skipper Jr.  WAe've been married for 28 wonderful years and even served together aboard the USS LaSalle.  

I joined the Collinsville Kahokian Memorial VFW Auxiliary in 2020 and have served in various positions including Auxiliary Secretary, Jr Vice, Treasurer District 12 Guard, and District Legislative Chairperson since 2021.

In 2025, I retired from Washington University, opening the door for even more time to dedicate to our veterans and community. My husband Skip and I have two grown children, Alonzo III and Grace, both proud lifetime auxiliary members.

Outside of the Auiliary, I enjoy crafting anything and everything, love chasing sunshine for vacations and am always on the lookout for new volunteer opportunities as we embrace this next chapter.