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James Scroggin Obituary

SCROGGIN, JAMES A. 70



Gainesville - James A. Scroggin, 70, of Gainesville, passed away November 3, 2008 at Shands at UF. Mr. Scroggin was born in Dunnellon, Fl. and moved to Gainesville 42 years ago from Arcadia. He was an active member of Westside Baptist Church and an avid hunter.



Mr. Scroggin is survived by his wife of 45 years, Genola Scroggin, daughters Camala (Jeff) Kuhl, of Bronson, Laura (Roger) Hutto, of Jasper, sister Louise Hightower of Newport, TN, 1 grandson, Luke James Hutto, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.



A Memorial Service will be held on November 7, 2008 at 11:00 am at Forest Meadows Funeral Home Chapel, 725 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, Fl. with Pastor Rev. Tom Price officiating. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Meadows Funeral Home.

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Published by Gainesville Sun from Nov. 6 to Nov. 7, 2008.

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Harry McGhin

November 7, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I'm sure that Jim is in a better place. Because I know that Jesus said he has gone to prepare place for his children.

Harry McGhin

Ann McGettrick Johnson

November 7, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Susan Terhune

November 7, 2008

Genola, Camela & Laura,
I have so many great memories growing up at Westside with you - Camela and Laura and your parents who felt like my "Westside parents". I am so sorry for your loss. May your many happy memories help ease the pain of his loss.

Debi & Jim Folks

November 7, 2008

Genola, Jim & I were sorry to hear about Jim. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Gail Abernathy

November 7, 2008

Mrs. Genola,
You and the family are in our thoughts and prayers. Mr. Jim was such a gentle and nice man. We will miss seeing and talking to him on Wednesday nights! He always had such a nice smile and kind word. May the Lord bless and keep you all during this difficult time.
Mike, Gail, Kristin and Kyle Abernathy

Betsy Kelberlau

November 6, 2008

Genola, Camela & Jeff, Laura & Roger,
We regret that we are not able to attend the service. But please know we are thinking about you and praying for you! Much Love, Betsy & Tom Kelberlau

Bill Gunter

November 6, 2008

My thoughts and prayers goes out to the family of Jimmy. I remember Jimmy from his days in Dunnellon. He was always a quite listener and friend. Conduct of a very cordial and polite person. I'm sure he wil be missed by many.

odette hill

November 6, 2008

Genola,and family, our thought and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow. We all have fond memories of Jim,that we will cherish forever. We love you all. Love Joey,Odette, Megan

Glenda (Smith) Shiskin

November 6, 2008

Genola,

I was so sorry to hear about Jim. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have good memories of you and Jim and if you ever need to talk to someone, give me a call.

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