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LaKeisha Scroggins Obituary

LaKeisha Scroggins

Jacksonville, FL

formerly of Des Moines

LaKeisha Evette Scroggins, 39, was born July 28, 1974 in Fort Worth, Texas. She passed away Saturday, April 12, 2014 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines.

LaKeisha is survived by her mother, Vera Scroggins; father, Clarence Scroggins; brother, Lawrence (Laura) Scroggins; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandparents and two uncles.

Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Thursday, April 17, 2014 at Hamilton's Funeral Home, 605 Lyon St. Funeral services will be 12 p.m. Friday, April 18, 2014 at Union Park Baptist Church, 821 Arthur Ave. with burial to follow at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family in loving memory of LaKeisha. On-line condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by the Des Moines Register on Apr. 17, 2014.

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Kim Mosley

May 3, 2014

Keisha may God comfort your family during this difficult time. You were a great friend and sister. We served on the Seattle together and you will be missed.

Sean Chicoine

April 25, 2014

I took care of Lakeisha while she was in Cardiac Surgical Intensive Care Unit at Mercy during the onset of her initial illness and prognosis. While I only new Lakeisha for a short time I felt close to her. She was the same age as me and of similiar experience. I to served in the Navy and I enjoyed reminiscing with her about our service. We shared sea stories. In reflection of her past and current medical history of illness I found Lakeisha to be profoundly courageous and gracious. She taught me hope and a possitive attitude can be a powerful thing. From my perspective as a care giver, patients will always come and go, but some just stay with you a little longer. I often thought of Lakeisha after her move from Intensive Care and am saddened to hear of her passing, but I smile when I think of her still. I am blessed to have known her and send my deepest respects and love to her family and those that new her best.

Andrew Benefiel

April 24, 2014

I sat beside you for 4 years. You are one of the most amazing people I've ever met. I miss you so much! I'm proud to have been your friend. There is a new angel in Heaven!!

Dyshella Kee

April 18, 2014

It was such a pleasure to serve with you. My condolences to the Scroggins family. Sleep well shipmate...

April 18, 2014

So Sorry For Your Families Lost!! Heaven Just Received An Angel!!

April 18, 2014

Lost a sister, but gain a angel
will love always
Christine Malone

Michelle Heard

April 17, 2014

You were always such a good friend to me. God brought home another Angel to Heaven on Saturday. I will miss you dearly and my thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

Kristin Warrick

April 17, 2014

Such a sweet soul! Sorry to hear of your passing. Praying for strength and peace for the family.

gaynell udoh-nichols

April 17, 2014

My condolence and prayers' to the Scroggins Family. Keisha, was a very beautiful person. I will remember her, as a beautiful butterfly. always had a warm lovely, spirit, smile on her face. rip, my dear butterfly. love, gaynell udoh-nichols

Terikka Kenyatta

April 17, 2014

You were such a beautiful lady who never frowned I Thank God for allowing me to get the opportunity to have known you thru high school. Until we meet again dear friends and always keep that beautiful smile love you Lakeisha Scroggins.

Mary JohnstonDock

April 17, 2014

Strong Strong Strong One of Gods soldiers going home. Prayers of healing strength to Family <3

Stacie Mitchell-Gweah

April 16, 2014

I will miss you and always cherish our times together as youth and in your final months. You always remained positive and your faith in God was an example to all. In all things you gave him thanks and a big beautiful smile. Your life was a living testimony that I will always remember and draw strength from.

Angela Johnson

April 16, 2014

Lakeisha was a blessed soul. So kind and beautiful. Rest in peace lovely lady.

Sherri Joshua

April 16, 2014

You're one of the sweetest people that I've ever known. You cared for me during the most difficult time of my life; I'm eternally grateful. I am happy God placed us in the same family. I am forever in awe of your strength. I love you, I love you, I love you!! ??

Shannon Struble

April 16, 2014

Rest in Paradise LaKeisha.......

Jo Ann Allen

April 16, 2014

Mercy Saw Me By: TD Jakes is dedicated to you Lakeisha!! You will be missed. Praying for the family

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