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Michael Scroggins Obituary
Mike was preceded in death by his parents Ken (Billy) Scroggins and Virginia Stiles Scroggins.
Born December 27, 1942, Mike was a loving family man, committed teacher, talented musician and good friend. His teaching career spanned 37 years, beginning as a teaching assistant in mathematics at SIU Carbondale and formally ending after nearly 15 years as Professor of Mathematics at Lewis and Clark Community College. In between he taught in the Bethalto, IL, and O'Fallon, IL, school districts. Mike never truly retired from teaching.
A life long Democrat, Mike was a leader in the Illinois Education Association during his years in Bethalto and at Lewis and Clark Community College. While working as a professional musician Mike was a member of his local musician's union.
A celebration of Mike's life will be held at 12:30 on Sunday, August 26, in Pearson Hall at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 406 Hillsboro, Edwardsville, IL. A luncheon will follow.
In lieu of flowers the family requests a donation to The Mike Scroggins' Jazz Scholarship Fund at the SIUE Foundation or Hospice of Southern Illinois.
Weber and Rodney Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be expressed online at weberfuneralhome.com.
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Joy
August 26, 2012
Mike was a wonderful and inspiring teacher to me. He truly made a difference in my life, and I will always be grateful to him.
Earl and Jeannene Goodman
August 26, 2012
Fredna, We are so sorry about your loss, and also sorry that we weren't here to support you. We did remember you in thought and prayers, while away. We pray God will comfort you and family and you will always feel Mike's presence. Love. Earl & Jeannene
Jim and Cindy Buis
August 24, 2012
He will outlive his life through the lives of those he touched.
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