Reverend Charles W. Scragg, Jr.

Vero Beach - Rev. Charles W. Scragg, Jr., died as peacefully as he lived on March 21, 2020, at home.

He was born in Glenwood, W.V., October 26, 1923, to Rev. Charles W. Sr., and Una A. Scragg. He was one of twelve children. His church membership was held by the West Virginia United Methodist Conference, and he attended Christ By The Sea United Methodist Church, Vero Beach, FL.

He graduated from Huntington East High School, Huntington, WV. After his High School graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy and was a Hospital Corpsman attached to the United States Marine Corp serving in WWII for three years. Upon receiving an honorary discharge from the US Navy, he "hitchhiked" from California to Charleston, WV, where he met and married Anna Mae Clendenin Scragg in 1946.

Answering the call of God to become a minister, he attended and graduated from Morris Harvey College, (now University of Charleston), WV, in 1953, with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. During his time in College, he was the pastor of a charge of three churches as a local preacher. After graduation from college, he and his family moved to TN, where he attended and graduated from Vanderbilt University, School of Divinity, in Nashville, TN, with a Masters of Divinity Degree in 1956. During his time at the University, he was a pastor of a charge of two churches. After graduation, he returned to WV, where he was ordained in 1956 as a Methodist minister in the WV Methodist Conference. During his time as a minister in the WV United Methodist Conference (UMC), he served at seven churches. In addition, he was appointed as a District Superintendent over the Parkersburg District within the WV UMC where he served from 1976-1982 over many churches.

In 1987, he retired and moved to Vero Beach, FL, where he was immediately called to serve as a minister to various churches in Vero Beach, Wabasso, and Melbourne, FL. He was a faithful servant of our Lord Jesus Christ and Almighty God. He loved the Lord, his family, others, and his life which God so richly blessed.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ann Scragg, of 57 years, and his daughter, Cynthia Jayne Scragg. He is survived by his four children: Linda K. Petrilla, Vero Beach, FL; Charles "Chuck" W. Scragg, III, (Barbara), St. Simon Island, GA; Deborah A. Burgess, (Kevin), Oak Hill, WV; Stephen L. Scragg, (Debra), Tulsa, OK; four grandchildren: Lindsey Petrilla Cianci, (Mark); Christopher L. Scragg, (Tiffany); Charles "Chas" W. Scragg IV, (Shanna); Jonathan B. Scragg; and six great grandchildren; Samuel R. Cianci; Otis H. Cianci; Nicholas D. Scragg; Katherine G. Scragg; Ashlynn C. Scragg; and Logan H. Scragg. In addition, he is survived by his brother (the youngest of his twelve siblings), John L. Scragg (Elizabeth), Trinity, NC.

A memorial service will be delayed until further notice.

Donations may be made to: Christ By The Sea UMC, 3755 Highway A1A, Vero Beach, FL 32963; and Mt. Juliet UMC, 417 East 4th Street, Belle, WV 25015.

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Published by TC Palm from Jun. 3 to Jun. 7, 2020.

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12 Entries

Jim Rinehart

April 9, 2020

I would like to express My Sincere Condolences to the Family of Rev. Charles W. Scragg, Jr. I Loved and Respected Charles Very Much and he will be dearly missed. I was Truly Blessed and Specially Proud to have known Charles. My Thoughts and Prayers are with all of His Wonderful Family.

Michael Scragg

April 7, 2020

It is an absolute honor to be related to this man by name and blood. Hailey and I will always remember you Uncle Charles. She was always your girl. Now watch her grow, and blossom into that woman you knew she would become. We love you, forever. 3-21-11, 3-21-20. Tied together like a knot. I love you.

Emerson

April 2, 2020

A warm thanks for all youve done in service

Sad was the parting of the one we love so dear.

Were left with sweet memories of him once here in some small way, every single day precious memories of him will come our way.

Unseen and unheard, but always near his divine spirit is just as dear. Rest upon that mountain, thy good and faithful servant.

Forever in our hearts,
Emerson Family

Doy Davis

April 1, 2020

Worked many Trash and Treasures with the Rev. He gave me a Masonic belt buckle along the way.We cooked a lot of hot dogs for the T & T together. Take care Linda

Kevin Lantz

April 1, 2020

Rev. Charles Scragg was my superintendent in the Parkersburg area when I was entering into ministry. He was a great mentor to me and to many others throughout our West Virginia Conference. He was a colleague in Princeton when I came to my first appointment after seminary. His leadership has left a vacancy here in our conference. Our love to you and your family!

Rev. Dick Bowyer

March 31, 2020

I had a lot of good times with Charles and appreciate his ministry

Nancy Condron

March 31, 2020

I remember Rev. Scragg when he was my Pastor at Grace United Methodist church in Keyser. A wonderful man. Thoughts and prayers to the family.

Suzanne and Roy Knight

March 31, 2020

We were privileged to be appointed just down the road from Charles & Ann when we lived in Athens, WV and they were in Princeton, WV. They were so supportive and welcoming. We spent time together in many district meetings, dinners and breakfasts. Charlie and I got in trouble more that once for being too rowdy! He was so much fun to be around and yet was so formidable as a preacher and teacher. When we experienced the tragedy of losing a baby, he drove Roy all the way to Huntington, WV from Princeton so he could be with me at the hospital - no questions asked - what a kindness! We were so fortunate to know him and Ann, and their memory will always bring joy to us!

Dale Miller

March 31, 2020

I knew your parents many years ago. Your parents and my parents double-dated way back in the 40's and remained close friends for decades. I remember bits and pieces of stories they told of their antics and fun times together. My parents were Leroy and Wanda Miller of Charleston. They introduced me to your mom and dad at a very young age. Then, my connection with your parents through the United Methodist Church continued for many years. I remember your dad to have such a great smile and a wonderful sense of humor. He was so loving and kind. Your mom would always just grab my face and lay on a big kiss, I'll never forget them. It saddens me that in their later years we lost contact. As Charles goes on to his eternal home and his reunion with your mom and my parents, please know that your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you all as you share your many memories and your love for your dad. Dale and Ann Miller, Charleston, WV

Mary Miller

March 31, 2020

Rev. Scraggs was our District Superintendent when we lived in St. Marys, WV. He came to our home several times. He was so supportive of our children who were in elementary school.
He had a wonderful sense of humor and was a supportive and helpful mentor.
We visited Ann and him in Florida one time after they retired. Ann was a great asset to his ministry.

Marion Czaja

March 29, 2020

As Jacob acknowledged that God had been his Shepherd all his life, so has he been to Charles. Thankful for his life, his ministry and witness.Grace and peace . Marion Czaja

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