Priscilla Gayle Scallon

Priscilla Gayle Scallon obituary, LaPlace, LA

Priscilla Gayle Scallon

Priscilla Scallon Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home - LaPlace on Jun. 12, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Priscilla Scallon, age 82, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 6, 2025. Born Priscilla Gayle Clinton on Dec. 2,1942, in Baytown, Texas, she made her home in LaPlace, Louisiana, where she lived for the last 52 years.
She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 51 years, Turner J. Scallon, and her parents, Cecil Dee Clinton and Marie Wolff.
Priscilla is survived by her children: Stephen J. Scallon (Larie), Gregory L. Scallon (Staci), Teresa S. Holen (Kevin), brother Chuck Clinton and sister Laura Gregory. She was affectionately known as GiGi to her beloved grandchildren: Haydn Scallon (Holly), Kayleb Scallon (Morgan), Catherine Scallon, Elizabeth Scallon, Sarah Holen (Angel), and Matthew Holen (Tess). She also leaves behind her niece, Ashley Gerke (Lee), along with extended family members and dear friends.
She was a gentle kind soul that relished in taking care of others. She had a creative spirit and a love for painting, sewing, arts and crafts, baking, gardening, playing cards, and most of all, spending time with family and friends. She was a proud longtime member of La-Busy Bees, LaPlace chapter, where she built lasting friendships and shared her many talents.
Services and interment will be private, in keeping with her wishes. Arrangements have been entrusted to Millet-Guidry Funeral Home in LaPlace. Memories and condolences may be offered at www.milletguidry.com

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

How to support Priscilla's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Priscilla Scallon's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Priscilla Scallon's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?