Robert Lewellyn Scarborough
Robert Lewellyn Scarborough
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Bobby was born in Surry County Virginia to Robert Scarborough (Jake) and Emma Wrenn Scarborough on July 5th, 1938. Bobby is survived by his daughter Janet Batten (Delk) and sons Tod Scarborough (Robin) and Troy Scarborough (Holly). Surviving grandchildren are Shelley Cofer (Billy), Robert Scarborough (Ashlyn), Lily Koschock (Tedd), Rhett Scarborough (Shannon) and Logan Scarborough. Surviving great grandchildren are Emma Cofer, Will Cofer, Anna Cofer, Briar Scarborough, Marleigh Koschock, Jake Koschock, and Reuben Scarborough. Bobby is preceded in death by his parents Jake and Emma Scarborough and wife Jackie Scarborough.
Bobby retired after 38 years of service with the Virginia Department of Transportation where he worked as an Inspector. Bobby loved music and played several instruments including Guitar, Fiddle and Bass. He Instilled the love of music in each one of his children and enjoyed playing with the Crumpler family and other local talent including the Thunder Creek Band. Bobby also spent time with his family at his Uncle Freeman Wrenn's farm in Spring Grove Virginia; he truly cherished the memories made there. Bobby loved to fish and bought a boat after he retired where he, Jackie and other friends and family enjoyed many days on the water together.
The family extends a special thank you to Shirley Haskins and Riverside Hospice and Dr. Donald Soles for assisting in Bobby's care.
A visitation will be held at R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home in Wakefield Va. on Friday, March 21, 2025 from 6 – 7:30 PM. A graveside service will be held at the Wakefield Cemetery on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 11 AM. Following the burial service, a reception will be held at Wakefield Baptist Church. Donations can be made to the Isle of Wight Rescue Squad or Wakefield Baptist Church where Bobby served as a Deacon among various other duties. Online condolences may be registered at RWBakerFH.com.
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Scott Sheffield
March 23, 2025
Very sorry to hear of Mr. Scarborough's passing. Having not seen him in decades I ran into him at a gas station, surprisingly he remembered me. He was a good old guy, sorry to see him pass.
Scott Sheffield
John A Presson
March 21, 2025
Johnny and Robin Presson and the Presson and Bain families wish our condolences and prayers for all the family and friends.
He will be greatly missed.
Rose Atkins
March 20, 2025
One if the finest, kindest, and gentlest men I've known. Our music family goes way back. Rest in Paradise Bobby.
Rose Atkins Stalnaker
Lori A Atkins
March 19, 2025
Dear Scarborough Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your dad. He was truly a remarkable man whose love for God, his family, and his church was evident to all who knew him. His passion for music, his unwavering faith, and his joy for fishing were just a few of the many ways he touched the lives of those around him.
Your dad´s legacy as a devoted husband, father, and servant of the Lord will continue to inspire us all. We rejoice in knowing that he is now at peace and reunited with his beloved Jackie, but we also mourn alongside you during this difficult time.
May you feel the closeness of God´s comforting presence and find strength in the beautiful memories you shared. We are holding you in our hearts and prayers.
Lori Atkins
Dan Spurlock
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