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Paper: Akron Beacon Journal (OH)
Deceased: Joe Ben Scroggins Sr.
Date: June 7, 2005

Joe Ben Scroggins Sr., died peacefully June 5, 2005.


Born in Mobile, Ala., he lived in Mississippi and Louisiana for most of his life. Joe served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. His career in the U.S. Navy began in 1944 and he retired in 1966.


Joe was preceded in death by the love of his life, and his son, Joe Ben Scroggins Jr. He is survived by his sons, Johnny Ray, Jerry Lee, and Jamey Jay (Donna) Scroggins; daughters, Jackie Gay (Jerry) Nemish and Joyce Ann (John) Hogue; grandchildren, Johnny Jr., Brian, Stacie, Chrissy, Jackie, Betty, Jacob, Jerry, Sara, Stephanie, Ashley, James, Dora, and Matt; numerous great-grandchildren; and brother, Charles Scroggins of England.


Funeral services Tuesday (TODAY), 5 p.m., at United Evangelical Church, 226 Southeast Ave., Tallmadge 44278, with Pastor Hollinger officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to service time at the church on Tuesday. Inurnment at Biloxi National Cemetery in Mississippi. Memorial contributions may be made to P.S.P. of United Evangelical Church. (HOPKINS LAWVER, AKRON, 330-733-6271.) www.hopkinslawver.com

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Section: DEATH NOTICE
Page: B7

Copyright (c) 2005 Akron Beacon Journal

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