James Scruggs

James Scruggs

August 24, 1947 - April 26, 2019

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James Earl Scruggs, 71, of Indianapolis passed away on April 26, 2019. James was born in Russellville, K.Y. to James and Alta (Baskerville) Scruggs on August 24, 1947.

Jim had three loves in his life. His first love was God, he loved going to church and learning more about God's word and end time prophecy.  His second love was his family. His family was his world, he would do anything for them. Jim loved spending quality time with each person in his family. Jim and his wife, Carolyn, spent a lot of time in the company of their children and grandchildren. Jim's final love was his guns. He dearly loved to buy and sell guns, target shooting, and working on his guns to keep them in pristine shape.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Stephen Wayne and Michael Lee Scruggs; and his sister, Shirley Marie.

He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Carolyn (Swope) Scruggs of Indianapolis; son, Michael (Amanda) Scruggs of Brighton, CO; daughter, Andrea Florez of Northglenn, CO; brother, Craig (Beverly) Scruggs of Avon; granddaughters, Phalicity Florez of Denver, CO, Danielle Florez of Commerce City, CO, and Meghan Scruggs of Brighton, CO; grandsons, Andrew Scruggs of Denver, CO, and Erik Florez of Northglenn, Co; great-grandsons, Zackariah Vance of Denver, CO, and Apollo Scruggs of Denver, CO.

A visitation will be held on Friday, May 3, 2019 at Stevens Mortuary, 5520 W. 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46224, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. A funeral service will be held at Stevens Mortuary on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at 11:00 AM. Pastor Richard Burdett will be officiating.

Arrangements entrusted to Stevens Mortuary 5520 W. 10th Street Indianapolis, IN. To leave the family an online condolence please visit www.stevensmortuary.net.

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Amanda
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To my dear Father-in-love, you will be missed more than words could ever say, but I know Heaven celebrated your entrance. You were my earthly Father when I had none. I will forever be grateful. Until I see you again someday, I love you. To my dear family, I love you to the moon and back. I'm so blessed to have you. All my love, Maaaaanda Paaaaanda
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Elton Family
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My family and I would like to express our deepest sympathy over the loss of James. May you find comfort in your loving memories, the warmth of family and friends and the wonderful hope found at John 5: 28 & 29. Once again, please accept our condolences.
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Jan Billings
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Carolyn - My family and I will keep you in our prayers. Jim always spoke to us during the garage sale day and always if we were outside i knew if you and him drove by I would always get a wave. Jim will now be an Angel watching over the family. God Bless You - your neighbor ladies will all be here for you! Jan Billings 10661 Swan Ct.
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Andrea Florez
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Where do I begin my wonderful daddy. You were the most loving, caring, protective, amazing father a girl could ask for. You were my rock and my hero and I cannot put into words how much I am going to miss you. I am so relieved that you are no longer in pain and you're not suffering anymore. You are now reunited with your parents and siblings who have passed before you. What a reunion that must have been! I will see you again daddy when my time on earth is done. I love you with all my heart!!
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Loray Rush
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Not sure I can say the right words that would let people know what I knew and thought of this kind, loving and wonderful man! He was first a child of the most High King and He was Jim’s first love! Next he was a wonderful husband to one of the sweetest ladies I know, he chose well! Next he was a wonderful father who absolutely only wanted the best for Andrea and Michael and was so proud of them! His grandchildren was just the icing on the cake for him! He was a great friend and a very caring person! He was well prepared to meet his Savior! Glad I will see him again one day!

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