BORN

1937

DIED

2015

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Hill Crest Memorial Funeral Home & Park - Haughton

601 US Highway 80 East

Haughton, Louisiana

Donald R. Scroggins, USA (Ret.) Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 20, 2015.

SHREVEPORT, LA – Services for Donald R. Scroggins will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 23, 2015 at Hill Crest Memorial Chapel with Rev. Danny Nugent of North View Assembly of God and Rev. Krystopher Scroggins of the Assemblies of God World Missions officiating. Interment will follow at Hill Crest Memorial Park with military honors. The family will be receiving friends for visitation on Friday, May 22, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Donald was a self-made man, born in Columbus, GA to Bennie and Bettie Scroggins. He graduated from Bossier High school in 1957 where he was an all-state athlete. He served 4 years in the Marine Corp, then served 17 years in the Army. His military career spanned from a master parachutist, in the 101st Airborne, to flying Helicopter Gunships for two tours in Vietnam, earning the Distinguished Flying Cross amongst many other honors before retiring at the rank of Major. He graduated from William Carey University in Hattiesburg, MS with a BA in business.
He was a proficient horseman who loved training and showing horses. He seemingly could build or fix anything with his hands. He was a man of strong convictions and great faith. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend who will be dearly missed.
Donald was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Bennie Randell Scroggins and his sister Mary Dale Hutches. He is survived by his wife Kyle Ann Scroggins, sons Kelly Scroggins and Charles Frank Scroggins, grandchildren Stephanie Holcombe, Krystopher Scroggins and Steven Scroggins, 7 great grandchildren, sisters Joyce Van Brocklyn and Gale Dzvonick, brothers Roger D. Scroggins and Errol W. Scroggins and many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the Alzheimer's Association at alz.org.
Condolences may be left for the family and the guestbook may be signed online at www.hillcrestmemorialfh.com

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June 3, 2015

Karen Nennig

Aunt Kyle,

Uncle Don was always so very special to me. His hugs were the best, and I always loved visiting so I could get one of his big bear hugs! I will miss seeing him again, and will love him always! Can you just imagine him, Daddy, Randy, Patsy, and Ted in Heaven with Grandmother? They must be giving her fits!! :) You are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you!

May 22, 2015

Faye Sayer(Conly)

My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family of my old classmate in the '57
graduating class of Bossier High School.
Such a good man and football player! My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

May 22, 2015

Ben Harper

I remember writing to you while you were serving our conuntry in Viet Nam. You traveled the world as a soldier and your corageous service to your contry will never be forgotten. You received the Silver Star in recognition for your bravery. Wow, how special was that. I am so proud of you sir.

May 21, 2015

Danielle Mills

I don't even know where to begin. I am so saddened by the loss of such an amazing person. Mr. Don you were more than just a friend, but like a father figure to me. I love you and will miss you so dearly.

May 21, 2015

Steven Scroggins

I guess it's almost time Major. The world will suffer a great loss from your absence, but they will not forget your impact.
You are the most important man I have and ever will have rendered customs and courtesies to. You are the reason I stand and the reason I wade forward.
Rest easy Sir, I love you.

May 21, 2015

Kyrstopher Scroggins

I distinctly remember the assignment. I cannot remember if it was first or second grade, but I remember doing it. We were asked to write a paragraph on who our heroes were and why. I recall many of my friends choosing comic book characters, athletes, or famous figures, but my choice was easy. My hero was my Grandpa. He was a self-made man, an all-state athlete, a war hero, a successful businessman, a loving husband and father. He seemingly could build or fix anything with his hands, was a man of strong convictions, and a man of great faith. He was my hero then and is to this day. For 32 years I could call and speak to the man that had done more to shape my character than anyone else, outside of Jesus Himself.


Yesterday, my hero passed away. My Grandpa has gone on to meet the Savior and King that He loved and has taken his place around the Throne of the Lamb. Or, possibly, the marine is guarding Heaven's golden streets like the Marine Hymn says. I know this, I will see him again and that will be a great day.


I will miss you.

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