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Official Obituary of

James Eason Scruggs

July 24, 1932 ~ October 27, 2025 (age 93) 93 Years Old

James Scruggs Obituary

James Eason Scruggs, 93, of Independence, MS passed away  October 27, 2025 at his residence.  He was a veteran having served in the Navy. James loved his family dearly and especially loved spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his son, Clark D. Scruggs (Debbie); grandchildren, Jeremy Scruggs, Christina Wilbanks (Josh), Bart Scruggs (Sydna); 7 great grandchildren; and 3 great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Linette F. Scruggs; son, Randy Scruggs; parents, Homer and Orelia Scruggs; sister, Sue Dancy; and brother, Ned Scruggs. 

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Services

Visitation
Wednesday
October 29, 2025

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Pate-Jones Funeral Home
4174 Hwy 51 South
Senatobia, MS 38668

Funeral Service
Wednesday
October 29, 2025

11:00 AM
Pate-Jones Funeral Home
4174 Hwy 51 South
Senatobia, MS 38668

Private Burial

New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery
1290 New Hope Rd.
Coldwater, MS 38618

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