Howard L. Scaggs, age 65 of Trenton, IL, died Friday, November 27, 2015, at Deceased’s Residence in Trenton, IL.
He was born on Thursday, December 08, 1949, in Ashland, KY, the son of Thurman and Edna (nee Saunders) Scaggs.
On Thursday, October 26, 1972, he married Wilda A. Scaggs (nee Stover) who survives.
He was a member of UAW-Local 325.
Born and reared at Ashland, KY. Following marriage he moved to Michigan for 11 years; then moved to St. Louis, MO. He retired in 2003 after 30 years working for Ford Motor Company. In 1986 he moved to Grantfork, IL; then moved to Lee Road south of Highland in 1995. He enjoyed watching his grandson play football and spending time with his grandchildren. He was a real sports fan, loved football and baseball. He was always a Chicago Cubs fan.
Survivors include:
Wife – Wilda A. Scaggs nee Stover, Trenton, IL
Son – Jonathan A. (Carrie) Scaggs, Kansas City, MO
Daughter – Elizabeth A. Scaggs, Highland, IL
Grandchild – Savannah K. Graham-twin, Highland, IL
Grandchild – Julia M. Graham-twin, Highland, IL
Grandchild – Paul R. “Bubbie” Graham, Highland, IL
Grandchild – Malary Scaggs, Kansas City, MO
Grandchild – Marley Scaggs, Kansas City, MO
Grandchild – Madelyn Scaggs, Kansas City, MO
Grandchild – Isabell L. Scaggs, Highland, IL
Grandchild – Gaven J. R. Coleman, Highland, IL
Brother – Leonard (Linda) Scaggs, Medina, OH
Sister In-law – Sandy Scaggs, KY.
He was preceded in death by:
Father – Thurman Scaggs
Mother – Edna E. Scaggs (nee Saunders)
Daughter – Amanda Kay Scaggs (Died 10/31/2015)
Brother – Robert Scaggs.
Arrangements are being handled by Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Tuesday, December 01, 2015, at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL.
Funeral service will be at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, December 01, 2015, at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL., with Rev. Dr. Beverly Wilkes Null, pastor, Highland Hope United Methodist Church, Highland, IL, officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to Highland Animal Shelter.
Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home
1501 Ninth at Lemon Street
Highland, IL 62249
618-654-2133
