Carroll Gerald "Jerry" Scruggs

Carroll Gerald "Jerry" Scruggs, age 79, of Kings Mountain passed away Wednesday, November 25, 2020, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC.

He was the son of the late William Thomas Scruggs and Ruby Woods.  Jerry was a native of Spartanburg, SC and was a faithful and loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Shirley Ann Scruggs of Kings Mountain, NC; four sons, Carroll Scruggs, Jr., (Missy), Richie Scruggs (Tammy), Eddie Scruggs (Cindy), and Gary Scruggs; a daughter, Debbie Scruggs (Scott); two sisters, Anne Stanley and Ollie Garmon; 10 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.  He also leaves behind dedicated and devoted military brothers, Wesley Wolf (BowWow), Richard "Big Nick" Nixon, and Gary Walene.

Jerry honorably served in the United States Army for 24 years and retired as a first Sergeant (E8).  He was a veteran of the Vietnam War.  During his time of service he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Bronze Star Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with four Bronze Service Stars, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry, Combat Infantryman Badge, Expert Infantryman Badge, Meritorious Service Medal, Army of Occupation Medal Berlin, Good Conduct Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Army Commendation Medal and Drill Sergeant Badge.

The family will hold a private service at the West Chapel of Greene Funeral Service, Gastonia.  First Sergeant Scruggs will be laid to rest in the Arlington National cemetery in Arlington, Virginia where he will receive full military honors.