Judy Lee Dunn Scroggs

judy lee scroggs

February 2, 1956 ~ November 22, 2023

Born in: Raleigh, NC
Resided in: Asheville, NC

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Judy Lee Dunn Scroggs, a cherished wife, sister, aunt, and friend to many, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. Born on February 2, 1956, in Raleigh, NC, she was the daughter of Lewis and Eleanor Dunn.

Growing up in New Bern, NC, Judy developed a lifelong love for the beach. In 1978, she graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she met and formed a lasting bond with her husband, John Cecil Scroggs, sharing 43 years of a loving marriage.

Preceded in death by her parents, Judy is survived by her brothers Robert Dunn (Melanie) of Morganton, NC, and David Dunn of Burgaw, NC. She is also survived by her nieces Melody Dunn Jenkins (Jason) of Raleigh, NC, Courtney Dunn King (Geoff) of Portland, OR, Cameron Scroggs Short (Matt) of Hudson, NC, and nephew Eric Dunn of Portland, OR.

Judy’s life was characterized by faith, courage, and a generous spirit. She possessed a strong will, an enormous heart, and a magnificent sense of humor. Her legacy includes the warmth she shared with friends, family, and pets, her adventurous spirit, contagious laughter, love for the beach and Carolina beach music, and an unwavering devotion to
the Tar Heels.

Friends are invited to pay their respects from 2:00-3:00 PM preceding the memorial service at 3:00 PM at Central United Methodist Church in Asheville, NC, on Saturday, December 2, 2023.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to Central United Methodist Church in Asheville, NC or Leukemia Lymphoma Society; www.lls.org.

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Memorial Service: December 2, 2023 3:00 pm

Central United Methodist Church
27 Church Street
Asheville, NC 28801
(828)253-3316

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Visitation: December 2, 2023 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Central United Methodist Church
27 Church Street
Asheville, NC 28801
(828)253-3316

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Funeral Home Assisting The Family:

Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road
856 Tunnel Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
(828)299-4416
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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  1. Dear John and family,
    While I only met Judy once, I could tell what an amazing person she was. My heart is breaking for you. Nothing can prepare you for the loss of a spouse – I know from experience. May God grant you comfort and peace.
    Paula Caldwell

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  2. Oh my how I will miss sweet Judy! Words can never express our grief to the deep extent we feel, but to John, all her family and friends, know how much I loved her joyous spirit, inimitable fight and courage and her resonating smile and laugh. She was a treasure in my life!

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  3. Judy will remain in our hearts forever. When I think of Judy, the words shining light to others beautiful spirit and soul, kind, joyful, sympathetic to others, loved all, and a true friend. She encompassed all the characteristics that I strive for in my prayers. I pray for peace during this time of great loss to John and her family.

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  4. John and family, My heart breaks for all of you. All of your LHS classmates thought of Judy as part of our class family. I am praying for God’s comfort and strength, peace and grace for all of you and especially for you, John. Know that you are always loved and thought of. Keeping you in my prayers.
    love, Lynn

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  6. Debbie and I are so sorry to hear about Judy’s passing. John please know you are in our prayers and thoughts. Peace be with you.

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  7. John, how special it was to see you and Judy just a few months ago at the reunion. It is hard to imagine this loss. Your classmates are grieving and praying for you and the family during this journey. Fly high Judy to your everlasting rest.

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  9. John I am so sorry about the passing of Judy. She was such a delightful lady to be around and kept a sweet smile on her face. She will be greatly missed. Thoughts and all the prayers for you during this time.
    Sincerely
    Tammy Baldwin

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  10. Oh John, we were so sorry to hear about Judy! I know she was the love of your life and such a beautiful woman. Her smile was contagious and always lit up a room. We will all continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Donna, David and Mallory

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  12. John and family,I’m so sorry to hear of Judy’s passing. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time. You all are in my prayers.

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  13. John, David, and Robert:

    My deepest sympathies over the loss of your wife and sister. John, we never met, but I can’t imagine the depth of your loss. I’ve been married for 40 years and have no idea how I would cope if I ever lost my husband, Jim. My prayers and thoughts go out to all three of you. May she rest in peace.

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  14. John, Karen and I were saddened to hear of Judy’s passing. We always enjoyed her visits to Burgaw. She had a great sense of humor. We will miss her.

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  15. Judy was a shining light in this dark world. I loved her as a cousin, but John, as her husband, your grief must be unimaginable. I pray the Lord will bring you comfort as only He can. I won’t be able to come to the service on Saturday–I’m so sorry. I hope the service is just what you need and what Judy would have wanted. God bless you.

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  16. Even though I don’t remember meeting Judy, she was Robert’s sister – which made her a sister of mine. God Bless You to the Scroggs and Dunn families.

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  17. It was a joy to meet Judy and experience her sense of humor. I admired her spirit of volunteerism and her devotion to her church. Rest in peace!

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  18. My prayer are with Judy’s entire family and her many friends. Judy had a wonderful partner in life, John. No words can express the feelings of loss, but know that the joys of the many wonderful memories shared are your comfort.

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  20. Dear John:

    Below is a quote that I strongly believe…and I hope it gives you some peace. Judy was a wonderful person, a wonderful neighbor, and someone I loved talking to. I know you will miss her all the days of your life.

    “Nothing you love is lost. Not really. Things, people—they always go away, sooner or later. You can’t hold them, any more than you can hold moonlight. But if they’ve touched you, if they’re inside you, then they’re still yours. The only things you ever really have are the ones you hold inside your heart.” ~Bruce Coville

    I know Judy will always be in your heart, in everything that you do and every move you make. Love and cherish the wonderful memories you made together.

    Love,
    Karlin Bohnert

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  21. John, I am so very sorry to learn of Judy’s passing. I cannot fathom the depths of your grief. I have such wonderful memories of Judy and my wedding photos to look upon as well! I always thought you and Judy had such admirable marriage and remarkable love for one another that most could only hope for. I pray each day brings a little more lightness to the heavy cloak of grief and pain you are wearing.

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