Robert Carroll Scoggins, Sr., 82, of 45 Broadway Extension, Tryon, NC died Saturday, October 08, 2011 in St. Luke's Hospital, Columbus, NC. Born in Polk Co., NC, he was the son of the late Claude and Eloise Foster Scoggins. He was formerly employed by the town of Tryon as Water Superintendent. A veteran of the U.S. Navy having served in the Korean Conflict, Mr. Scoggins was a member of the American Legion Post #250. He was a member of the Tryon Fire Department for over thirty years, and a past member of the Tryon School Board. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Tryon. Surviving are his wife of 58 years, Emily Rose Brantley Scoggins; two sons, Robert C. "Bob" Scoggins, Jr. of Tryon, NC and Tim Scoggins (Sondra) of Campobello, SC; one daughter, Pam Scoggins McFalls of Columbus, NC. Also five grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Clarence G. Scoggins and a sister, Genelle Scoggins Rickenbacker. Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday, October 10, 2011 in the McFarland Funeral Chapel, Tryon, NC with his nephew Phil Scoggins and Rev. Jeff Harris officiating. Family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30p.m. Sunday, October 9, 2011 in the McFarland Funeral Chapel. Memorials may be made to your favorite charity.
To
to the family, please