Michelle Lavertta Scruggs was born on February 27, 1957 to Richard L. Scruggs and Betty J. Phillips. As a child growing up in the Country Club Crest section of Vallejo she was well known and loved for her happy personality and infectious laughter. She attended Olympic School, Solano Jr. High and graduated from People’s High School. She later went on to become a certified nursing assistant. She traveled extensively and lived in Texas, Alabama, Florida and Virginia. In the late 1990’s she moved to Virginia to be closer to her immediate family. She loved to spend time with friends and family and was the life of the party. Later in life Michelle moved in with her sister Sheila Scruggs-Hayes, who was with her until she passed peacefully on August 1, 2021. Michelle was preceded in death by her father Richard L. Scruggs, brother Richard A. Scruggs and sister Lisa A. Epting. Michelle is survived by her sister Sheila Scruggs-Hayes and a host of nieces, nephews and other family and friends. Especially Pamela Thornton who was her nurse, who cared for her lovingly until her death.
Michelle Lavertta Scruggs
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Saturday, August 14, 2021
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Joyce Squire says
August 14, 2021 at 12:29 amHurt me deeply to hear of your passing. I Will miss your laughter. Rest well.
Tijwanua Green says
August 14, 2021 at 7:35 amIt’s hard to believe your gone. Wow, what a ride. Going to miss your crazy, wild self. Always the life of the room. I remember us always in trouble by your sister, LOL. But no matter what you gave so much to us all, May you rest in peace Aunt Chell. And to the Family I send my condolences and I love you all. I’m a call away always.