Patricia (Patsy) Falkner Scruggs

Patricia (Patsy) Falkner Scruggs, 90, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Patsy was preceded in death by her husband, Pat Scruggs and her son, Mike Scruggs. They had 3 children Mike (Jennie B.) Scruggs, Beth (David) Scinta & Jennie (Andy) Johnson. Grandchildren: Tanner (Katy) & Duncan (Katie) Scruggs, Blake (Kary), Clay (Ali) & Elizabeth Scinta, Drew & Will Johnson. Great grandchildren: James & Claire Scinta, Layla Oliver, Bodhi & Archie Scruggs. Born on November 1, 1934 Patsy, was a lifelong resident of Knoxville before spending 23 cherished years on Hilton Head Island. She returned to her beloved hometown, Knoxville, four years ago. Patsy was very proud of the schools she attended. A graduate of Central High School, and she attended the University of Tennessee where she was a devoted member of the Delta Delta Delta Sorority. She was then a stewardess for American Airlines & loved flying the friendly skies. Her passion for her community led her to serve on the Board of Directors for the 1982 World’s Fair, the Dogwood Arts Festival, and the Multiple Sclerosis Society. She was also an active member of Cherokee Country Club, Nine O’Clock Cotillion, Cat & Fiddle Social Club & a model for Lillie Rubin. She had a deep love for the arts and an innate ability to connect with people, forming lasting relationships throughout her life. She never met a party she didn’t like and she embraced life with enthusiasm. She was a long time member of Second Presbyterian Church and then Sequoyah Presbyterian Church. Patsy found joy in traveling internationally, domestically, or just around town with her best travel friend Leslie Testerman. Patsy’s passion for fun will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. The family would like to thank Alzheimer’s Tennessee, The Lantern at Morning Pointe, UT Hospice Services & the extraordinary caregivers who helped in Patsy’s last months. A private burial will be held at Berry Highland Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, April 11 from 2:00-4:00pm at Cherokee Country Club. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Tennessee at www.AlzTennessee.org or by mailing a check to “Alzheimer’s Tennessee” 5801 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919. Arrangements by Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rosefuneraltn.com.

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Patricia (Patsy) Falkner Scruggs

November 1, 1934 - March 21, 2025