05-13-1963 to 05-28-2025
Jennifer was the eleventh child of fourteen. Born to the late Rev. Fordie and Mamie Willis on
May 13, 1963 in Wylie, TX. She accepted Christ at an early age. Jennifer received her education in Garland Public Schools.
On November 13,1981, she united in holy matrimony to Aaron Latrent Scruggs. To this union four children were born, one son and three daughters. Jennifer joined Pleasant Hill Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Sammy D. Willis, later she united with New Day Baptist Church also under the leadership of Sammy D. Willis.
In 2007, Jennifer united with Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Roy Lee Willis. At Shiloh, Jennifer was a faithful member where she sang in the choir and helped with the youth. In 2021, Jennifer joined the Lively Stone under the leadership of Rev. Cecil Osborne.
Pinky is preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Fordie and Mamie Willis, her son Arthronel
Scruggs, and brothers Fordie Willis Jr and Otis Willis. She leaves to cherish her memories, daughters LaToya and Danielle Scruggs of Terrell, TX and Ashley (John) Carrington of Palm Harbor, FL. Daughter-in-law, Shamekia Henderson of Terrell, TX. Ten grandchildren Jarrius, JaKayla, Brian, John, Jeremiah, Ja’Nielle, Jared, Toi, Jaylen and Harlee. Seven sisters Dorsey (Clint) Hill of Garland, TX, Marie (Craig) Duffey of Rockwall, TX, Willie Mae Rockwell of Lewisville, TX, Patricia Moore of Houston, TX, Wilma Willis, Diane Willis of Cypress, TX and Terri (Eric) Wesley of Rockwall, TX. Four brothers Billy (Altheria) Willis of Rowlett, TX, Roy (Shirley) Willis of Dallas, TX, Glenn Willis of Emory, TX and Timothy Willis of Rowlett, TX. God-sons Neil and DaWonya Tucker. Two very special friends Leroy Moss and Kelly Martin. Special niece Jackie . And a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Throughout her life she loved to sing, fish and cook. One of her greatest joys and inspirations were her grandchildren.
Public Viewing: Friday, May 9, 2025 from 6-8, DuBose Funeral Home
Service: Saturday, May 10, 2025 @ 11:00 AM
First Baptist Church, Terrell, Tx
Burial: Fairview Cemetery- Elmo,T x
Pinky you brought to me everything I would see you. I will miss you
When I saw you I would smile because you brought a smile with you everywhere you would go.
My Jen-Jen,
I can’t believe you are gone.God needed another angel. I loved going to work knowing you would be there ,you made my days so bright and enjoyable.I will miss talking to you if only checking up on you,I couldn’t believe it until I text your phone and your daughter told me it broke my heart my sunshine lady is gone but never forgotten.Whenever I think of you I know you will put a smile on my face.R.I.P my Jen-Jen until we meet again I Love you Lady
Jennifer, was a great friend n she was like a 3rd mom to me, she was always there with a smile n hug. Am going to miss her, rip Jennifer til we meet again, love u lady
Sis. Teri,
“The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; he knows those who take refuge in him.” Nahum 1:7
Wow my dearest friend, I will certainly miss the laughter we shared among other things. Rest in the arms of the LORD my friend and I shall miss and love you forever! There will never be another you because you are and was one of a kind. Lovingly your friend
Jerlene Moss
Love you forever my friend!!