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