of North Little Rock, AR
March 31, 1948 - October 29, 2014
Ronald Joseph ''Joey'' Scarborough, 66, of North Little Rock passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2014. Joey was preceded in death by his father, Zannie M. ''ZM'' Scarborough and a nephew, David Piper.
Joey was a Navy veteran, where he served two tours in Vietnam as a Seabee and Diver. After the military, he worked for the Arkansas Highway Department and retired as an Inspector Supervisor of Construction. He was a member of Victory Baptist Church. He was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife, Sharon Dooley Scarborough; his mother, Ruth Scarborough; three daughters, Shannon Covan (Jerry), Suzanne Hill (Shane), and Amy Scarborough; sister, Sandra Cash (Dale); and five grandchildren, Sydney Scarborough, Jordan Brookings, Kristin Hill, Kayla Hill and Joseph Caskey and host of other family and friends.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, November 1, 2014 at Roller-Owens Funeral Home Chapel, 5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd., North Little Rock, AR 72116 (501-791-7400). Interment will follow at Edgewood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 4-6 p.m., Friday, October 31, 2014 at the funeral home. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to The Wildcat Foundation, P.O. Box 94926, North Little Rock, AR 72190-4926.
I will never be the same
Sorry to hear about Joey. I went to school with him and were friends long ago. He always had a smile for you. Sweet guy. My condolences to the family.
Joe is gone too soon. I am so very sad. He is missed. May God bless and comfort his family.
Joey lived an honorable life. The best are taken too soon. He will live on, in the lives of many that love him. May God bless his family, friends, & loved ones. He will be greatly missed.
I am deeply saddened by the loss of a Great High School friend, talented football player, & all around Great guy. I will never forget Biology class -Joey & I had Mr. Ward together. My condolences to his wife, daughters & family. Joey will be greatly missed. I will keep you all in my prayers to help you through these difficult times.
I was in A school with Joey in 67 / 68. Even though we were in diffent battalions, we ran across each other in Vietnam twice, once each deployment. We became quite close and the last time that I saw him was on my last deployment. He called me out of the blue a few months back and we have been trying to get together but did not make it. I had a private message session with him on Wednesday about t shirts. I am so srry for your loss and sorry that I did not get to visit with him. I only learned of this today. I would have been privaledged to ride with the "Guard" for him.
I hadn't seen Joey since high school but had reconnected with him on Facebook. He would come to our gigs in high school when our band played and would help me carry my drums and give me rides sometimes. When his buddy, Johnny Garner, started singing with our group he was there even more, and I would hang out with the two of them. Some of my memories of Joey inspired one of the characters in "Summertime Blues," my novel of growing up in North Little Rock. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family.
My deepest condolences go out to the family. I am deeply sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the words found in Job 14:13,14. Look forward to a time when Jesus promised at John 5:28,29 "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out....'
Remember Joey from Jr & Sr High School. We were both in the Class of '66. I was so shocked to see the news of his passing. Saw a post he made on FB on the 20th of Oct. My heart felt condolences to his family and friends. We have lost one of the good ones. God Bless.
Sandy,
I am so sorry about Joey. May God bless you & keep you during this difficult time.
Ruth and Sandra, I was saddened to hear of Joey's passing. I have such fond memories of our youth and all the times we had growing up on Glenmere. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family at this difficult time.
Kindest personal regards,
Dan Bradford
Lynn , so so very sorry about your sudden loss. I'm thinking of you . Let me know if I can help in any way . Vicki
Joey was such a sweet, kind and loving person. So saddened to learn of his death. Have known him since junior high days. He was always ready with a warm smile and hug. My sincere condolences to his family. He leaves behind a wealth of fond and loving memories.
Joey will be missed so much by our household. He was such a help to our family.
Suzanne,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
I'm so sorry to hear about Joey's passing. Words cannot express how deeply saddened I am for you and your family. I know Joey was your soul mate and life will be forever changed for you. Keep those precious memories only the two of you shared close to your heart. If there is anything I can do, please call. Me anytime, if just to talk. I love you Lynn!
We had many laughs and shared many memories of the service. Joe will be missed by all his friends at the WH.
Rest In Peace My Friend
We will have eternity to share our laughs together again!
Corvette Joe
Sending thoughts and prayers to all family and friends of Joey.
Bill and Lynn Burnett
My heartfelt love to you and your family Suzanne. So many memories in my life include you and your family!! GREAT MEMORIES!! I feel blessed to be a part if your life and that I was a part if your dad's!! My thoughts and prayers are with you through this time.
Our love and prayers,
The Burt family,
Kevin, Nikki, and Zach
Know Joey for almost 53 years going back to our days at Ridgeroad and NLR High where Joey was a very gifted football player. He will be sorely missed by his family and many friends. God Bless Trav
Friends forever.