Leslie Bell Scroggins

March 10, 1918 - April 5, 2012

SCROGGINS, Leslie Bell , formerly of Williamstown, KY, went to be with the Lord from Rosedale Manor in Covington, KY on Thursday, April 5, at the age of 94. She was the faithful wife of Gene Scroggins, the devoted mother of five children and a committed Christian homemaker. Leslie was born on March 10, 1918 in Gallatin County, KY, the seventh of twelve children born to Charles and Ethel (Jackson) Sisson. She was preceded in death by her parents, 5 sisters and 5 brothers. Four of her own children also preceded her in death, Glenda Merkle, Richard, Garry and Ronald Close. She was also preceded in death by her son-in-law, Frank Merkle. She is survived by her loving husband of almost 59 years, Gene Scroggins, her son, Mark (Nancy) Scroggins, her sister, Vivian Hopperton, three daughters-in-law, Janice, Mary, and Elfiea Close, 11 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. The family desires to express special gratitude to the dedicated staff at Rosedale Manor who cared for Leslie with compassion and integrity during her stay there. The family also expresses special appreciation to Leslie''s church family at Calvary Baptist Church for their faithful visits and numerous expressions of loving kindness. Visitation will be on Monday, April 9, from Noon until 1:30 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 3711 Tibbatts Street, Covington, KY. The funeral service will follow immediately with Pastor Mark Scroggins officiating. Burial will take place at Williamstown Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Rosedale Manor or Calvary Baptist Church. Elliston-Stanley Funeral Home, Williamstown is serving the family. Online condolences: www.stanleyfuneralhomes.com