Brian Scroggins

Brian Dean Scroggins, 56, of Edgerton, Wisconsin, passed away on Friday, February 23rd, 2024, at Mercyhealth hospital in Janesville Wisconsin. Brian was diagnosed with a rare and very aggressive form of lung cancer. Brian fought until his body wouldn’t fight any longer. The war he fought was a short five weeks. Born August 20th, 1967, in Albion Michigan, he was the baby of the of seven children born to James H Scroggins Sr. and Betty Scroggins. Brian is survived by his wife and soul mate Theresa, daughter Christina, daughter Brianna and husband Adam, son Brian, three grandchildren: Jennifer, Koralyn, and Logan, and his siblings: sister JoAnn, brother Jim and wife Maria, and brother Scott as well as many nieces and nephews that he loved dearly. He was predeceased by his parents, sisters Cathy and Terri, brother Mike and baby nephew Mikey. Brian grew up in Albion, Michigan and loved escaping life at the Whitehouse Nature Center. He loved all that nature had to offer - flowers, birds, animals, and most importantly peace and serenity. When he wasn’t at the nature center, he would be listening to music or playing guitar with his cousin Eric in hopes of them becoming rock stars one day. He had a deep love and passion for all kinds of music. He learned to play guitar by ear when he was very young and was also gifted at playing several different instruments. He always had a song on his mind and if an instrument wasn’t around to play, he would tap his feet or tap his fingers on a table to the beat of whatever was in his heart. He passed his talents on to his daughter Brianna and son Brian. He also enjoyed going to concerts with Theresa and collecting concert T-shirts. He loved the city of Detroit and was a dedicated fan of the Detroit Lions and Michigan Wolverines; he watched every game possible. He also loved the Detroit Red Wings and the Detroit Tigers and any time he visited MI, he always returned with team memorabilia for his family. Brian was also a certified KCBS BBQ judge and loved judging competitions around WI and IL. Two very memorable competitions for Brian were when he and Theresa met Johny Trigg and Meathead Goldwyn, two celebrity names in the world of competition BBQ. Brian also enjoyed smoking meat for his family and friends and was always happy to compare and share tips and tricks on how to make competition style meats. He will always be remembered for his hilarious sense of humor. His humor helped him get through hard times throughout his life and he used it to help others do the same. Brian knew how to make light of every situation, good or bad, including his own. His witty sense of humor remained with him in his darkest moments even to the end. He was always true to himself and everyone he knew. He was honest, passive, loving, and very caring, and family always came first. He loved his three children dearly and was deeply honored to be raising his two granddaughters Jen and Kora. Brian was ecstatic to finally have a grandson, Logan, and truly cherished his short time with him. At age 20, Brian and Theresa met in Escanaba Michigan; it was love at first sight for both. Brian did not have an easy life but with Theresa by his side for over 35 years, they overcame many obstacles and accomplished many things together. Early in their lives “If We are Lost” by Blue Rodeo became their song. It was and is a testament to the love they shared for one another. Theresa stayed by Brians side in the hospital during his five-week battle with cancer and remained with him as he took his last breath. While we are grieving Brian, I know the last thing he would want is for his loved ones to dress in black and cry. He was a fun-loving man and the life of every party. To honor his memory, I’d like to invite friends and family to join us at his favorite place, his home, to celebrate his life. Celebration of Life Service Brian Dean Scroggins (August 20th, 1967 – February 23rd, 2024) August 17th, 2024 5pm – 8pm 11611 N. Woodsview Crossing Edgerton, WI. 53534

Brian Scroggins

August 20, 1967 - February 23, 2024