Randy Lewis Scruggs

Randy Lewis Scruggs was born on March 19, 1952, in El Paso, Texas, to William Lewis “Bud” Scruggs and Marcella Lorraine (Stoops) Scruggs. He spent his formative years in Columbia, Missouri, where he attended school and graduated from Hickman High School with the Class of 1970. Pursuing higher education, Randy attended the University of Missouri, earning a double major in Journalism and Radio, Television, and Film. He graduated with the Class of 1978. On November 24, 1984, Randy married Rebecca Louise Sisk in Columbia, Missouri. Their union spanned over 40 years, and together they were blessed with one son, Matthew. Randy and Rebecca settled in the Pulaski County area, where Randy dedicated many years as Editor-In-Chief of the Richland Mirror Newspaper, serving his community with commitment and integrity. In his leisure time, Randy was passionate about music, with a particular love for jazz and the works of Frank Sinatra. He enjoyed reading Classic Literature, collecting comic books, and watching movies—especially Star Trek, John Wayne films, westerns, war movies, and James Bond features. A devoted sports fan, Randy cheered for the St. Louis Cardinals and Kansas City Royals in baseball, and the Kansas City Chiefs and Missouri Tigers in football. He enjoyed following the summer and winter Olympics, watching boxing, and participating in chess and Dungeons and Dragons. As dedicated as he was to his favorite teams, Randy also had strong opinions about their rivals, particularly the Chicago Cubs, Las Vegas Raiders, and the Kansas Jayhawks. Early in life, Randy made a profession of faith and became a member of Buckhorn Baptist Church. On Saturday, September 27, 2025, he passed away at the Life Care Center of Waynesville, Missouri, after bravely battling Parkinson’s disease. He attained the age of 73 years and is deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Randy is survived by his wife, Rebecca L. Sisk-Scruggs of their home; son, Matthew Scruggs of St. Robert, Missouri; mother, Marcella Steinman of Mentor, Ohio; sister, Brenda Berstler (John) of Mentor, Ohio; stepbrother, Scott Steinman (Heidi) of Olathe, Kansas; stepsister, Suzi Wilson (Tom) of St. Louis, Missouri; uncle, Jerry Stoops (Pam) of Florida; sister-in-law, Ann Cooper (Gary); nieces, Elizabeth Berstler (Chris), Betsy Via (Keegan), Katie Wilson, and Renee Cooper; nephews, Trevor Steinman, Cooper Steinman, and Paul Cooper (Mary-Jo); great-niece, Ruby Berstler-Wass; as well as numerous other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, William “Bud” Scruggs; brother, Kenneth Allen Scruggs; stepfather, Robert Steinman; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Jack Sisk Sr. and Sarah Sisk; brother-in-law, Jack Sisk Jr.; and nephew, Phillip Cooper. Though Randy is no longer with us, his spirit will remain in our hearts forever. Celebration of Life services will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 8, 2025, in the Buckhorn Baptist Church of Waynesville, MO. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Randy Scruggs and may be left at Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert.

Randy Lewis Scruggs

March 19, 1952 - September 27, 2025