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Obituary For Annie Scarborough

Annie Scarborough made her transition from this life on Saturday, June 26, 2021 at WFBH High Point Medical Center. She was born July 19, 1950, in High Point, NC, the daughter of the late William Houston and Vergie Gaskins. She was the oldest of four children. She was a proud graduate of William Penn High School “LAST CLASS of 1968” (before total integration) where she played tennis, which was her favorite sport to watch. She even watched the French Open a week before her passing. In addition to her parents, Annie was preceded in death by her grandmother, Lillie Smith, and youngest brother, Everette Javon Gaskins.

After high school and one semester attending N.C. A&T, Annie began her professional career at Prudential Insurance Group. She was a loyal employee for 25+ years serving as a claim processor and later a supervisor that required frequent travel to Florida. During her faithful years at Prudential, she developed friendships that will be everlasting.

Annie was the “cook of all cooks.” She made the best tasting collards, macaroni and cheese, broccoli casserole and potato salad. People would drive from Winston Salem and Greensboro for her potato salad. Annie spoiled her daughters because they never had to cook for Thanksgiving or Christmas Holiday. Her family looked forward to her Sunday meals accompanied by her good ole sweet tea.

Annie became a member of Williams Memorial C.M.E. Church (then St. Matthews) at the age of 16 and began a life-long commitment of servanthood. As a teenager she attended conferences. As an adult, per her mother’s request to assist, she served as an advisor for the Young Harmonettes (now Robert J. Williams Young Adult Choir). Annie served with passion and commitment in the following ministries:

• Stewardess • Adult representative and member of the local and regional Board of Christian Education • Officer and member of the Choral Ensemble, Mass Choir and RJW • Officer and member of the local and regional Missionary Society

She was a founding member of the Ebony Gospel Chorale and from that ministry a family bond was created.

Annie will be cherished by her three children, Rev. Niki Scarborough Spencer (Thomas), Pamela Scarborough James (Shawn), and Billy R. Scarboro, Jr.; The Mighty Seven grandchildren, Cedric D’Shaun, Stephany Siara, Stacey Simone, Jacob Bracy, Starr Sinece, Aiden Jonathan and Austin Roger; two great-grandchildren, Kamryn Brielle-Lynn and Camari Thomas; one sister, Linda “Peaches” Campbell; one brother, Lonnell “Zeke” Roseboro (Lisa). She will also be remembered by her nieces, nephews, cousins (Smith, Houston, Lee & Glover families); god-daughter, Courtney Allen; god-son, Jeremy McCray; dear friends, Annette Baldwin, Debra Bell Lowe, Dorothy Lawson and many who were near and dear to her.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, July 3, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. at Living Water Baptist Church, 1300 Brentwood Street. Interment will follow at Guil-Rand Memorial Park. Ms. Scarborough may be viewed on Friday, July 2, 2021 at Phillips Funeral Service Chapel from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

Guest Book

I will always remember Ms Annie, I will never forget her beautiful voice singing in the choirs at church. I will be praying for all of you. There is no words to say to take the pain away so I will say I love you all and if there is anything I can do please let me know. My number is 336-987-5515. Mary Richmond

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To Annie's Family and Friends All of you are in my prayers! It was such a pleasure to know Annie and sing with her and the Ebony Chorale and serve as their MC on several Anniversaries !🙏🏾🌹 Margie Thompson

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To Annie's Family and Friends All of you are in my prayers! It was such a pleasure to know Annie and sing with her and the Ebony Chorale and serve as their MC on several Anniversaries !🙏🏾🌹 Margie Thompson

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To Annie's family. You all are in my prayers. Mary McFarlin (New Hope Gospel Choir) Greensboro NC

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To the Scarborough siblings, grand children and friends condolences to your family with deepest sympathy Vernon Eric Cannady and family

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May God rap his loving arms around you and your family through this time of grief. Please know that I will be praying for you and your family as you continue to live your life without your loving mother. I love you!

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Sendingo our Deepest Sympathy to Pam,Nikki,& BJ from The Blue/McGill Family. May God Comfort you all during this time.

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JC Singers-Benson, NC Praying for you and your Family!

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Praying for you and the Family.

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We are deeply saddened by the loss that you and your family have encountered. Please accept our most sincere condolences. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God continue to give you the peace that you seek. May our condolences bring you comfort and may our prayers ease the pain of the loss of your mother. Very kind and sweet lady! Chris & Tara Green

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To the Family: Know that Annie is resting in the arms of the Father she loved and worshipped through her singing his praises and the beautiful life she lived. Old and new memories of her will forever be a part of our lives and we are grateful to have shared space in this world with her. From Leonard Street School, Griffin Jr. High and William Penn High, she was our Annie. God be with you all during your time of bereavement. Hold on to His unchanging hand. Tony & Daisy McCorkl (class of 68')

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May the spirit of the living God give you peace and strength during your time of loss. Annie will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you all. Jackie, Brandon and Bridgette Best

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I am at loss for words to hear about annie I worked with her at Prudential Ins. She and I were very close as we shared time together at work. She was always smiling and cutting up. She was the best person I had ever known. My heart is sad to today but I know God is smiling for he has gained another angel. Love and prayers to the family.

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Remembering Annie....when I was small she was there, as a young adult she was there. She pressed my hair, dressed me for my first prom, held me when I was down and treated me like her own. All of my life she was there and now there is a void. Niki, Pam and B.J. know that we are feeling the sadness yet holding you all up in sincere prayer. She preached he own eulogy so Annie, take your rest and we'll see you on the other side. Love, Rev. Marlo and Michael Shoffner

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Our sincere prayers go to the Scarboro family. May God keep you in his care. We loved Annie. She was a sweet lady who I loved to hear sing. To EGC, her voice remains within the Chorale.

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To the family of "Momma Annie", I am sending prayers up for your peace and comfort during this difficult time. May God wrap His loving arms around you ALL in the days ahead. Love you all. Shayla Parker

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To the Scarborough Family I am sorry for your physical lost. But I rejoice with you in our beloveth sister who has gone to be where others such as ourselves are longing to go. She is no pain, but singing and rejoicing all the day long May God continue to wrap his loving arms around you from this day forward letting you know he will never leave you nor forsake you. Much love, Toby Atkins and Family

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To the entire Scarborough family, I pray that God continues to wrap you all in his comforting arms and send his healing angels to surround you all during this difficult time. Working with Ms. Annie at Food Lion was one of the best experiences. Ms. Annie was so sweet and treated me as if I was her own. I will miss her dearly and that beautiful smile and laugh! Rest on, Ms. Annie. You definitely gained your wings. God Bless you all

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My Condolences To The Scarborough Family.Mrs Annie Will Truly Be Miss.Another Angel Has Received Their Wings,To Go Home To Their Heavenly Father To Rest And Sleep In Paradise🙏🏿🙏🏿

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My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family, whenever I saw Annie at family events she always had her genuine smile and greeted you with caring love. May God continue to bless the family during this time of bereavement.

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Hello, Family: We are grateful to God for sharing Annie with us. Annie made so many contributions to God's World. Annie loved people and people loved her back. Our Love and Prayers are with you always. May God continue to Keep you in His Loving Arms. Rev. Bobby W. Green, Jr. and Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green

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I offer my condolences and deepest sympathy to the family. So sorry for your loss.

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My Deepest Condolences to the Family. Annie has left a Heart warming imprint in my Life with some of my most fondest memories. I'll always remember her leadership with 'The Young Harmonettes Choir'. Much Love & Appreciation. Many Prayers for the Family & May God comfort you during this difficult time! Terri Gibson aka Lynette

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There are no words to express my condolences to Annie's personal or church family. She was a true Servant of God with out limitations or drawbacks to her church or her family. I worked with Annie for nearly 20 years at Prudential. Softball was our game and oh the fun we had when we were young! She never lost that beautiful smile that she always displayed. She leaves a legacy to her family as well as her church family and friends. May her love and memories sustain each of you and forever be with you now and forever. Carry her legacy in your heart!❤️ With Love & Sympathy Betty B. DANIEL (BoBoDo my nickname she called me)

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Prayers for the family and Williams CME family. God is the Lifter of Our. Playing pac man and hanging out at Our house, eating playing games. Laughing, Coming to sing with both Choral groups with over 52 together of singing Praises to God beginning with Williams CME mainly

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My Condolences to the Scarborough Family as you grieve the loss of your Sweet loving mother Annie. She was a Champion to me when we played ball together for many years. Then she became a Champion for Jesus. She really loved the Lord and did all she could to serve him in many areas of ministry. She will be greatly missed but she's earned her Wings and now her Rest has begun. My Prayers are with the Family for Annie's race is over!🙏🏾 #R.I.ParadiseAnnie!🌹

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I can't remember a time when she wasn't helping someone or brightening someone's day with her generosity, laughter, and smile. She will be greatly missed! V/R The Robinson Family

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Deepest and heartfelt sympathy from the Tart/ James families.We know your pain is great but God is able to heal the broken hearted. We love you and are keeping you in our prayers.

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Our deepest condolences and prayers William Penn Class of 1967

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My deepest sympathy and prayers,Annie will live forever in our hearts. She has been a true and dear friend since growing up in the Burns Hill Community together as kids.

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The message to Annie's family and friends was sent by Rev. Brenda Geter and daughter Minister Jacqulyn Geter-Hunter. Started lifting you all in prayer when we were first informed and please know we will continue to do so. I know that Rev. Williams and we the Williams Memorial Church Family will feel the void, and we say BUT GOD is able to bring about wholeness. Blessings!!

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To Annie's family and friends, I was so very sorry to hear of Annie's passing. I remember her always being busy at annual conferences and singing in the choir, and could she ever sing? O' yes she could. Not only was she in the music but the music was in her. We shall continue to pray for God's comfort to be with each of you.

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My deepest condolences to the family! My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May the love and comfort of God sustain you during this time. Rev. Lisa Shelton

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Niki, praying for you and your family. Paula Thomas

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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