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1943 - 2020
 James Warren “Scratch” Flowers, 76, of Huntington, WV, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Tuesday, June 9, 2020. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020 at Lewis Memorial Baptist Church, Huntington, by Dr. David Lemming. Burial will be in Ridgelawn Memorial Park, Huntington. He was born August 15, 1943, in Huntington, a son of the late James Rolley and Betty Evelyn Cassada Flowers. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by one daughter, Melinda Jane “Mindy” Flowers; one son, James Nicholas “Nic” Flowers; and one sister, Judy Smith. He is survived by his wife, Rebecca Jane Watson Flowers, his soul mate and whom he was married to for 58 wonderful years; one daughter, Shelly Rose (Terri Caldwell) of Huntington; one sister, Linda Bryant (Jim) of Pickerington, Ohio; one brother, Rick Flowers (Gerlinde) of Huntington; one special granddaughter, Brooke Rose (Jake Felix), and four great-grandchildren, Caden, Addie, Brady and Skyler, who brought more joy to his life than anyone could ever imagine. With some direction from his father-in-law, he took up a family trade as a painter and joined the local painters union DC #53 in 1961. He worked hard at his trade learning all he could working for the company by day and painting houses at night. Providing for the family he and Becky were building was his main goal. Later in his career he was given the opportunity to become a business owner in the field he knew best. He and Becky took on this big adventure with both feet on the ground running, buying C. E. Adkins & Son, Inc. He bought the business, mainly some step ladders and a truck. He grew it little by little, each year putting everything they made back into the business growing it to what it is today. Although he was a humble business man, loving husband and devoted family man, he was first and foremost a Godly man. His love for the Lord and trust in him was his guide. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville and from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday at the church. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace. |
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There are currently 9 condolences.
Jerry Lambert
Monday June 15, 2020 at
5:54 PM
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So sorry for your loss Becky and Shelly. Scratch was one of the nicest, most influential men I’ve ever met. He will be dearly missed by many, including myself. I don’t have the words to describe the loss or the sorrow.
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KENT WILFONG
kent.wilfong@dot.gov
Monday June 15, 2020 at
4:20 AM
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To Mrs. Flowers, Shelly, family, and friends: Thoughts and prayers regarding your loss. Mr. Flowers was one of the finest people I have ever known. Kent, Ryan, and Janice Wilfong
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Bruce Shoemaker
b.shoe@zoominternet.net
Saturday June 13, 2020 at
4:28 PM
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Sorry to just now finding out about Scratch's death.
I loved him like a brother. He was someone that I admired greatly. He was such a gentleman at all times.
Please call me at anytime and I will be there to help.
With loving thoughts
Bruce Shoemaker
304 633 0276
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Mark Klein
Saturday June 13, 2020 at
7:12 AM
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Shelly and Brooke so sorry for your loss. Scratch taught me a lot as a supplier and salesman. Was a gentle soul of a man and a great mentor. Rest In Peace Scratch.
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Peggy Caldwell Mullins
peggymullins@roadrunner.com
Friday June 12, 2020 at
12:53 PM
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Mom & Dad (Lois & Lowell) thought the world of Scratch. I remember visiting Uncle Jimmy as a kid and loved them all dearly. Prayers for peace and comfort during this time. Peggy Caldwell Mullins
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Peggy Caldwell Mullins
Peggymullins@roadrunner.com
Friday June 12, 2020 at
11:11 AM
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So sorry to hear of Scratch’s passing. My mom and Dad (Lois & Lowell) thought so much of him. Dad used to tell stories of “back when”. Prayers for peace and comfort. Peggy
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Bill Treacy
bctreacy@aol.com
Friday June 12, 2020 at
8:15 AM
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So sorry to see that Scratch has passed. He was a real gentleman. Worked with him and his company since he began. He will be missed.The world lost a terrific man. My thoughts and prayers are with Becky and Shelly.
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Jerry Sasser Family
Friday June 12, 2020 at
7:40 AM
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May our Precious Lord wrap his Loving arms around this family in this time of need. Prayers that your faith may strengthen and you may find peace within our one and only God.
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David A Wiley
davidawiley@gmail.com
Friday June 12, 2020 at
6:30 AM
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So sorry to hear of Scratch passing.
I'll never forget he and Don and their hot cars back in the day.It's hard to believe that was so long ago.We are out of town or I would definitely be there.
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