Celebrating the life of
Phyllis Jo Scarborough
December 26, 1935 - February 01, 2026
Phyllis J Scarborough of Savannah GA, 90 went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at Azalealand Nursing facility under the care of Hospice of Savannah and the many devoted CNA’s of Azalealand. Born in Villa Rica, GA on December 26, 1935 she was the 3rd oldest of 9 children of the late Clifton and Inez Phillips.
In 1958 she married Marion Kent Scarborough Sr on a hot August day. Marion was in the US Air Force and the two lived quite the military life traveling and living in various places. Phyllis and Marion had a lot of adventures traveling all over the world in their 51 years of marriage before Marion passed in 2009.
Phyllis was a teacher and retired in 1989 after 31 years of service. She touched the lives of so many in her classroom.
Phyllis was a long time member of Bible Baptist Church where she served Jesus in so many areas. She worked in the church bus ministry with Marion for many years planting the seed of Christ in many young lives. Also as a girls Sunday school teacher. She sang in the church choir. In her later years she served in the churches Crisis Pregnancy Center, where she extended her love and compassion to others. Phyllis was a godly woman who modeled the characteristics of strength, compassion and unconditional love. She loved and adored her children and grandchildren. She always said they were her treasures in this life.
Phyllis was predeceased by her loving husband Marion Kent Scarborough Sr, as well as her parents, brothers, Jerry, Michael and Donnie Phillips, sisters, Nell Waller and Ann Hodgens and son in law Timmy Atkins.
Surviving is her son Marion Kent Scarborough Jr (Susan) of Charleston, SC and daughter Beth Atkins of Savannah, GA. Grand children Adam Scarborough (Cait) of Alexandria, VA, Alex Scarborough (Ashlie) of Birmingham, AL, Brandon Scarborough of California, Cody Atkins of Savannah, GA and Katie Russell (Hunter) of Savannah, GA. Great grand children Rowan and Baker Scarborough. Brother Van Phillips (Terri) of Bremen, GA, sisters Teressa Hitchcock (Michael) of Griffin, GA and Jan Christian (Greg) of Spanish Fort, AL and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends at 9:30am with the funeral service following at 10 am on Tuesday, February 10,2026 at Fox and Weeks Island Chapel Hwy 80, Whitemarsh Island. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Beth, I'm sending up prayers for you and your family. Continue to rest in Jesus during this time of grief.
- Francene Sawyer Carter , Savannah , Georgia
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a great Godly woman. My prayers are with Beth and your family at this time. May God wrap his arms around you and your love ones at this time. She is walking the streets of Gold with her Lord and Savior and your dad.
- Shelby Bethune Cadwallader, Kennesaw , Ga
Kent and Beth, May the Lord give you peace, comfort, and strength during this time. I find peace in knowing we will be reunited with our loved ones when Jesus returns. (1 Thess 4:14-18). Love to you and your families.
- Katherine A Senter (Kathy Hirsch), Savannah, GA
Beth, I'm so sorry to hear of your Sister's passing. She walks with Him in eternal Peace. Lean on Him during this difficult time.
- Susan Hesse, Chatham, MA
Beth, we were sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. Prayers of peace and comfort for you and your family. Love Ivan and Debbie
- ivan t goodrich IV, Pembroke, GA
Matthew 22:37-38 said " you shall love the Lord your GOD with all your heart, soul, and with all your mind : this was the life of Phyllis Scarborough as she loved others and did all she could to spread the good news. I am sorry for the families loss and for her passing, but, I am grateful that she is with her LORD and Savior.I pray for comfort and healing for each member of the family. Phyllis was loved and surely will be missed.
- Fred Barton, Papillion, NE.
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Funeral Service
- 10:00 am on Tue, February 10, 2026
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
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4605 Hwy 80 East (map)
Savannah GA 31410 - 912-898-0900
- Burial
- 11:15 am on Tue, February 10, 2026
- Forest Lawn Memory Gardens
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315 Greenwich Road (map)
Savannah GA 31404
