Calvin Franklin Scougal - Cremation Society of Virginia

Calvin "Cal" Franklin Scougal

September 9, 1927 - April 30, 2022

Cal graduated from Shell Rock High School and after graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served with the Seabees, stationed on Saipan during World War II. He received a B.S. Degree in Education from the University of Alaska and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from VCU-School of Social Work.

He had a varied and interesting work life in Alaska, including working as a teacher in one room schools in native villages. He later worked as a Juvenile Probation and Parole Officer for the state of Alaska. He retired from the VA Medical Center, Hampton, VA, where he worked in the Community Care of Veterans. In retirement, he volunteered for over 20 years with Meals on Wheels. He was also a reading tutor for Newport News Public Schools.

Cal was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Albert (Margaret) Scougal and Hesden (Roma) Scougal and a sister, Dorothy (Bob) St. Clair

Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 52 years, Kay; daughter, Vanessa (Kevin) Moore; granddaughter, Ashton; grandson, Zachary and their father, Gene (Melanie) Mingee. He also leaves his nephew, Marlow (Char) Larson; two nieces, Becky (Mike) Orford and Romalee Scougal.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 6807 Huntington Ave., Newport News, VA 23607, where Cal was a member.

Cremation Society of Virginia-Newport News assisted the family with arrangements.

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Calvin Franklin Scougal, on Friday, April 30, 2022.Calvin was born on November 9, 1927 in Shell Rock, Iowa to Alexander Duane and Opal Leonard Scougal. Cal graduated from Shell Rock High School and after graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served with…

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Uncle Cal was a big presence in my life when I was a small child in Fairbanks, and even when we moved to Washington State and he was in Virginia, he would travel cross country by bus to be with us on holidays. He was always so bright and warm, I always looked forward to his visits! He and Kay hosted me, when I was 20, for a wonderful and still memorable trip to Florida. When my parents retired for a time in Virginia, he would share many family memories with me on my visits, especially of he and my Dad. He was always a supportive, and loving presence in my life, calm, with a wonderful sense of humor! He lived a life of help to others, and his long life was very well lived. I'm thankful he was in my life. Rest in peace, dear uncle.

Sorry to hear of Cal's passing. It was always good to see him at the Thomas family reunion and talk to him

Kay, Our sincere condolences. What an amazing person and what a remarkable life. I feel so lucky that Cal was part of our family. His smile would light up a room. I loved to hear him talk about his navy days. Please let us know when you need anything. I can't express how much we loved and cherished Cal.

Our deepest sympathy to the Scougal family on the loss of such a dear man as Cal Scougal. We, as a church family, will remember him fondly. We love you Kay!

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.