Scoles, Roberta Jean, 89, of Sun City Center, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 21, 2021, departing this life “to be present with the Lord,” where she also joined her father, Leo Scoles, mother, Economy Scoles, and sister, Oleta Scoles Mitchell, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her nephew, Ray Mitchell, and his wife Barbara, their children, William, Benjamin, and Rebekah, and their families. Also surviving are her three loving cousins, Jeanette Bibb, Joy King, and Diana Guraedy.
Born in Carroll County, Arkansas, she devoted her life as a junior high school English teacher and librarian, teaching in North Little Rock, Arkansas, Long Beach, California, and Plant City, Florida. Always known for her cheerful disposition and giving spirit, she loved to help others and was a lifelong supporter of Christian ministry.
A graveside service will be held for the family on January 30, 2021 at 1:00 PM at Myrtle Hill Cemetery, 4202 E. Lake Ave., Tampa, FL.