Photography by Jan Riser.
Friday, October 11, 2024
Thursday, October 10, 2024
William "Bill"'s Scurlock Obituary
Linda and Bill Scurlock
William Henry Scurlock (Bill, to everyone who knew him) passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2024, in Texarkana, TX. He was 65 years old.
Bill is survived by his wife Linda Cook Scurlock of Texarkana; his son Justin Scurlock and wife Lydia Wommack of Texarkana, Texas, and their two sons William Henry Scurlock and James Herman Scurlock; his son Jacob Scurlock and partner Caroline Caldwell of Fayetteville, Arkansas, and their son Odin Danner; his sister Lynn Book and her husband Michael Hicks of Winston-Salem, North Carolina; sister-in-law Kelly Scurlock and family, aunt Brenda Scurlock, and numerous cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents Oran H. Scurlock, Jr. and Frances Henry Scurlock and brother David O. Scurlock.
Bill was a lifelong resident of Texarkana, Texas. He was a business-owner, a booster of downtown Texarkana, a member of Westside Church of Christ, a hunter and outdoorsman, a founder of Muzzleloader Magazine, an historic reenactor, a lover of history, a Texas Longhorn fan, a brewer, a father, a grandfather, a husband, and a friend to many.
As all who knew him can attest, Bill was honest, warm, and kind. He embraced every challenge head-on, never shirked a responsibility, and held his word to the highest standard. As a father, grandfather, and husband he was nurturing and dependable. Bill was lucky to have many life-long friends, and the durability and longevity of those relationships is a testament to his honesty and compassion.
Bill was a quiet, humble leader. As a founder of Muzzeloader Magazine and Scurlock Publishing, he was the calm, guiding force behind the company, and a leader within the worldwide reenacting community. In his most recent role as the owner, brewer, and manager of Pecan Point, Bill embraced being the public face of the business, greeting all with a warm smile and the familiar twinkle in his eye. No task at the restaurant was beneath him, and he sought to lead by example.
Bill will be missed most by his family. The greatest pleasures in his life were the quiet walks through nature with Linda, time spent enjoying the company of his sons, singing with his sister, his grandchildren, his family, and friends around a campfire.
A memorial celebration of Bill’s life will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 1:00 PM at Pecan Point, 213 Main Street, Texarkana TX 75503. All who knew him are welcome to attend.
Donations in memory of Bill may be made to Main Street Texarkana.
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
William "Bill" Scurlock
William "Bill" Scurlock
October 25, 1958 - October 6, 2024
A Celebration of Bill's life will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 1:00 PM at Pecan Point Brewery.
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Monday, October 7, 2024
Bill Scurlock
Eternal rest grant unto Bill, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
It is with great sadness that I report the passing of Bill Scurlock, who ran Muzzleloader magazine for so many years! Bill and Linda and their boys were a part of the muzzloading world and personal friends that can never be replaced. To say he will be missed is simply not enough! God be with you Linda, Justin and Jacob!
Paul Jones, Contemporary Makers Facebook
Hello everyone, yesterday I received the incredibly sad news that Bill Scurlock passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Scurlock family. I've had the pleasure of calling Bill a friend since the late 1990s, he was a great man, a fantastic father to Justin and Jacob, and a wonderful husband to Linda. Bill's father Oran Scurlock founded MUZZLELOADER in 1974 with B.R. Hughes, Bill took the helm of the magazine in the early 80s. Bill made a huge impact on our sport and will be missed greatly.
This photo is of Oran and Bill in 1983.
Muzzleloader Magazine Facebook
Photograph from Muzzleloader Magazine Facebook page.
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