RIP Tim Scruggs my friend.

Oh Man.......

Unbelievable, I just came on the Cue Gallery to post pics of a 14k TS that I just rec'd & was going to be so proud to share, and I read this news.

Wow.

My all time favorite cuemaker, may you rest in peace, Tim. :frown:

Sincere condolences to his family and friends.

He will be dearly missed.

best,
brian kc
 
Very sad news. Most of my collection came from him, one of the nicest guys ever. I'll miss him.
 
Rip

I'm real sorry to read that Tim passed away.
Best wishes for him in a better world now.
Condolence for his family.
 
Celebrate knowing Tim.

Great memories for many of us here.
I celebrate the man.
Tim Scruggs.
My buddy

Tim was in poor health. About a week ago he sounded like death. The next day it was like Tim from 15 years ago was talking. He felt better than he had in a long time.
Out and about. Energetic. Stopping to see Bob on the way home from the hospital.
We couldn't believe it.

He had almost a week in better health.

Nick
 
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R.I.P....... Mr. Tim Scruggs

This is very sad to hear but hearing that he felt good over the last week is good news to hear but this is still very sad too hear he will be greatly missed and my prayers are out to everyone that knew him and especially to his family RIP my friend
 
Very sad news.. Tim's influence can be seen in about 90% of the cues in my collection.. He will be missed for sure..
 
My condolences to not only the Scruggs family but all those who knew him and enjoyed his friendship and company.

I was not fortunate to meet Mr. Scruggs but am well aware of his reputation and significance in the industry.

May you rest in peace and leave this world knowing many appreciated not only your work but the quality of your person.
 
I posted this on the main forum, but thought those who mainly visit the Cue Gallery might want to go back in time too:

For a bit of nostalgia, here are a couple pictures from Tim's first brochure. He went on his own, after Joss, in 1978. The brochure was shortly after, about 1979 or so. For all the cues he built me, we never even talked price until he handed me the cue. And it was always reasonable, like an afterthought. With all of today's stories of dealing with cuemakers, Tim stands out as old school. A deal done on a handshake, many times. His kind does not come around very often.

On the second page, for those with good eyesight, is Bob Frey in the background. It was the Scruggs/Frey era. What a good time it was.

WW
 

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I meet Tim and Mike as a young cuemaker (23) the first year that I had a booth at SBE next to them. I think Tim and Mike sold more cues for me then I ever could have. Tim and Mike were unique among the old school cuemakers as they were always very friendly and helpful to young and new cuemakers.
 
Remembering Tim

Of all the cue makers I know personally and have met in the past 25+ years few made a more memorable impression on me that Tim Scruggs.

Tim and I first met at the BCA show in Nashville in 1989. We were waiting for the doors to open to the Arena. He and I talked for some 20 minutes or more about how he got started. I listened with great fascination while he told me of his background and his first days making cues with Joss and then how he struggled going out on his own. His humble sincerity was refreshing and I was amazed by the time he spent talking with someone he had never met.

More recently I was very fortunate to have the opportunity to collaborate with Tim on what may certainly have been his last cue. The forend was pure Tim Scruggs, down to the bridged veneers and the gold inlays in the ebony points. The butt was my version of Scruggs veneered boxes with Ivory inlays. That cue and a very custom Ron Thomas case were acquired by a collector on the West Coast. Sorta wish we had that one back.

Over the years both Tim and Mike were always on my list of people to see and share time with at the Hopkins Expo. Clearly both Tim and Mike were special people both of whom I miss greatly.

Always in my memories,
Paul
 
The world lost one of the Good Guys..
Tim will be sorely missed.
We are fortunite enough to have thousands of cues to carry Tim in our hearts and mind.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Tim and his family.
Best,
Ken Kerner
 
Back in 91 I bought my first custom cue which was a Scruggs cue. Spoke with him a few times over the phone but never got to meet one of my favorite cuemakers.
 
Perhaps I am out of line but I often think of some strange ways.

I am an engineer and have been for 29 years, I have done some amazing things, but regret that most of my stuff was used and then after 10-15 years it was replaced with newer technology. I probably have about 10 more years of working, but I have often wished that I would work on something that would last and be treasured for a very long time.

Examples might include the St. Louis Arch, a bridge, specific new design, etc.

Tim built some really dandies of cues, and they will be treasured for generations. His legacy will remain in all of those wonderful pieces of artwork we call cues.

IMO, I wish everyone would be that lucky.

Ken
 
Ken_4fun said:
Perhaps I am out of line but I often think of some strange ways.

I am an engineer and have been for 29 years, I have done some amazing things, but regret that most of my stuff was used and then after 10-15 years it was replaced with newer technology. I probably have about 10 more years of working, but I have often wished that I would work on something that would last and be treasured for a very long time.

Examples might include the St. Louis Arch, a bridge, specific new design, etc.

Tim built some really dandies of cues, and they will be treasured for generations. His legacy will remain in all of those wonderful pieces of artwork we call cues.

IMO, I wish everyone would be that lucky.

Ken
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Interesting placement, your comments just below busboy's whose avatar is the St Louis Arch. :)

Yes, Tim sure left an impressive legacy.

best,
brian kc
 
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