He leaves to cherish his memories; five children: Tina Scales of Charleston, SC; Darrin Scales (Rosalind), Stephanie Scales, Synetra Wilson (Michael) and Donnie Scales (Keva) all of Starkville, MS; three brothers: Bobby Scales, Jimmy Young, and Jody Young, Jr. all of Starkville, MS; six sisters: Aldonia Johnson, Martha Scales, Mary Young, Cali Gibson all of Starkville, MS; Ullie Prejean, Rosie Prejean and Charlene Young all of Richmond, CA; his grandchildren; a host of nieces nephews, other relatives and friends.