Harry Johnston Scruton, 86, of Aiken, South Carolina and Ocean Point, died March 27, 2015.

The son of Harry W. and Alice (Hunt) Scruton, he was born April 21, 1928 in New Brunswick, New Jersey. A graduate of Ridley College, St. Catherines, Ontario, he also attended Drew University.

During the summer, Harry’s experience working with the forestry service in Colorado maintaining the mountain trails, riding a horse and packing a horse, was a memorable one for him.

After serving as a lieutenant in the U.S. Army from 1951-1953, he spent most of his professional career with the Kraft Division of Westvaco Corporation in New York City and Charleston, S.C. Harry truly enjoyed his customers, their friendship and shared interests. For over 30 years, Harry entertained Westvaco’s valued customers at the Masters’ Golf Tournament.

After retirement Harry was able to more fully engage in the many hobbies and pastimes he and his wife Danielle shared. He had a life-long interest in collecting and restoring art and antiques. Harry not only enjoyed playing golf, he became involved in making and repairing golf clubs. Many summer days were spent sailing or motoring along the coast of Maine. Harry looked forward to Sunday softball games at Ocean Point. One could also find Harry in the kitchen or at the grill creating one of his many specialties.

Harry will be remembered by friends and family for his wonderful sense of humor and his enjoyment and appreciation of life. Harry saw the beauty in life and the world around him.

Harry is survived by his wife of 46 years, Danielle (Rambo); a sister, Marny (Bremner) Green of Oakville, Ontario, Canada; a son, Jeffrey J. (Jan) Scruton of Pacific Palisades, California; a daughter, Sandra (Bruce) Grendell of Escondido, California; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three nephews and their families; and longtime special friends, Lawrence, Patricia and Mackenzie Kersen and Janice and Edward Hawkes.

A celebration of Harry’s life will be planned at a later date.

If desired, memorial contributions may be directed to: The American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5211, Aiken, SC 29804 or to a charity of your choice.

Expressions of sympathy for the Scruton family may be left online at www.georgefuneralhomes.com.