Victor Scott
April 10, 2020
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Victor (Vic) Gerald Scott, 76, passed away Friday, April 10th at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.
Vic was born July 12, 1943 in Des Moines to Royal & Alma Scott, the 3rd of four sons. He graduated from Tech High School in January of 1962. After high school, he began working at Phil Johnson's Greenhouse in Des Moines and went on to work at Heard Gardens in Johnston for 21 years. He and his son, Todd, opened Vic Scott Landscaping and Nursery in the Spring of 1990 in Ankeny. Vic was a member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. Vic was a member of the Iowa Nursery & Landscape Association for over 50 years and was a past president in 1988.
Vic married Linda Ellsworth, on September 14th, 1963. Together they had their only child, Todd, in February of 1965.
Vic was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Eugene (Joan), Kenneth, and Laurence.
Vic is survived by his wife, Linda, son Todd (Renee), Altoona, grandchildren, Matthew, Des Moines, and Katie (Austin) Denny, Altoona, and two great grandchildren Isaac & Isaiah Denny as well as sisters-in-law Connie, Barbara, Laureen (Bob) Campbell, Louise (Steve) Barmish, Lorrie Rungee; many nieces, nephews, wonderful friends and acquaintances.
A celebration of life service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 5, 2020, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines, with visitation held one hour prior to service time. If guests are unable to attend the service in person, they are invited to watch the service virtually through the live stream link below.
The family will practice social distancing and are requiring masks which will be provided if needed.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Des Moines, IA.
Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Doug and Joan Van Damme
12/12/2020
To the family. We are so sorry to hear of Vic's passing. He was a good man to work for many years. He had a kind heart. He will be missed by many. Sending our condolences.
Katy Gammack (Alex Ervanian)
11/28/2020
Vic helped create our beautiful, amazing garden in West Des Moines. What a pleasure it was to watch someone who truly knew and enjoyed his art. Now, he and Alex can talk plants and gardens thru eternity! Sincere condolences to Vic's family.
Melinda Kabel
05/06/2020
I was so very sorry to hear of Mr. Scotts passing. He was a gentle
and thoughtful man.
All my condolences to his family and friends.
Steve Larson
04/24/2020
I was so sorry to hear about Vic Scotts passing. Ive known Vic for many years and feel honored to have been a friend. Vic was truly the definition of a nice guy. I can still see his great smile and hear hearty laugh.
I will miss our annual trip out to his nursery and a chance to catch up on news of the year
Rest in peace Vic in Gods loving hands
Steve.
Kathy Nesteby
04/22/2020
Linda, several of us in CJJP (Kuker, Laura, Taylor, Tammi and Mindi) wanted you to know we have been thinking of you at this tough time!
Frank Vito
04/22/2020
I was so sorry to hear about the death of Vic. He was such a great guy. I had purchased many trees and plants from Vic over the the years. It was always a pleasure working with him. I know he will be missed by all of us. I will keep the family in my thoughts and prayers.
Julie Jones
04/20/2020
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss of Vic. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Julie
Nancy (Whitson) Showalter
04/20/2020
I can only echo the many kind words already said about Vic. When I was in high school, I worked with Vic at Phil Johnson's. He was always kind, patient, and fun. Vic was a real asset at Johnson's, so full of knowledge and had a great work ethic. So sorry for your loss.
Denny and Sharon Littlejohn
04/19/2020
Linda and family,
Hard to express our sadness to you all. Vic was someone you could depend upon through all the years. From Longfellow, Amos Hiatt and Tech he was there if needed. May the Lord give you peace and comfort as you remember the good times. You are in our prayers.
Jim and Colleen Reisener
04/19/2020
Todd, Renee and Family,
So sorry to hear about Vic. Deepest sympathies to all of you at this sad time.
Doriano & Becky (Bombela) Rossi
04/19/2020
I posted this on the church Facebook post about online service:
We are praying for Vic Scotts family. Vic and Linda are neighbors. Obituary has them as members of Prince of Peace. http://www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com/services/services_detail.aspx?rid=50199
Sherry Easter
04/19/2020
I am so sorry Linda for you and Todd and your family. Vic was a treasured friend, a truly good person. I have such happy memories of the years we worked together. But remembering that we will all be together again some day.
Tracey, Rebecca, Aaron, Anna, Audrey, and Amanda F
04/18/2020
I am so saddened to hear of Vic's passing. My heart breaks for you. There are no words that can change or heal your hearts now. Surround yourself with your family. Lean on God's love. Mike thought highly of Vic. Our family will be in my prayers.
Deb Schiel-Larson and family
04/16/2020
This news was hard to hear. Words dont express it - we are so very sorry. I worked for Vic at Heard Gardens. He was one of the best supervisors I have ever known. Vic and Linda made me feel welcome too, at a time in my life when I deeply needed it. Our prayers are with you. We miss him too.
Gary Garles
04/16/2020
Sorry to hear of this. Vic was always a pleasure to work with in both business and INLA activities. He was a man of high integrity. All the best to your family in this troubling time.