Everett Scott
February 18, 2014
Everett Ray Scott, 91, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2014, at Arbor Springs, West Des Moines.
Everett was born January 18, 1923 in Boone County, Iowa to Will and Carrie Scott. He served in the Navy Air Corps during WWII and earned his wings in the Navy. Following the war, he owned and operated Scott’s Flying Service in Boone, Iowa.
Everett opened his first motel in Des Moines in 1952. He then built his second motel in 1959. In 1973, he expanded that motel into what is now known as the Airport Holiday Inn. After retiring in 1990, he built the largest Haviland China Matching Service in the country.
Everett enjoyed business, his apple orchard, his lake home and spending time with his family. He was an active member of Wakonda Christian Church for over 50 years.
Everett is survived by his wife, Ruthann; children, Linda (Jim) Harrold, Larry (Kathie) Scott, Loretta (Dave) Durden and Lowell (Tamara) Scott; step sons, Steven (Lois) Clark and Kevin (Bonita) Clark; brother, Paul (Marge) Scott; eleven grandchildren; six step grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three step great-grandchildren; and a host of extended family and beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife of 57 years, Mary Etta.
The family will greet friends Saturday, February 22, 2014, beginning at 9:30 a.m., followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m., at Wakonda Christian Church, 3938 Fleur Drive.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Wakonda Christian Church or Hospice of Central Iowa.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Jim & Catherine Erickson
02/22/2014
We always loved our times together with Everett. He was a wonderful man and we want to express our deepest sympathy and prayers fpr all the family.
John Craig
02/22/2014
Everett was a kind and generous man. He was helpful to the college student who worked for him in 1958-1959. I remember him when we worked to cut down those trees for his new motel. May God comfort you in your loss.
Shawn & Lisa Hyde
02/22/2014
Lisa and I send our sympathy to all of you. No words can bring him back but they can help with the pain from the lost of a loved one. He will all ways be in our hearts.
Luann and Jack Waldo
02/21/2014
Everett was a great neighbor at Lake Panorama. He enjoyed his home and the apple orchard. We will miss his smile and his stories. May God bless Everett and his family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marilyn and Darrell Erickson
02/20/2014
Darrell and I send our sympathy and prayers to each of you.
Everett was a truly "great guy".
We will miss him. But, what a joy to know he is well now and with Jesus.
Barb Walker
02/20/2014
My heart, thoughts and prayers are with all of you this week. The love and respect you have for your father-grandfather is a testimonial of what a truly wonderful man he was.
Chuck & Sally Davey
02/20/2014
Lowell, Sorry for the loss of your dad. We will keep you and your family in our prayers as you have kept ours these last couple weeks.
Lonnie Nemmers Elmore
02/19/2014
Everett was a wonderful man. I always enjoyed his stories and his most pleasant personality. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your families.