Jerry A. Scott
November 05, 2008
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Jerry A Scott, 68, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2008 after a courage battle with cancer. Jerry was born on April 17, 1940 to Maxine and Jay Scott in Winterset, IA. The family moved to Des Moines when Jerry was young. He grew up on the south side of Des Moines and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1958.
Jerry enjoyed many outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing and working on cars. He was a member of the Colfax Gun Club and a lifetime member of the NRA. He enjoyed bow fishing for salmon and hunting deer with a bow.
Jerry loved to spend time and talk with his multitude of friends. He would converse about almost anything and had very definite opinions about many things. He was easily amused and always enjoyed a good laugh. Jerry was a very loyal friend. His friends knew they could count on him and his word was his bond.
He was a devoted son, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. His family was his pride and joy. He enjoyed telling happy stories about his children and grandchildren to his friends. He liked nothing more than sharing his life memories with everyone.
He will be missed. His family and friends will continue to celebrate his life and share their memories of him with each other. He is survived by his son, Jay Scott of Atlanta, GA; his daughter, Jodi (Chad) Airhart of Waukee, IA; grandchildren, Tyler Chumbley and Caitlin Scott; sister, Kay Cunningham all of Des Moines; brother, John (Susan) Scott of Oklahoma; several nephews, nieces and cousins; and of course his multitude of friends. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Darcie Scott; parents, Maxine and Jay Scott; sister, Donna Moon; twin sister, Janice Barber; niece, Tami Kendrick; and his nephew, Patrick Barber.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday, November 9, 2008 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon St. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest next to his daughter, Darcie at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery on Fleur Drive.
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Angela Leibee
11/11/2008
Jay and Jodi:
I am so sorry I couldn't be there to express my sympathy in person. Having lost my mom I understand the especially deep loss you are feeling having lost a parent. I have to be sure to say that it was your father's love for photography and the hours I spent talking to him about that over the years, mostly when I was younger, and his photography that he shared with me, that sparked my love of photography. He took all the pictures at my wedding - it must have been 20 rolls - and asked for nothing in return. Your father was a kind and loving man and I want to say how much I appreciate all that he gave to me and this family just by being Uncle Jerry.
Edie (Edna) Huff
11/10/2008
To the family of Jerry:
Lots of years have passed since we have been together but my thoughts of all of you have always been there. It was sad news to hear that Jerry had passed. He was a good brother-in-law and then a good friend. He gave us such fun memories when we would go home on leave. We spent alot of time target practicing with all of his guns. He also loved to bend our ear sharing his opinion about politics. Jerry and I had spoken a few times over the years and those times I will treasure. My love and prayers are with you all.
May God bless and comfort you all.
Gabriella Buda
11/09/2008
To the entire family of Jerry Scott,
My thoughts and prayer are with all of you now. What I'll miss about Jerry the most is the gentle and compassionate way he treated others. Though I selfishly wish I still had his friendship to turn to, I'm so happy for him to have completed his journey here and gone on to see his beloved family again at the feet of our father in heaven.
I love you Jerry.....God Bless you and your family,
Gabriella
Andrew & Sophia
11/07/2008
Jay,
Thinking about you and yours today and everyday. Know that we are carrying you in our hearts. Our sincerest condolences and all our best.
Andrew & Sophia
Rob Scott
11/07/2008
I was so fortunate to develop a relationship with my Uncle Jerry (albeit over the phone)over the last 15 years or so. He was truly one of the most unique and special people in my life and it is my profound honor to call him Uncle and friend. My thoughts and prayers are with my family now and always. Jerry was so proud of all of you. He always spoke highly of his brother and sisters and loved all his children and grand children as well as nieces and nephews. Jerry was one of the smartest and most engaging people I ever knew. He was also a great man of integrity and stood firmly for his principles. I always admired him for that. I love you all and want you to know that though we don't speak as often as we should I think of you always. Love your nephew and cousin Robby
P.S. Because Uncle Jerry and Aunt Kay are the last 2 people who still call me that. Laugh cause Jerry would have.
Robbin VanWinkle
11/07/2008
Jodie and Jay, I'm so sorry about your loss. I wish I had known Uncle Jerry better. I did get to talk to him on a few occassions and he was always such fun and so enlightening. I know we don't know each other very well, but being family I wanted you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. All our best to you and your family.
Love, Robbin, Chris, Myson, Jaycee, and Caleb VanWinkle