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.
Bob Freese
04/15/2020
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. I want you to know that I will keep You and your Family in my thoughts and prayers.
Duane and Barb Huth
04/15/2020
Linda
Victor, as he was known by all his cousins, was someone whom we shared so many childhood memories with. In later life always looked forward to seeing you guys at the cousin reunions and making new memories.
Virtual hugs are all we can give you now, but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Barb and Duane
Gary Fisk
04/15/2020
Vic was a special gentleman that I was glad to have had the opportunity to get to know. I served many years with him on Iowa Nurserymens board. Always was well respected.
Sorry to hear of his passing.
Im from Okoboji .
Sarah Woody Bibens
04/15/2020
I had the pleasure of getting to know Vic when I worked with INLA - what a kind and friendly man who represented the nursery & landscape industry so well. He will be missed.
Virgil & Kathy Hillman
04/14/2020
Shocked when we heard about Vic. I alway enjoyed discussing with Vic what plants were the best for the church. God created a great man.
Don and Melinda Moos
04/14/2020
Linda, Todd and family, We were sad to hear of Vic's pasing and are so sorry for you loss. Vic was a great man and through our business connection we considered him a true friend. Sending thoughts of comfort and prayers for your family at this difficult time. May you take comfort in the memories you have with Vic.
Chuck Stoltenow
04/14/2020
Im so sorry Linda and Todd at the passing of Vic. He was a good friend and mentor to me in plants and horticulture in general. May God grant you and your family comfort and peace.
Don & Jewell Midthun
04/13/2020
Linda, we can't begin to tell you how sad we are at the passing of Vic. A truly good man with a word and a smile for all. He was well-liked and respected. He will be missed by so many. We feel bad that because of the current Covid virus circumstances we can't come to you in person, but you haven't been out of our thoughts and prayers .
Ron@Juanita Lovlyn
04/13/2020
We are so sorry Linda and family. Vick was a kind special person. We remember his gentle spirit and pleasant smile.
Love and Blessings to u all.
Marcia Thompson
04/13/2020
I am so sorry for your loss. It never comes at a good time and is always so unexpected. Know that he will be watching over all his loved ones and he will always be with you. I will keep you and your family in mt prayers!
Bud & Carol Van Dyke
04/13/2020
Linda, Todd & Family::
Words can't express our feeling about the passing of Vic. I (Carol) have known Vic, since the first day of kindergarten at Longfellow Elementary, we kept that friendship for over 70 years, something that I will always treasurer. We didn't always see each other, but we knew you and your family were always there for us, as we were for you. Vic, was a person that was so kind and never said anything bad and would help anyone in need. He was a good Christian person, who held his Christian faith close to his heart. He will be missed by so many people in church, landscaping, family and his friends. We feel so fortunate to have call Vic our friend, that we will miss. Keeping you in our prayers.
Jim Newton
04/13/2020
Linda and family - My deepest condolences for your loss.
Gayle Newlin
04/13/2020
I was so sorry to hear about Vic. My prayers will be with you
Christine Taylor
04/13/2020
Linda and Family - I am so sorry for your loss. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Christina Cruz
04/13/2020
Linda, I am deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.