Stephen Scott, 55, of Hopeland, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 26, 2014.

He was born in Darby, PA to John W. Scott, Jr. and Phillis (Finan) Scott and was, for nearly 30 years, an amazing husband to Joy (Lyons) Scott.

Stephen was president and owner of Commonwealth Fire Protection Company in Leola, PA, where he dedicated more than 35 years of service. He had a special passion for the outdoors, hunting and fishing; which, he shared with his many friends and family.

Honorably, Stephen devoted his life to loving and caring for his family. He is missed by many, including his loving wife, Joy; two adoring daughters, Stephanie Scott of Philadelphia, PA and Heather Scott of Morristown, NJ; his brother, John Scott of Salisbury, MD; four sisters: Deborah wife of Dean Murtagh of Bryn Mawr, PA, Veronica, wife of Lex Grinnan of West Chester, PA, Christine, wife of Michael Bass of Malvern, PA and Kimberly, widow of Kenneth Mitchell of Garnet Valley, PA. He is also survived by 14 nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, January 30, 2014 at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543 with Rev. Mark Thiboldeaux officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Steve's memory to The Chesapeake Bay Foundation, 102 E. Dover St., Easton, MD 21601.