Obituaries
James H. “Jim” Scott, 70
Jim Scott, 70, of Lancaster, PA and Sarasota, FL died unexpectedly April 21, 2011 in Sarasota. He was born in Pittsburgh, the son of the late James H. and Emeline McKennan Scott.
Jim was married to his wife, Linda, for 41 years. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons: Michael Scott, husband of Lisa Scott and Patrick Scott, partner of Jessi Walsh; three grandchildren: Alexis, Skylar and Mason; his sister Mathilda Painter, two nieces and one nephew.
He was a graduate of Kiski School, Saltsburg, Pa and attended the University of Pittsburgh. In his early years in Pittsburgh, he was a garbage man, a steel mill worker, and a car salesman. From then on, he was always in sales and marketing. In the late 1970s, he went into business for himself, acquiring The Dyer Company, which today sells its specialty measuring gauges nationwide and in several countries. Having an entrepreneurial spirit, he was also involved in numerous ventures over the years.
Jim loved playing golf with his friends in Lancaster and Sarasota, and “never had a bad day on the golf course.” He was as avid fan of Pitt sports as well as an enthusiastic “spokesman” for the city and the University. In addition, you could always find him in the front row at various Lancaster Catholic and Hempfield games.
Jim will be remembered for his outgoing, kind and thoughtful nature and his positive attitude. He seldom looked back, always believing that “his best was good enough.”
Friends will be received on Friday, May 13, 2011 from 9-10AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 119 S. Prince St., Lancaster, PA, with the Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10AM, the Rev. Leo Goodman as Celebrant. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim’s memory may be made to Lancaster Catholic High School, 650 Juliette Ave., Lancaster, PA 17601. To send an online condolence, please visit: SnyderFuneralHome.com Charles F. Snyder Jr Funeral Home & Crematory 560-5100
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Mike,
Peace and all good to your family. You father will be remembered by me with a spirit of generosity and compassion.
George R. Garbrick
Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Your precious memories will fill the void of your loss.
Tom & Maureen Hallett (AAU Basketball Grandparents of Cecily Carl)
Linda,
Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Jim always had a friendly wave, a smile that would brighten our day, and a kind word. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pam & Phil Oles
To the Scott family,
Very sorry to hear of the passing of Jim. Although we didn’t know him well, he was always nice, friendly, and a gentleman. Both he and all of you will be remembered in our prayers.
Tom & Debbie Hill (Cindi’s parents)
Linda and family,
I was shocked and so saddened to hear of Jim’s passing….He was certainly a terrific person to know and be associated with. He always spoke so highly and proudly of you Linda, the family and certainly the business in Lancaster.He was always a positive person and looking forward to future successes vs getting bogged down with issues confronting you at the moment.
My sincere condolences and prayers are with you Linda,the family and his many close friends…..we were all so fortunate to have known and worked with him
Bob Martel
Linda & Family,
Jim and I were close growing up and he has been a lifelong friend, and since both yours and our marriages our times spent together and friendship has been rewarding and very special. Renate and I will miss him dearly and remember him always. Our deepest sympathy and condolences to you and the family.
Jerry and Renate Lininger
Sleep tight my good friend. I will miss you.
God Bless,
Mickey and Naomi Falcone
Linda,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss of Jim. He has added to so many of our lives and you were so kind and unselfish to share him with all of us. William and I have so many great memories of Jim, I will hold these in my heart for the rest of my life as will you and your family as time goes by and the sorrow passes. He was one of a kind, there will never be another Jim Scott. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Love,
Connie McElhaney. (The angels will surely be watching over you now.)
