Scott Allan McKinnon

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Scott McKinnon Obituary

Scott Allan McKinnon, age 39, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2011. He was born October 11, 1971 in Topeka, Kansas to Allan and Sandra McKinnon. He was the third of four children. Graduated from Bellingham High School in 1990. Graduated from Whatcom Community College and was recently a student in Eugene at the University of Oregon earning an advanced degree in photography. Scott was a writer. He had a passion for good food. He enjoyed long walks, playing poker into the early morning, trivia games, top shelf bourbon, and always surrounded himself with good people. He was preceded in death by his father, Allan McKinnon in 2009 and his nephew, Patrick Lawson in 2005. In celebration of Scott's life, there will be a meeting at the stone bridge in Whatcom Falls Park in Belllngham, WA, on Saturday, ApriI 2, 2011 at 2:00 PM. Afterwards there will be a no-host gathering at Bob's Burger and Brew on Barkley to share food, spirits, and stories of Scott. He is survived by his mother, Sandra McKinnon, his brothers Troy McKinnon and Pat Lawson, his sister Jackie Lawson Thowson, nieces Ashlee, Brittany, Blake and Paige, and nephew Conner. Please feel free to share your memories of Scott on Facebook Group Scott McKinnon Memorial, link: http://www.facebook.com/#!/home.php?sk=group_161713293886264

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Published by Bellingham Herald on Apr. 2, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Scott McKinnon

8 Entries

bethany pratt

April 15, 2011

what happened to dora his kitty? has she found a home email me [email protected]

Paula Graham

April 5, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our hearts in your time of sorrow! Luv, Paula and mckenzie

Joni Sayre

April 5, 2011

To Scott's family: I wish for you peace and healing. Scott's kindness, wit, and easy smile were just a part of this great guy.

All kinds of wonderful memories of him. Discussing vampires one day, he told me I'd love "From Dusk Til Dawn". Still do, and I think of him every time. Mt. Baker Theatre's showing of the newly colorized version of "Gone With the Wind" with my daughters & I. His theory that the best food to be found if you're new in town is more than likely the bowling alley. He officiated a wedding of friends of mine 11 years ago in a very fun & unique way.

You will be missed by so many, Ace. I know you'll find a way to have fun, no matter where you are!

Jared Tillford

April 5, 2011

Requiescat en pace my friend. May you find peace wherever you are, and lots of sushi.

April 4, 2011

It was with heavy hearts that we received the news about Scott. Scott worked for us back in the early nineties. What started off as a group of kids working at a newly opened restaurant quickly turned into a close knit group of friends. Scott was an important part of that friendship. With his big smile and sense of humor, Scott made coming to work fun for the whole crew. He will be missed by so many.
We are so sorry for your loss.
Marc and Evelyn Sharrow
Round Table Pizza

Nancie Karuza

April 3, 2011

Sandy & family, I was shocked to hear of the passing of Scott. I can still see his smile as he talked to me a lot when we lived next to you. Was always very kind. I really liked him. good kid. If there is any thing I can do just don't hesitate to call. 656-5637. I know it's been a long time, but I think a good visit would be great. lv ya nanc

April 2, 2011

To Scott's Family
I was sadden when I learned of Scott's passing. 39 is to young not to be around anymore. Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Sandy and family, you will always have the memories.
Barb Johnson

Stefanie Kettleband

April 2, 2011

I cannot begin to express the grief in my heart at the loss of Scott.
He was a part of so many firsts; experiences and memories that I kept with me throughout my life.

The first time I flew on an airplane, it was with Scott, to Anchorage, AK.
He was so reassuring when I was so nervous. Every time I have ever flown since then, I keep in mind what said to me to on that very first flight; It always lessens my nerves.

I went to my first concert with Scott and Jamie. It was Phil Collins at the Tacoma Dome. The night of that concert, Phil Collins was donating a portion of the proceeds to charity for the homeless. After the concert, Scott has a little money in his pocket and as we were leaving, he broke away from the group. Both Jamie and I asked him where he was going. Without hesitation, he said he was giving all his cash to the charity because nobody should be homeless in a country that is so rich.

That was the first time someone had ever really made me think about a social cause.

My love of large gatherings and group events comes from Scott's ability to come up with and coordinate all aspects of games. Scavenger hunting throughout the city, Murder Mysteries, etc. (all firsts for me).

I read on one of his blogs where he stated that he was good with kids and animals. I remember how he used to sing to Ashley when she was a baby. He would sing her "C is for Cookie" and she smiled and laughed everytime!

My condolences not only to Scott's family, but to everyone that has ever known Scott, as his loss will be felt by everyone that spent any time with him.

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