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Donald Scott Obituary
Donald Drew Scott passed away on May 18, 2013 at home in San Pedro surrounded by his family. He was born in Los Angeles on July 29, 1931 to Franklin and Gertrude Scott. Don spent his entire life in San Pedro, except when he was stationed in Texas and Germany during the Korean War. He was a respected educator with the LAUSD for 33 years, serving schools in San Pedro, Carson, Gardena and throughout South Los Angeles. After retiring he taught folk dancing at Park Western Elementary until the year before his death. He was a lifelong and vital member of St. Peter's Episcopal Church in San Pedro. Most importantly, he was a loving and beloved family man. He leaves behind his wife of 51 years, Carolyn Long Scott, his daughters, Cathy (Art) Skubik and Chris (Steve) Scandura; his son, Doug (Rebecca) Scott, and grandchildren, Caroline Skubik, Kate, Nick and Sophie Scandura, and Naomi and Leah Scott. He is also survived by his twin brother, Phil (Doris) Scott and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 1648 W. 9th Street in San Pedro on Saturday, May 25 at 4:00 PM. Donations in his honor may be made to St. Peter's Episcopal Church Memorial Fund. Please sign the guest book at www.dailybreeze.com/lobits.
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Shirleen Bolin
May 28, 2013
Dear Carolyn, It has been many years since I've seen you. My prayers are with you.
May 27, 2013
Dear Carolyn
So sorry to hear of Don's passing. Bob and I returned from Europe on Sunday, May 26th, went thru our emails and learned of Don's passing. We truly admired Don and extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Love
Bob and Thelma Ortega
May 24, 2013
Dear Carolyn,
I was so sorry to read of the loss of your husband. I know you have many beautiful memories of your life together. Love to you, Loni Dyner
Kim Sharp
May 23, 2013
Don was an amazing person. This world has been richly blessed by his life and presence. His family has also been profoundly blessed to have such a warm and loving family man as a part of the Scott and Skubik family. May light perpetual shine upon Don. With all our love, Kim & Rick Sharp
May 23, 2013
Carolyn and Cathy, I am so sorry to hear this news. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope you find the strength from God to celebrate your greatest memories and your love for your husband(Dad). Jeanine Eldar and family
Peter Riddall
May 23, 2013
My prayers and love to the Scott Family
May 23, 2013
I'm so sorry, Carolyn, I'm sure he is in Heaven showing all the angels his square dancing steps! I know multitudes of former third graders at Pt. Fermin will never forget his generous talent. Susan Balmanno
May 23, 2013
Don Scott was a kind of caring person in all that he did. When I taught in Carson, he was the principal. He knew every child at the school and they knew him. The children knew that when he was at school, they were always his first priority. Since I later became a friend and fellow teacher with his daughter, Cathy Skubik, working closely with her for many years, I know that he was a key component to a close and loving family. Before I retired, I saw Don Scott every week when he came to teach folk dancing to every child at Park Western School. He was always available to offer the best he had for children and those that educate them. Don Scott was a treasure to those in his family, with those he worked, to those in his church and to all the little ones who were ever lucky enough to know him. He will be missed. My condolences to all the family. He will be greatly missed. You are a fortunate family to have had such a man in your midst who graced so many lives for so many years. I feel fortunate that I had the opportunity to know and work with him.
Patty Godon-Tann
May 23, 2013
I worked with Donald at South Park in the late 70s. I was a new teacher and he was the best principal to have. I thought of him often, especially when I became a principal myself. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. He was a great guy.
May 22, 2013
Carolyn and family
It was with deep sadness when we heard about Don. I go back at least 70 years as a friend and consider him as one of the most outstanding individuals that I have ever known.May he rest in peace.
Terry and Peggy Fullmer
Aleece DePuey
May 22, 2013
Sending thoughts and prayers to Phil, Doris, Anne, Karen, Paul, and Jane.
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