Philip Brown Scott

July 29th 1931 – July 16th, 2015

On July 16th, 2015, one week after his 55th wedding anniversary and 2 weeks before his 84th birthday, lifetime San Pedro resident, Philip Brown Scott, passed away peacefully at home. Phil – as he preferred to be called – was the husband of Doris (Lee), the father of Anne, Karen, Paul and Jane, and the grandfather of Ethan, Finley and Everett. From 1950 to 1968, Phil served as coach and mentor for several YMCA swim teams. For more than thirty years, he taught mathematics, art, health and physical education at Richard Henry Dana Junior High School in San Pedro. Retirement gave Phil time to indulge in favorite hobbies, including volunteering. For more than 20 years, Phil and Doris – with help from a devoted group of Friends – coordinated monthly used book sales for the San Pedro Branch of the Los Angeles County Public Library. A Memorial Celebration for Phil will be held at the San Pedro/Peninsula YMCA on August 8th at 2 pm. The YMCA is located at 301 South Bandini Street in San Pedro. Donations in honor of Phil Scott may be sent to the San Pedro /Peninsula YMCA . Please sign the guestbook at mcnerneysmortuary.com or dailybreeze.com/obits.

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Published by Daily Breeze on Aug. 1, 2015.

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John Cooper

February 1, 2020

I met Phil and the Scott family in Budapest, Hungary, of all places, during their European family vacation in 1984 along with family friend, John Sullivan. We ended up staying together in a youth hostel in the Austrian capital and shared a fun time touring the city. Phil was truly a family man dedicated to his wife and four children. I would like to extend my much belated condolences to Doris and family. John Cooper [email protected]

Jesse Ibarra

August 8, 2015

Phil Scott was a wonderful role model. He taught me to work hard and compete hard. He was a kind man who cared for all of us on the YMCA swim team. For me he was more than a coach, he was like a father and I owe him much appreciation for my successes in life. I sure feel bad for Doris and his family and all his friends. We sure lost a Great Man. Thank You Phil for so much. Rest in Peace.
Jesse Ibarra

Glen Hughes

August 7, 2015

I had the pleasure and privilege to swim with the San Pedro YMCA boys swim teams (later it became the San Pedro and Peninsula YMCA) from 1956 until 1967 with Phil Scott as our coach. Although we did not have a state of the art swimming pool at the old Beacon Street Y, Phil was able to build teams that routinely placed in the national swim rankings. In addition to building successful swim teams, he helped mold and mentor numerous young men. Phil led by example and was always willing to sit down with his swimmers and pass on his philosophy of life. We all owe a great deal of our success to the time, energy and sacrifice that Phil invested in us to help us become the adults we are today. He will always have a place in my heart and he will be sorely missed.

August 4, 2015

Phil and Doris Scott have been an integral part of the San Pedro Library and the YMCA, thank you for all that you do! Phil Scott you will be missed. Carolina Brown

August 4, 2015

Phil was one of the greatest mentors of my life. in many ways i am who i am because of him. He taugt me how to compete. he will be greatly missed by me and countless others. Aloha nui Bob Provence

August 3, 2015

We have known Phil for many years, thru his wife Doris. Every time I saw him, he was so sweet , talkattive and so interesting. A Great family man and husband. He has done so much for so many people. He will truly be missed. Doris, we will always be here for you and your children.
Love,
Dee and Patrick Hartigan

August 2, 2015

Phil is one of the nicest people we have ever known. His endless hours of dedication to the San Pedro Library is beyond belief. He is truly irreplaceable. Thanks to Phil, many other volunteers gave of themselves as well. It will be difficult to see the Library without thinking of Phil and Doris, who also gave so much in helping Phil. Pat and Ron, San Pedro

Howard Burns

August 2, 2015

Coach Scott put together a fantastic swim team in the OLD YMCA...20 yard long, 4 lane wide pool, indoors and chlorine was in abundance. While we swimmers worked to get better, he sweated in the humidity and evaporating chlorine while creating a world class team. The Big Guys on the team were world class and Phil's coaching got em that way, dry land and pool, never yelling in anger. A good life, well lived. Any of us that can come close to his example should be pleased.

Sherryse McAleenan

August 2, 2015

I am so sorry. We will miss you Mr. Scott...

Mario Rovira

August 1, 2015

Mr. Scott was a great guy during my years at Dana. Just a great human being.
God Speed Mr. Scott.

Conrad vonBlankenburg

August 1, 2015

Phil Scott was my swim Coach at the old San Pedro "Y" from 1956 to 1958. He was the best swim coach I ever had. Phil invented timing, pace, lights that he attached to the lane lines. Coach told us to catch up with the lights and if we got close he would speed up the lights. He did not coach all the fancy stuff. Just train hard. The best advice he ever gave me was to swim faster. Our team was coached so well that we were wiping up the pool in meets with college ranked teams. Best of all Phil was a wonderful person. Thanks Coach for helping to lead me on the right path. I still swim a mile four days a week. Tomorrow I will be swimming the Pier to Pier swim and I dedicate my swim to your life well lived.

James Cracchiolo

August 1, 2015

Mr, Scott was my gym teacher in the early 70's. Years later, I would see him at the YMCA on Sunday's with his kids for family swim. I enjoyed helping him at Big C Home Center. He was a good man.

Debi Cox

August 1, 2015

Jane I am so sorry for your loss. I remember meeting your parents when you brought them to work. I remember how very sweet your father was. Will be praying for your mom, you, your family and friends.

Cindy Oster-Hellmich

August 1, 2015

Phil, you touched the hearts & lives of many people & swimmers who will remember you admiringly forever. Coed swim meets are some of my most cherished memories. Thank you for your coaching & friendship in those happy years of our youth. You & your great smile will be missed. God bless your family. With love, Cindy Oster Hellmich

Harry Werner

August 1, 2015

I remember "Mr. Scott" well from my years at Dana and working in the PE office. He was a great guy and a good and well-liked teacher. My mother and Mr. Scott were classmates together at SPHS. I'm so sorry for your loss and trust that you have tons of great memories and stories to share.

Debbie DAVIS -rombal

August 1, 2015

Mr Scott and his wife and his kids were neighbors of mine. Nicest family. Had mr Scott as a pe teacher at Dana. Use to see him ride his bike everyday to and from Dana. Rip and my condolences to the family.

Lori LaMont

August 1, 2015

He was such a kind man. I remember him well from Dana and thought about him over the years. I went to school with his daughters. Sending prayers to his generous loving family.

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