JOHN BROOKS SCOTT

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JOHN SCOTT Obituary

John Brooks Scott, 80, a resident of Daytona Beach Shores, FL for 15 years and formally of Annapolis, MD, passed away unexpected ly, August 29, 2011 at Halifax Hospital in Daytona Beach, FL. The family will receive friends on Saturday , September 3, 2011 from 5-6pm at the LOHMAN FUNERAL HOME IN PORT ORANGE. A service will be at 6:00pm following the visitation. John was born August 8, 1931 in Morenci, Arizona to the late Brooks and Lucile (Slagle) Scott. He is survived by his wife JoAnn; children: Janice, Steven, and Sarah; and step-children: Susan, Geoffrey and Emily; as well as six grandchildren. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, serving during the Korean War. Subsequently he attended the University of Arizona in Tucson earning a B.S. in Electrical Engineering in 1957 and a Master's in Mathematics and Computer Sciences in 1959. While earning his Master's he formed a data processing business renting time on the University's large mainframe computers of that era. He worked as an assistant Professor of Systems Engineering at the U of A and also as a manager at Bell Aero systems Co. in Tucson. He and his family moved to Annapolis, MD in 1962 when he was hired by the Chicago based IIT Research Institute as a project engineer at its ECAC Facility on North Severn. John had a successful 34 year career becoming the Director of ECAC and then President of IIT Research Institute from 1990 until he retired in 1996. While living in Annapolis he became an accomplished sailor owning and racing boats with the Severn Sailing Association, The Annapolis Yacht Club and The U.S. Naval Academy. He also served as President of the Annapolis Chamber of Commerce, President of the Maryland Hall Foundation For The Arts and Vice President of Annapolis SPCA. John enjoyed a rich and fulfilling retirement beginning in 1996 when he moved to Daytona Beach Shores, FL. He traveled extensively, continued making new friends and became an avid reader. He enjoyed debating with his book club and anyone else about politics and current events. He particularly enjoyed keeping up with his children and grandchildren and caring for his cats. Memorial contributions may be made in John's memory to the Halifax Humane Society Organization. Condolences for the family may be shared at www.lohmanfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Daytona Beach News-Journal from Sep. 1 to Sep. 3, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for JOHN SCOTT

10 Entries

Drew Dowling

September 29, 2011

John hired me in 1964 and we became close friends over the years. I crewed with him during the AYC Frostbite races in the late 60's and spent many hours with him during my time with IIT Research. I have always respected his ability to analyze any situation and come up with an innovative solution. It was no surprise when I saw him manage the ECAC contract and then become CEO of IIT Research. He accomplished a goal he had set when I first met him.

John, thank you for all you did to help me over the years. I have been retired for 17 years but am still actively involved in the sailbat racing that you introduced me to in 1965.

Cathy Todner

September 19, 2011

My most sincere condolences go out to JoAnn and the rest of John's family; plain words cannot express the pain of his leaving us so suddenly. I "grew up" at IITRI and have known John since the early 70's and we had the opportunity to work together when he moved to Chicago to serve as President of IITRI; my department, HR, reported directly to him. After John retired, we were able to stay in touch with each other and he continued to provide fatherly advice and guidance to me throughout the years. I have learned a lot about life from John. John is a very bright star in my life. He will remain in my memory and prayers forever and I will miss him deeply.

Susan Carlson

September 5, 2011

My deepest sympathy Joann and family. I was privledged to know John back in the 80s and 90s when he was President of IITRI. He was an excellent leader!

Vicki Childers

September 2, 2011

I met John & Jo Ann at a Brooks family union that I hosted, several years ago.
I have kept in touch with John & Jo Ann via email and was shocked to hear of his passing. My condolences go to the family. I will miss him.

Carolyn & Steve Mather

September 2, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with JoAnn and John's entire family. John was a wonderful man and he will be missed by family and friends. Cherish and treasure the memories and know that he is at peace.

Jim Chadwick

September 1, 2011

John was my boss at ECAC when I was the manager of the Spectrum Engineering Section from 1968-1976. He was a really bright guy with lots to teach us. We also often sailed together on the Naval Academy's yachts. Best to his family.

Deborah

September 1, 2011

So sorry to hear of John's passing. I will always remember debating with him at the condo office, he was a hard person to convince of anything. My condolences to Joann and family

Douglas & Sandy Hughes

September 1, 2011

John's wisdom impacted many. He was a fantastic mentor. May God bless the Scott family in John's loss. Remember all the great times shared.

Peter Kubaryk

September 1, 2011

I worked and played golf with John for many years. John was lucky to enjoy a long, full, and fruitful life and I was lucky to be part of it. My thoughts are with his family.

Puddy Neall

September 1, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. John was my first boss and I learned quite a lot from him. He will be sorely missed.

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