Joseph Scott Obituary

Joseph Scott PORTSMOUTH - Elder Joseph Scott, 81, went home to be with the Lord Aug. 30, 2009. He was born Dec. 24, 1927, to the late Edward and Elizabeth Scott in Norfolk. He was predeceased by a sister, Dorothy Footman. At an early age, Elder Scott joined First Baptist Church, Berkley. He retired after 45 years of service with the federal government and later completed his retirement years at the Christian Broadcast Network. Elder Scott served as pastor of Temple of Christ Church in Portsmouth. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Rosa Scott; three daughters, Vanessa Stephens (Gary), Karen Scott and Rosalind Williams; five sons, Joseph Scott Jr., Edward Scott, Donald Scott, Frederick Scott (Carolyn) and Mark Scott; 15 grandchildren; a sister, Esther Scott Land; a brother, the Rev. Dr. Randolph Scott (Geraldine); and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in First Baptist Church, Berkley, 706 W. Berkley Ave. Dr. William D. Tyree III will officiate. Interment will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel, is in charge. Condolences may be offered at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Sep. 2, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Scott

14 Entries

Michael&SAinthrea Robinson

September 7, 2009

Donald,
We love you and we are praying for you. We know that God will bless you and the family and that even through this He is at your side. May His peace that passes all understanding carry you through these days. You are our brother and our Friend.

Deacon Mike and Minister Saint Robinson

September 5, 2009

Deacon Donald Scott & Family, my prayers and thoughts are with you during your time of grief.
May God bless you, comfort you and give you peace!
Donna Brumfield
New Faith Baptist Church
Matteson, IL

September 4, 2009

Karen Vanessa my thoughts and prayers are with the both of you and your family in your time of grief. May god bless you and keep you near.
Ellen Matthews El mirage Az

Alison Davis-Tariq

September 4, 2009

I remember Mr. Scott to be a kind, thoughtful and compassionate man. My sincere condolences to the entire Scott family in your time of sorrow. There is joy in heaven. May there be peace for you. ~ Alison Davis-Tariq and family, Norfolk, VA

September 4, 2009

September 04, 2009

Don, Almos and I send our love and prayers to you, Mom, and the rest of the family. May the grace of God be with you and the Holy Spirit Comfort you.
Almos& Rose, Phoenix, Az.

Melonie Bell-Omotoso

September 3, 2009

Mother Scott & Family

I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that God will strengthen you and your family at this time. I am going to really miss Pastor Scott because he was such a help to me. I do not know how I would have made it without his prayers and support.

Minister Ben & Johnnie Hughes

September 3, 2009

To My Dear Brother and Friend in Christ Donald Scott, Johnnie and I are praying for you and your family during this time. Know that God is in control. The Holy Spirit will comfort you.

Rhonda Bell-Privette

September 2, 2009

We will miss you so much Pastor Scott. You will always be in my heart.

Love,
Rhonda Bell-Privette

ELEANOR BELL

September 2, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Emma Williams

September 2, 2009

Donald,
Please accept condolences from Winston, Cree and I. I cannot imagine losing a parent, but be encouraged he knew the Lord and is now resting in a better place. No more trials, and no more pain, just sweet rest.

Give our best to your family.

Much Love,

Emma, Winston and Cree

Geri & Rudy Patterson

September 2, 2009

Don, Rudy & I send our love, prayers and condolences to you and your family. You are not alone, we all stand with you, just a phone call and a prayer away. What a beautiful life, 81 years and married to one wife for 60 years. God is good. Through the saddness we praise God with you for your dad's long life. Geri & Rudy Patterson, New Faith Int'l

Rev. Otis and Jacqueline Sanders

September 2, 2009

To the family of Elder Joseph Scott,
May the Lord's hand of compassion and love and his guiding light from above, shine upon you and give you strength during this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in knowing that friends and family share in your loss. We also pray that you will find comfort from the Word of God which states "The Lord bless you and keep you: ... The Lord lift up His countenance upon you, and give you peace." Numbers 6:24,26

Valerie Hazley-Anyiwo

September 2, 2009

Don

My sympathies are with you and your family. Please let me know if you need anything.

Kimberly Starke

September 2, 2009

God looked around his garden
And he found an empty place.
He then looked down upon
This earth,
And saw your dad’s tired face.
He put his arms around him
And lifted him to rest.
God’s garden must be beautiful
He always takes the best.
He knew that he was suffering
He knew he was in pain
He knew that he would never
Get well on earth again.
He saw that road was
Getting rough
And the hills are hard to climb
So he closed his weary eyelids
And whispered “Peace be Thine”
It broke our hearts to lose him,
But he didn’t go alone.
For part of us went with him
The day God called him home
He left you beautiful memories
His love is still your guide
And though you cannot see him,
He will always by your side.
Your family chain is broke
And nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one.
The chain will link AGAIN

With Love and Prayers, Kim Starke